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DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton Open image lightbox
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DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan - Big Cotton

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DIY Kit - Recluse Cardigan

Note: The Big Cotton version of this pattern uses a size 17 needle. 

Follow the pattern as it is written in the book - except use size US17 (12mm) circular knitting needles

Gauge for the Big Cotton Recluse is: 5 stitches = 3 inches (7.5 cm) 7 rows = 3 inches (7.5 cm).

Level: Intermediate

Sizes: S/M - M/L

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Size

Yarn Amount

Width

Length

S/M

13 balls

28” 71 cm

25” 64 cm

M/L

15 balls

30.5” 77 cm

28” 71 cm

Kit Contains:

  • Loopy Mango Big Cotton Yarn 48 yds 43 m | 100 g 3.5 oz each, 100% cotton
  • Loopy Mango project bag
  • Loopy Mango Knitting Book: 34 Fashionable Pieces You Can Make In a Day
  • Knitting Needles - OPTIONAL

Note: This kit requires US 17 (12 mm) circular needles 32’’ (80 cm).  For sleeves and 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 sleeves and cuffs you can use an additional size US 17 (12 mm) 20’’ (50 cm) circulars OR US 17 (12 mm) DPN’s.

Note: Recluse Cardigan is one of the exclusive styles from "Loopy Mango Knitting" book, so this DIY Kit includes the full pattern book.

If you already have the book and would like to purchase the materials separately, you can find the yarn here and needles here. 

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: Hand wash or machine wash cold, tumble dry. Please test any washing/drying method on a small swatch to ensure you like the end result. As our cotton is chunky, un-mercerized, and minimally processed to preserve the fiber’s natural softness and elasticity, it is more prone to shedding. Washing and drying should help alleviate this. For further information and tips, please consult our Fiber Care Guide. 

Yarn made in Italy, kit assembled in the USA.

Shown in Amethyst, Barely Pink, Misty Morning, and Castaway. 


Recluse Cardigan in Merino No. 5

Recluse Cardigan in Dream (Merino Worsted)

Recluse Cardigan in Summer yarn

 

Helpful video tutorials for this project

  1. How to knit the front panels of a cardigan
  2. How to seam sides together
  3. Picking up stitches for the sleeve
  4. How to knit the neckband for cardigans
  5. How to add pockets

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