Cozy Chunky Cable Knit Cardigan Pattern

Materials:

• Chunky yarn (approximately 1200-1500 yards, in a soft neutral color)
• US size 15 (10 mm) circular knitting needles (32-inch cable recommended)
• Stitch markers
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors

Gauge:

12 stitches and 16 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch.

Abbreviations:

• CO: Cast On
• ST: Stitch
• K: Knit
• P: Purl
• RS: Right Side
• WS: Wrong Side
• BO: Bind Off
• Cable (C4F): Cable 4 Front - 4 stitches are crossed from back to front.

Sizes:

This cardigan is designed to fit sizes S to XXL. Adjustments can be made by altering the stitch count.

Instructions:

Back Panel:

1. CO 60 stitches.
2. Work in k1, p1 ribbing for 6 rows.
3. Switch to stockinette stitch (knit every row) until work measures 24 inches from CO edge.
4. Begin Cable Pattern (Row 1): K4, C4F, K2, P10, K2, C4F, K4.
5. Repeat Cable Pattern for the next 12 rows.
6. Continue in stockinette until the back panel measures 30 inches from CO edge.
7. BO all stitches.

Front Panels (Make 2):

1. CO 30 stitches.
2. Work in k1, p1 ribbing for 6 rows.
3. Switch to stockinette stitch until work measures 24 inches from CO edge.
4. Begin Cable Pattern (Row 1): K4, C4F, K2, P10, K2, C4F, K4.
5. Repeat Cable Pattern for the next 12 rows.
6. Continue in stockinette until front panel measures 30 inches from CO edge.
7. BO all stitches.

Sleeves (Make 2):

1. CO 40 stitches.
2. Work in k1, p1 ribbing for 6 rows.
3. Switch to stockinette stitch until the sleeve measures 22 inches from CO edge.
4. BO all stitches.

Assembly:

1. Lay back panel flat, with the RS facing up.
2. Using a tapestry needle, sew the sides of the front panels to the edges of the back panel, leaving an opening for the armholes.
3. Attach each sleeve to the armholes, ensuring that they are evenly aligned.
4. Weave in all loose ends with a yarn needle.

Finishing:

1. Block the cardigan gently to shape.
2. Enjoy your cozy, handmade cardigan!