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Ocean Fairycore Striped Cardigan - Free Pattern
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June 30, 2026
Ocean Fairycore Striped Cardigan - Free Pattern
Introduction
Dive into the enchanting world of fairycore with this Ocean Fairycore Striped Cardigan. Featuring a mesmerizing blend of cool ocean blues and whimsical colorwork, this cardigan is a must-have for any modern wardrobe. Perfect for layering, this cozy piece will keep you warm while adding a touch of ethereal charm to your outfit.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: DK weight yarn in three shades of cool ocean blues:
- Deep Sea Navy
- Aqua Teal
- Misty Sky Blue
- Needles: US 6 (4.0 mm) knitting needles
- Gauge: 22 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch
Step-by-Step Instructions
Back Panel
- Cast on 110 stitches using Deep Sea Navy.
- Work in 2x2 ribbing for 1.5 inches.
- Switch to stockinette stitch and begin the stripe pattern:
- Rows 1-10: Deep Sea Navy
- Rows 11-20: Aqua Teal
- Rows 21-30: Misty Sky Blue
- Repeat the stripe pattern until the piece measures 20 inches from the cast-on edge.
- Shape the shoulders by binding off 10 stitches at the beginning of the next 4 rows.
- Bind off remaining stitches for the neckline.
Front Panels (Make 2)
- Cast on 55 stitches using Deep Sea Navy.
- Work in 2x2 ribbing for 1.5 inches.
- Follow the same stripe pattern as the back panel.
- At 18 inches, begin shaping the neckline by decreasing 1 stitch at the neck edge every other row 5 times.
- Continue until the panel measures 20 inches.
- Shape the shoulder as per the back panel.
Sleeves (Make 2)
- Cast on 50 stitches using Deep Sea Navy.
- Work in 2x2 ribbing for 1.5 inches.
- Follow the stripe pattern, increasing 1 stitch at each end every 8th row until you have 70 stitches.
- Continue until the sleeve measures 18 inches.
- Bind off.
Assembly
- Block all pieces to measurements.
- Sew shoulder seams together.
- Set in sleeves to the body of the cardigan.
- Sew side and sleeve seams securely.
- Pick up stitches along the front edges and neckline for the button band.
- Work in 2x2 ribbing for 1 inch. Bind off.
- Attach buttons evenly along the band.
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