DIY Kit-Top-Down Cardigan in Merino No. 5
This cardigan is worked flat from the neck to the armholes, then stitches are placed on hold for the sleeves while the body is worked flat to the bottom edge. When the body is complete, the sleeves are worked in the round to the cuff. Length measurements of the body are given from shoulder to hem.
Level: Intermediate
Sizes: XS - 2X/3X
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Size |
Yarn Amount |
Width |
Length |
|
XS |
5 balls |
24” (61 cm) |
16.5" (42 cm) |
|
S |
5 balls |
25.5” (65 cm) |
17.5" (44 cm) |
|
M |
6 balls |
26.5” (67 cm) |
18.5" (47 cm) |
|
L |
7 balls |
29" (73 cm) |
19.5" (49 cm) |
|
XL |
7 balls |
31" (79 cm) |
21" (53 cm) |
|
2X/3X |
8 balls |
34" (86 cm) |
22" (56 cm) |
Kit Contains:
- Loopy Mango Merino No. 5 Yarn 74 yds 68 m | 150 g 5.3 oz each, 100% merino wool
- Pattern
- Loopy Mango project bag
- Knitting Needles - OPTIONAL
Note: This kit requires US 19 (15 mm) circular needles 32’’ (80 cm) and US 17 (12 mm) circular needles 32’’ (80 cm). For sleeves you will need to use magic loop method when using size US 19 (15 mm) circular needles 32’’ (80 cm). To avoid magic loop for sleeves you can use an additional size US 19 (15 mm) 20’’ (50 cm) circulars OR US 19 (15 mm) DPN’s.
For the cuffs you will need to use magic loop method when using size US 17 (12 mm) circular needles 32’’ (80 cm). To avoid magic loop for cuffs you will need to use an additional set of size US 17 (12 mm) double pointed needles (DPN’s).
Fiber Content Note: Merino No. 5 TWEED colors Blacksmith, Flamingo, Blue Lagoon, and Stardust have different fiber content: 80% Merino Wool, 14% Wool, 6% Viscose
NOTE: A tapestry needle may be helpful when seaming and securing all loose ends.
Buttons can be added to this style to make it your signature piece.
Care: Dry clean or hand wash cold, lay flat to dry. Please test any washing/drying method on a small swatch to ensure you like the end result. Note that exposing wool to heat (hot water) or agitation (machine washing) will cause it to felt.
Yarn made in Italy, kit assembled in the USA.
Top-Down Cardigan is a sumptuously soft and chunky cardigan knit in our classic Merino No. 5 yarn. As the name denotes, it’s knit top-down in one piece with familiar raglan shaping and, of course, we have video tutorials to walk you through any new-to-you techniques. It’s the cardigan counterpart to our Top-Down Sweater, and is just as enjoyable to knit and to wear!
Shown in Rococo Blue (S), Rococo Pink (S), and Moody Blues (M).
Helpful video tutorials for this project