Worked from the top down in seamless construction, Simona Merchant-Dest's demure cardigan is elegant with a waist-defining belt. A simple edging with picot buttonholes gives a refined finish. Worked in a cotton/microfiber blend, it provides coverage without overheating you.
Finished Size: 29 (33, 37, 41, 45, 49, 53)" bust circumference. Garment shown measures 33" and is modeled with 1" negative ease.
Yarn: Classic Elite Sundance (50% cotton, 50% microfiber; 83 yd [76 m]/13⁄4 oz [50 g];): #6254 keepsake lilac, 9 (10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16) balls.
Yarn weight: #3 - Light
Gauge: 16 sts and 7 1⁄2 rows = 4" in sh patt; 16 sts and 20 rows = 4" in sc.
Hook: Size F/5 (3.75 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions: Stitch markers (m); yarn needle; eight 1⁄2" buttons.
Originally Published: Interweave Crochet, Summer 2009