An intricate motif repeats throughout this lacy cardigan top. Crocheted in a rich, variegated mahogany cashmere, the motifs are joined to create a seamless-looking fabric of subtle flowers and geometric stitches. Wear the generous neckline as a shawl collar over the upper arms or pin the collar close at the neck to create a drastic overlap and a richly layered look.
Finished Size: 32 (36, 40, 45)" finished bust, to fit 34 (37, 40, 44)" bust
Yarn: Jade Sapphire Mongolian Cashmere 4 ply (100% cashmere; 200 yd [182???m]/55???g): #55 mahogany, 9 (10, 11, 12) skeins
Yarn weight: #1 - Super Fine
Gauge: Granny square measures 2 3???4" ?? 2 3???4" with smaller hook; granny square measures 3" ?? 3" with larger hook
Hooks: Size H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook; Size I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook
Notions: Yarn needle, one hook-and-eye closure, 4" of 5???8" grosgrain ribbon, matching thread and sewing needle, one 3" shawl pin or kilt pin
Originally Published: Knitscene, Fall 2008