Following up on my DK weight pullover/tee/top roundup from last week, here are some of the DK weight cardigan patterns that have caught my eye lately. Which would you knit with 4 – 6 skeins of Cephalopod Yarns Traveller?
First up is Lanata designed by Amy Christoffers. I like the wavey lines of lace, the simple raglan shaping. This one is pretty classic in style and feel, with just a little bit of fun detail from the lace. I think I’d probably need closer to the full 6 skeins for this pattern, which is a slight problem since they are mismatched, so it might not be ideal right now but it is still lovely.
The Bayview Street Cardigan designed by Elinor Brown is similar to the Lanata in that it is a classic shape in a lace stitch pattern but this one has set-in sleeves. Since I have yet to knit a sweater I’m not sure which sleeve method I would like more, but I do tend to like the look of store-bought raglans on me, even though I’d read that raglan shaping isn’t the most flattering for larger sizes or larger-busted ladies. So I could go either way, I suppose. Do you have a favorite sleeve method? Flippant by Nora Hinch is pretty much the same idea as the Bayview cardi, just with a different lace pattern.
The Estelle Cardigan designed by Melissa LaBarre was recommended to me when I asked for advice on the CY Ravelry board. I like the wavy lace details and the subtle ribbed waist shaping. I’m not sure I would love a cardi without closures on me but it does look really great here.
Exploring the no-closure idea further, I came across Vonica designed by Bonne Marie Burns. I love the mixing of solid panels of stockinette (which I had actually thought was garter stitch before until I just looked more closely at it… weird) with zig-zag lace. It creates a really nice visual interest and breaks up the body in a flattering way.
Then I had a ‘DUH!’ moment and remembered Amy Herzog. I love almost everything that Amy designs and she has that cool CustomFit software that I could use with a pattern recipe to get a perfect fit without worrying about modifications. This lovely thing is Aislinn. I love the lace panels and the interesting waist tie detail. It’s very feminine and flirty.
Another Amy Herzog pattern I’m digging right now is Petrea. It still has the lace detail but is not all-over so it serves as more of an accent. I love the lace on the sleeves, as well, and that this is a short-sleeved cardi. I have a few store-bought short-sleeved pullovers that are great to wear at work so even though it wouldn’t be the warmest thing year-round, it is probably perfect for spring through fall. The scoop neck is pretty, too, and I think I could make this in my size with just 4 skeins.
I think Petrea, Aislinn, Vonica, and Snowflake (from last week) are the front-runners right now, but I’m still so torn! What would you knit? Anything inspiring you, lately? Please share in the comments!
Lovely lace cardigan selection. Vonica is my favourite.
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I think Bayview Street and Estelle are my favorites, but it’s so hard to choose, even theoretically!
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Tell me about it!
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I love those. Lanata and Bayview St are my favourites. Having similar issues with finding a cardigan pattern at the moment, so I have decided to design my own, as nothing is quite right, and I object to paying $7 for a pattern that I have to spend time adapting anyway. Looking forward to seeing which pattern you choose!
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How ambitious! I must admit, I played with the idea myself, but having not yet knit a complete sweater I’m wary of trying to design one! Can’t wait to see what you come up with, though!
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I am looking for this kind of pattern!
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I Love it!!
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Reblogged this on Chic 'n' Fish and commented:
Thought this will inspire others! I am nearly new spinner, I could make do with what to do with my spun wool !!
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Thanks for sharing! I’m glad you enjoyed it. 🙂
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I am pretty sure I need the Estelle cardigan in my life. Thank you for sharing your inspirations again Alicia!
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Isn’t it pretty? You should make it!
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Lanta or Estelle gets my vote. But all are lovely.
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My vote is for either of the Amy Herzog patterns. I think they would work with the yarn the best and be quite flattering.
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That’s what I’m thinking, too, thanks for the vote of confidence!
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