Alma Cardigan Knitting Pattern
Alma Cardigan Knitting Pattern
This elegant, textured cardigan is worked flat from the bottom up and features subtle shaping for a polished, tailored fit. The back and fronts are shaped with German short rows and seamed with a three-needle bind-off at the shoulders for a clean finish. Designed with set-in sleeves, deep ribbing, and a cozy collar extension, it’s a sophisticated knit with timeless appeal. Ideal for intermediate knitters looking to explore garment shaping techniques.
Size Chart & Finished Measurements
| Size | S | M | L | XL | 2XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust (Back Width × 2) | 56 cm | 61 cm | 66 cm | 71 cm | 76 cm |
| Length (from shoulder) | 64 cm | 64 cm | 64 cm | 64 cm | 64 cm |
| Sleeve Length | 38 cm | 43 cm | 43 cm | 43 cm | 43 cm |
| Yarn Requirements (100g/300m) | 1500m | 1500m | 1800m | 2100m | 2700m |
Project Details
Yarn
Amano Awa
Needles
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Circular needles for flat knitting (size not specified in extract – likely to match yarn weight)
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DPNs or short circulars for sleeves
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Optional: Cable needle, if pattern includes cables
Tension
Gauge not provided in extract – recommend swatching in Stockinette Stitch and matching yarn label guidance or designer instructions.
Notions
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Stitch markers
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Yarn needle
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Spare needles for 3-needle bind off
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Removable markers for sleeve shaping
Construction Notes
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Knit flat in pieces: back, left front, right front, and sleeves.
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Short rows shape the shoulders.
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Shoulder seams joined with 3-needle bind off.
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Sleeves are picked up and knit down with decreases.
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Neck extension shaped and seamed at back neck.
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Finishing includes seaming side and sleeve seams, blocking, and weaving in ends.