Laura Grutzeck says, "The organic look of this stitch pattern reminds me of crocuses coming up through the snow - one of the first signs of spring." Stay cheerful all winter long in the Crocus Cardigan.
Finished Size: 34 (36½ , 40½ , 45, 47)" bust circumference. Cardigan shown measures 36½ ", modeled with minimal ease.
Yarn: Brown Sheep Shepherd’s Shades (100% wool; 131 yd [120 m]/100 g): #SS743 azure, 6 (6, 7, 8, 8) balls.
Yarn Weight: #4 - Medium
Needles: Sizes 8 (5 mm) and 9 (5.5 mm): 32–40" circulars (cir) and sets of doublepointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Markers (m); stitch holders or waste yarn; tapestry needle; seven ¾ " buttons.
Gauge: 15 sts and 22 rows = 4" in St st on larger needle. Back chart measures 3¾ " wide; Right Front and Left Front charts measure 2¼ " wide; and Sleeve charts measure 1⅝ " wide.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Winter 2010