CUTE COLLAR CARDIGAN

WHAT YOU NEED

RECOMMENDED NEEDLES
Knitting needle 10 & 6 mm | US 15 & 10
Crochet hook 5 mm (US H)

GAUGE
8 stitches in stockinette stitch on 10 mm needles = 10 cm

YARN AND MATERIALS
Yarn suggestion
1 strand of Nepal by Drops
1 strand of Melody by Drops

You can use other types of yarn from your stash. Read more about choosing alternative yarns under "Yarn Alternatives"

Yarn consumption
Nepal by Drops: 4 (5) 5 (6) 6 (7) 9 skeins
Melody by Drops: 2 (3) 3 (4) 4 (5) 5 skeins

Other
At least 3 buttons, approx. 2 cm in diameter (roughly 1 inch)

SIZES
XS (S) M (L) XL (XXL) XXXL

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust Circumference 95 (100) 105 (110) 115 (125) 135 cm | 37.4 (39.4) 41.3 (43.3) 45.3 (49.2) 53.2 inches
Length 55 (56) 57 (58) 59 (60) 62 cm | 21.7 (22.0) 22.4 (22.8) 23.2 (23.6) 24.4 inches

DIFFICULTY beginner/intermediate

ABOUT THE PROJECT
Cute Collar Cardigan is a stylish cardigan with a high collar and crocheted button bands that create awesome retro vibes. It is worked top-down using size 10 mm needles | US size 15 with raglan increases and purl rows surrounding the edges.

The pattern is simple yet elegant and beginner-friendly. The chunky needles makes for a quick project!

Positive ease (approx.) 10 cm (roughly 4 inches). Make sure to measure the widest point on your bust and add 10 cm to find your ideal size. You can choose a size below your chest measurement for a tighter fit or a larger size for an oversized cardigan.

Yarn alternatives
When using yarn alternatives and scraps, make sure to always create a swatch to ensure you achieve the recommended gauge. Adjust needle size if needed. If you have too few stitches on 10 cm, consider removing a strand. Likewise, if you have too many stitches, try adding another strand. 

Consider texture and appearance when choosing yarn. Nepal is a structured yarn, while Melody is soft and airy. To maintain a light feel, try yarns like mohair, blown yarn, or alpaca blends.