Alpaca Eyelet Cardigan Knitting Pattern (AP1572)
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Alpaca Eyelet Cardigan Knitting Pattern
Knit an elegant cardigan featuring a delicate eyelet lace pattern and classic button-up design. This lightweight garment is perfect for layering, offering softness and breathability with a refined finish.
Crafted in alpaca yarn, it provides warmth without heaviness—ideal for all seasons.
✨ Why You’ll Love This Pattern
- Beautiful eyelet lace pattern for a delicate look
- Soft alpaca yarn—lightweight and breathable
- Classic button-up cardigan design
- Suitable for babies through to children
- A timeless, heirloom-quality knit
🧶 Pattern Details
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Techniques Used: Eyelet lace, shaping, ribbing, buttonholes
- Construction: Knit flat in pieces and seamed
- Yarn Weight: 8 ply / DK
📏 Sizing
| Age | To Fit Chest (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| Baby–Toddler | 45–55 | 25–35 |
| Child | 60–75 | 40–47 |
🧵 Yarn Requirements
| Size | Balls (50g) | Estimated Meterage* |
|---|---|---|
| Baby sizes | 5–7 | 500–700 m |
| Child sizes | 7–10 | 700–1000 m |
*Estimated at ~100 m per 50g ball.
Yarn Used: Indiecita Easy Wash
(As shown in the sample on page 1 )
🪡 Needles & Notions
- 3.25 mm and 4.00 mm knitting needles
- Stitch holders
- 4–5 buttons
- Wool needle
📐 Tension
- 22 sts x 30 rows = 10 cm in stocking stitch
🧡 Design Highlights
The eyelet pattern (worked across 12-row repeats on page 2 ) creates a delicate, airy fabric with beautiful texture. Ribbed bands and button closures add structure, resulting in a polished, wearable garment.