The Selva Cardigan is a timeless, oversized and cozy cardigan with a modern silhouette. It is worked from the top down and held double throughout, giving it a particularly soft texture.
The back is worked first and shaped using German short rows to create a comfortable fit across the neckline.
Next, the shoulders and front sections are worked and then joined to the back, allowing the body to be continued in one piece.
The entire cardigan is worked flat in stockinette stitch, while the hems are worked in a 1x1 rib pattern. To finish, stitches are picked up along the front edges to create button bands with integrated buttonholes. The neckband is also worked in rib, then folded to the inside and attached.
Techniques Used
Cast-on, German short rows, left- and right-leaning increases, decreases, Italian bind-off
Skill Level
★★☆☆☆
Sizes
XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL)
These sizes correspond to a bust circumference of:
80–85 (85–90) 90–95 (95–100) 100–110 (110–120) cm
The Selva Cardigan is designed with approximately 25 - 35 cm / 9.8 to 13.8 inches of positive ease.
Yarn
Drops Daisy (110 m / 50 g)
350 (450) 450 (500) 600 (750)g
Drops Kid Silk (200 m / 25 g)
75 (100) 100 (125) 150 (200)g
(held double throughout)
Needles
5 mm circular needles (40, 80 and/or 100 cm)
4.5 mm circular needles (40 cm)
Optional: DPNs or Magic Loop for sleeves
Notions
Stitch markers, tapestry needle for weaving in ends, stitch holders or scrap yarn,
6 buttons (Ø approx. 15–20 mm)
Gauge
17 sts x 24 rows = 10 x 10 cm
in stockinette stitch, using 5 mm needles, held double, after washing and blocking
This pattern is for private use only. It may not be copied or resold. Items knitted using this pattern may not be sold.
