When Deborah Newton Designs a sweater in easy stockinette stitch, she likes to incorporate unusual details to give it interest. In this graceful cardigan, a simple lace stitch is a theme that she repeats in various ways throughout the sweater. Mitered corners give an unexpected crispness to an otherwise soft, flowing shape-and, says Deborah, "they're fun to knit."

Finished Size: 36 (38, 40, 42, 46, 50)" (91.5 [96.5, 101.5, 106.5, 117, 127] cm) bust/chest circumference, buttoned. Sweater shown measures 38" (96.5 cm).
Yarn: Green Mountain Spinnery Cotton Comfort (80% wool, 20% organic cotton; 180 yd [164 m]/2 oz): 7 (8, 9, 10, 11, 13) skeins.
Yarn weight: yarn weight
Gauge: 20 sts and 28 rows = 4" (10 cm) in St st on larger needles; 24 sts and 28 rows = 4" (10 cm) in textured rib on larger needles.
Needles: Body and sleeves-Size 7 (4.5 mm). Edging-Size 6 (4 mm). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Cable needle (cn); tapestry needle; marker (m); eight 1/2" (1.3-cm) buttons.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Fall 2003