Top-down raglan cardigan worked in bulky yarn, with handmade crochet buttons. This sweater is worked in a combination of a simple ridge stitch pattern and stockinette.
Finished Size 35¼ (38¾ , 42, 45½ , 48¾ , 52¼ )" bust circumference, with fronts overlapping and buttoned. Jacket shown measures 38¾ ", modeled with several inches positive ease.
Yarn Loop-d-Loop by Teva Durham Granite (95% merino, 5% nylon; 55 yd [50 m]/50 g): #003 ash, 11 (12, 13, 13, 14, 15) balls. Yarn distributed by Tahki Stacy Charles.
Yarn Weight #6 - Super Bulky
Needles Size 13 (9 mm): 29" and two 16" circulars (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle; size J/10 (6 mm) crochet hook; three 18 mm snaps; sewing needle; matching thread; three 2" buttons (if you choose not to crochet buttons).
Gauge 9½ sts and 17 rows = 4" in ridge patt; 9½ sts and 13 rows = 4" in St st.
Originally Published Interweave Knits Spring 2010