Supernova Cardigan Pattern

The Supernova Cardigan is a cleverly constructed cardigan designed by Imke von Nathusius which begins with just a few stitches at the back neck and radiates outward with sections of a simple broken rib stitch pattern and wide columns of stockinette stitch forming the graphic raglan shaping. The doubled neck band is knit-as-you-go and the folded hem makes a smooth, professional finish.

The Supernova Cardigan is the third pattern from The Almanac Series II, a seasonal guide to knitting with The Fibre Co. yarns.

Designer: Imke von Nathusius
Design inspiration: Supernova Cardigan with Imke von Nathusius
Collection: The Almanac Series II

This pattern is also available as a kit, that includes the PDF pattern, 3-7 hanks of The Fibre Co. Arranmore Light (depending on your size) and a free project bag.

YARN:
The Fibre Co. Arranmore Light (80% merino wool, 10% cashmere, 10% silk, 300 m (328 yd) per 100g hank) in Orla – 3 [4: 4: 4: 5: 5: 6: 7: 7] hanks.

CONSTRUCTION NOTES:
Starting at the centre back, the tubular front and neckband is worked to both sides. Stitches are then picked up along the neckband edge for the back and sleeves. From this point, the yoke and body are then worked flat. There are 3 sections of increases until you have all yoke sts done, and the body and sleeves are then separated to be finished one after the other.

SKILL LEVEL:
Intermediate.

SIZES AND MEASUREMENTS:
1 [2: 3: 4: 5: 6: 7: 8: 9]

Finished measurements:
To fit a chest circumference of: 76-81 [86-91: 97-102: 107-112: 117-122: 127-132: 137-142: 147-152: 157-162] cm (30-32 [34-36: 38-40: 42-44: 46-48: 50-52: 54-56: 58-60: 62-64] in)
Chest Circumference (at underarm): 87 [97: 107: 115: 125: 135 145 157 167]cm (34.75 [38.75: 42.75: 46: 60: 54: 58.75: 62:75 66.75 in)

RECOMMENDED EASE:
Designed with 5-15 cm (2-6 in) of positive ease at chest circumference.

Photographs show the garment knit in Size 3 on a model with a chest circumference of 86 cm (34 in).

TENSION/GAUGE:
20 sts and 27 rows to 10 cm (4 in) measured over broken rib pattern after blocking using 4mm (US 6) needles.
20 sts and 27 rnds to 10 cm (4 in) measured over broken rib pattern after blocking using 4mm (US 6) needles.
23 sts and 34 rows to 10 cm (4 in) measured over st st after blocking using 3.5mm (US 4) needles.
23 sts and 34 rnds to 10 cm (4 in) measured over st st after blocking using 3.5mm (US 4) needles.

NEEDLES AND NOTIONS REQUIRED:

• 1 pair 4mm (US 6) needles (or size to obtain gauge), (circular needles length should be at least 80 – 120 cm (32 – 48 in))
• 1 pair 3.5mm (US 4) needles (or size to obtain gauge), (circular needles length should be at least 80 – 120 cm (32 – 48 in))
• 4mm (US 6) circular needle or double-pointed needles for working a small circumference in the round
• 3.5mm (US 4) 60 cm (24 in) circular needle or double-pointed needles (or size to obtain gauge) for working a small circumference in the round
• 10 Stitch markers
• Stitch holders or waste yarn
• Tapestry needle

TECHNIQUES USED:

• Seaming the folded hem
• Front band short rows
• Top-down seamless cardigan construction
• Long Tail Cast-on

ERRATA:
The most current version of this pattern is V5. Please note you will be purchasing the latest pattern version. Pattern updates are sent to all customers who have purchased a pattern either through email or a Ravelry message.

If you find you are working with an older version please go to our errata page for details of corrections and updates made. You can find the version you are working from by checking the pattern page footers.

LANGUAGES AVAILABLE:
English.

PATTERN FORMAT:
This knitting pattern comes as a PDF file, which will be downloadable via a link that will be emailed to you after purchase.

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