April Cardigan

The a timeless V-neck cardigan worked seamlessly from the top down. The yoke is thoughtfully constructed in sections: beginning with shoulder shaping worked back and forth, moving into sleeve increases, and finishing with classic raglan increases. At the same time, increases along the front edges shape the elegant V-neckline.

Once the body is complete, stitches are picked up to work a neat ribbed button band along the fronts and neckline. The sleeves are worked in the round, making this a satisfying and logical knit with a beautifully polished finish.

This pattern is ideal if you enjoy garments with structure and flow, and it works particularly well in soft yarns that benefit from drape and lightness.

This is a printed pattern. Fit & Ease

The designed with 6–8 cm of positive ease, giving a close but comfortable fit that layers beautifully without feeling bulky. Sizes

XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL) 5XL

Finished bust circumference:
91 (97) 101 (106) 118 (127) 137 (146) 158 cm

Length (mid-back, incl. neck edge):
53 (54) 55 (57) 59 (60) 61 (62) 63 cm Gauge

21 sts × 28 rows = 10 × 10 cm
in stockinette stitch on 4 mm needles, after washing and blocking

Swatching is strongly recommended, as the finished fabric benefits from the correct balance of softness and structure. Needles

4 mm circular needles (main fabric)

3.5 mm circular needles (ribbing)

3 mm circular needles (button bands)

Double-pointed needles or Magic Loop for sleeves Yarn Requirements (explained clearly)

The worked holding two yarns together throughout: Yarn Type

One strand of fingering / 4-ply wool
(smooth, elastic, good stitch definition)

One strand of fine silk-mohair lace
(adds softness, lightness, and a gentle halo)

This combination creates a fabric that is warm without weight, with lovely drape and depth.

(Alernatively a single strand of a DK fluffy yarn) Total Yarn Required (by size)

Quantities below are expressed in total metreage, so they translate cleanly to whatever yarn you choose. Fingering / 4-ply yarn

(approx. 230–250 m per 50 g ball)

XS–S: ~940 m

M–L: ~1,175 m

XL–2XL: ~1,350–1,410 m

3XL: ~1,410 m

4XL: ~1,645 m

5XL: ~1,645 m Silk-mohair lace

(approx. 210–225 m per 25 g ball)

XS: ~850 m

S: ~955 m

M–L: ~1,060 m

XL: ~1,165 m

2XL: ~1,270 m

3XL: ~1,485 m

4XL–5XL: ~1,485 m

This is not a light garment — the metreage is substantial, and these numbers are correct. Notions

4 buttons (21–23 mm)

Stitch markers

Tapestry needle Difficulty

★★★★☆ (4 out of 5)

Best suited to confident knitters who enjoy garment construction and shaping, but very achievable with patience and a good swatch