1028 Bradstreet - Cardigan Knitting Pattern for Women in Valley Yarns Amherst

**Valley Yarns Bradstreet Cardigan Pattern** Discover the charm of the Valley Yarns Bradstreet, a beautifully designed women's cardigan that is perfect for any wardrobe. This enticing sweater features a stylish scoop neck, set-in sleeves, optional patch pockets, and a delightful allover check stitch texture, knitted in the exquisite Valley Yarns Amherst yarn. The Bradstreet cardigan has a flattering mid-thigh length and is buttoned elegantly from the neckline to the waist, making it an essential piece for your clothing collection. Crafted for adventurous beginners, this sweater project is an excellent introduction for newer knitters looking to enhance their skills. The cardigan is worked flat in separate pieces that are then expertly seamed together, allowing for a satisfying knitting experience. Valley Yarns Amherst is a smooth, worsted weight yarn that beautifully showcases various textures and stitch patterns, available in an extensive range of vibrant colors. The Little Check pattern is conveniently charted and written for ease of understanding. **Skill Level:** Adventurous Beginner **Sizes Available:** XS (S, M, L, XL) (2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL) **Finished Measurements:** This cardigan is displayed in size S with a suggested 4–6” positive ease. - **Bust:** 33 (39½, 46¼, 48½, 50¾) (57½, 59½, 66¼, 68½) inches (buttoned) - **Length:** 30¼ (30¾, 31¼, 31¾, 32½) (33, 33½, 34, 34½) inches **Yarn Requirements:** You will need 13 (14, 15, 16, 17) (18, 19, 21, 22) balls of Valley Yarns Amherst (100% Merino Wool; 50g/109 yards). The sample is shown in the vibrant Jungle colorway. **Recommended Needles:** - US 5 (3.75mm) 32–40” circular - US 7 (4.50mm) 32–40” circular **Gauge:** Achieve a gauge of 18 stitches and 28 rows = 4” in the charming Little Check stitch pattern on US 7 (4.50mm), blocked. This pattern has been thoughtfully updated on November 30, 2020. If you're looking for any corrections or updates, view errata here. For those who have purchased the PDF version, you can access the most recent updates in your personal pattern library here. Begin your knitting journey with the Valley Yarns Bradstreet cardigan today, and embrace a stylish, hand-knit addition to your wardrobe! Perfect for layering or solo wear, this cardigan will be a versatile staple for every occasion.