{"product_id":"holding-page-do-not-purchase-pencil-cardigan-knitting-pattern-pdf-download-adult-multiple-sizes","title":"Pencil Cardigan Knitting Pattern  Adult Multiple Sizes   Digital Download","description":"\u003cp\u003eInspired by the colourful buzz of the Folkestone Creative Quarter, this design transforms the spirit of artists’ studios, paint-splattered tables and  that unmistakable “box of pencils” charm into a cosy, wearable piece of knitwear joy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnitted sideways using intarsia colourwork, it approaches cardigan-making from a fresh angle — one that lets the pencils shine with crisp definition and gives the finished garment a beautiful, fluid drape. If you’ve never worked a cardigan this way before, you’re in exactly the right place. The pattern guides you step by step with charts and written instructions, and the rhythm of the colour blocks quickly becomes intuitive and satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you’re here for the bold colours, the clever construction, or simply the delight of wearing your own row of pencils, this project is designed to make you feel capable, creative and excited to cast on. You absolutely can make this — and you’ll have a brilliant time doing it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-Difficult\u003cbr\u003eThis pattern combines sideways construction, intarsia colourwork, several increase and decrease techniques, picking up stitches and knitting in\u003cbr\u003ethe round.\u003cbr\u003eSkills needed: Knit, purl, simple rib, single increases and decreases, double increases and decreases, intarsia and reading a knitting chart, counting stitches, \u003cbr\u003epicking up stitches, German short rows, knitting in the round. Suggested cast on is Alternating Long Tail, suggested bind off is Jeny's Surprisingly Stretchy Bind Off.\u003cbr\u003eEverything is explained step by step, making it a rewarding project for knitters looking to sharpen their skills. If you're tackling these techniques for the first time, a comprehensive Techniques section is included.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis cardigan doesn't use strictly 'traditional' sizing. This is because each size increase is based on the width of an additional pencil being knitted into the garment. The best way to find your size is to measure your chest circumference, and decide whether you would like it to be a little bit snug (negative ease) or loose (positive ease). Both look good, but personally I prefer a positive ease of between 5-10 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished garment measurements. Size 1 = 90cm chest. Size 2 = 101cm chest. Size 3 = 112cm chest. Size 4 = 123cm chest. Size 5 = 134cm chest. \u003cbr\u003eFull arm\/underarm\/bicep\/cuff\/back\/neck measurements provided with pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits UK sizes approx 8 - 24.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGauge: \u003c\/strong\u003e22 sts by 30 rows to 10cm square. Worked in stocking stitch using 4mm needles and measured on a washed, blocked \u0026amp; dried swatch\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYarn Requirements: \u003c\/strong\u003eBoth samples use hand dyed yarns by Folkestone Harbour Yarn in the\u003cbr\u003efollowing colourways and yarn bases, which are available elsewherein this shop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMain colour: 'Beach Hut Grey' in Merino blend Double Knit. 75% superwash merino\/25% nylon. 225M per 100g skein. 4 (4, 5, 6, 6) skeins. Meterage: 810 (890, 990, 1185, 1340) m.\u003cbr\u003e            \u003cbr\u003eContrast Colour 1: 'Cappuccino' in Merino blend Double Knit. 75% superwash merino\/25% nylon. 225M per 100g skein. 1 (1, 1, 1, 1) skein. Meterage 110 (120, 135, 150, 160) m.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContrast Colours 2 through 9: 'Sunset Beach' mini skein set in Merino blend Double Knit. Colours are Peony, Flamingo, Heather, Peach, Bubblegum, Candyfloss, Parma Violet and Coral. 75% superwash merino\/25% nylon. 8 x 20g mini skeins. 45m per 20g skein.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4mm 80cm cable needles.\u003cbr\u003e3.75mm 80-100cm cable needles.\u003cbr\u003e4mm 40cm cable needles  or  set of 5 x 4mm DPN's at least 22 cm length.\u003cbr\u003e3.75mm 40cm cable needles  or set of 5 x 3.75mm DPN's at least 22 cm length .\u003cbr\u003ea handful of stitch markers or scrap yarn \u003cbr\u003eButtons 10 (10, 10, 11, 11) buttons of your choice. I used Trimits pencil shaped 2 hole buttons, 19mm. If using round buttons choose some with a 15 - 16mm diameter.\u003cbr\u003eScissors or snips.\u003cbr\u003ea blunt ended wool needle.\u003cbr\u003edressmakers pins (optional).\u003cbr\u003eBlocking mats and pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkestone Harbour Yarn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57429723447671,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5204\/3042\/files\/7901ce8d-il_fullxfull.8180939086_tr7w.jpg?v=1788284821","url":"https:\/\/folkestoneharbouryarn.com\/products\/holding-page-do-not-purchase-pencil-cardigan-knitting-pattern-pdf-download-adult-multiple-sizes","provider":"Folkestone Harbour Yarn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}