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Farmhouse Rustic Gingham Cardigan - Free Pattern
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June 30, 2026
Farmhouse Rustic Gingham Cardigan - Free Pattern
Introduction
Embrace the cozy charm of farmhouse living with this rustic gingham cardigan. Featuring a soft muted vintage color palette, this pattern combines classic style with modern flair. Perfect for layering, this cardigan is not only stylish but also a delightful project for beginners looking to enhance their knitting skills.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in soft muted vintage colors: dusty rose, sage green, cream, and taupe.
- Needles: US 8 (5mm) knitting needles.
- Gauge: 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch.
- Other: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Back Panel
- Cast on 90 stitches using dusty rose yarn.
- Work in 2x2 ribbing for 2 inches.
- Switch to stockinette stitch and begin the gingham pattern:
- Rows 1-6: *K15 with dusty rose, K15 with cream* - repeat across.
- Rows 7-12: *K15 with cream, K15 with dusty rose* - repeat across.
- Continue the gingham pattern until the piece measures 24 inches from the cast on edge.
- Bind off all stitches.
Front Panels (make 2)
- Cast on 45 stitches using sage green yarn.
- Work in 2x2 ribbing for 2 inches.
- Switch to stockinette stitch and begin the gingham pattern:
- Rows 1-6: *K15 with sage green, K15 with taupe* - repeat across.
- Rows 7-12: *K15 with taupe, K15 with sage green* - repeat across.
- Continue the gingham pattern until the piece measures 24 inches from the cast on edge.
- Bind off all stitches.
Sleeves (make 2)
- Cast on 50 stitches using cream yarn.
- Work in 2x2 ribbing for 2 inches.
- Switch to stockinette stitch and begin the gingham pattern:
- Rows 1-6: *K10 with cream, K10 with dusty rose* - repeat across.
- Rows 7-12: *K10 with dusty rose, K10 with cream* - repeat across.
- Increase 1 stitch at each end of every 8th row until there are 70 stitches.
- Continue until the sleeve measures 18 inches.
- Bind off all stitches.
Assembly
- Block all pieces to measurements.
- Sew shoulder seams together.
- Attach sleeves to the body of the cardigan.
- Sew side and sleeve seams together.
- Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle.
Button Band
- With taupe yarn, pick up and knit stitches along the front edges of the cardigan.
- Work in 2x2 ribbing for 1 inch.
- Bind off all stitches.
- Attach buttons evenly spaced along the band.
Congratulations! You have successfully created your own Farmhouse Rustic Gingham Cardigan. Enjoy the cozy warmth and rustic charm it brings to your wardrobe!
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