Description
Chanson by Leah Prestamo is a drop-shouldered, deep V-neck cardigan with a pretty lace pattern at the hem and cuffs. This cardigan has a beautiful modern vintage feel, with a subtle, tonal marled fabric created by holding Cirro together with Cumbria Fingering.
You can make your own version by purchasing the Chanson Cardigan Pattern and Cumbria Fingering and Cirro.
All sample sales are final—no returns or refunds.
Yarn:
The Fibre Co. Cumbria Fingering (60% Merino wool, 30% Masham wool, 10% mohair; 300 m (328 yd) per 100 g hank) in shade Scafell Pike – 4 hanks.
The Fibre Co. Cirro (40% Suri alpaca, 40% organic cotton, 20% Merino wool, 225 m (246 yd) per 50g hank) in shade Seraphic – 5 hanks.
Measurements:
To fit a chest circumference of: 97–102 cm (38–40 in)
Finished chest circumference (at underarm): 115 cm (46 in)
Photographs show the garment on a model with a chest circumference of 86 cm (34 in).
Recommended ease:
Designed with 10–20 cm (4–8 in) of positive ease at chest circumference.
Notes:
These hand-knitted samples have been gently worn for photoshoots and displayed at trunk shows, so they may show light signs of wear. Each piece has been lovingly cared for and is ready to enjoy.