No-Sew Cardi

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About this Pattern

Knit from the top down using clever one-piece construction, this sweater requires very little finishing work when you are done with the knitting. The simple shape is enchanced with a classic basketweave pattern on the trim along the collar, button band, and sleeves. A comfortable shape and easy fit create a sweater that is perfect with jeans or a summer dress.

Finished Measurements:
31¾ (35¼, 38¾, 42¼, 46¼, 49½, 53)" / 81 (89.5, 98.5, 107, 117, 125.5, 135) cm bust circumference, buttoned with 1½" / 3.8 cm overlapping button band. Shown in: 35¼" / 89.5 cm size.

Yarn Requirements
DK weight (CYCA #3 Light): Approx 680 (760, 850, 970, 1090, 1210, 1310) yards / 620 (700, 780, 890, 1000, 1110, 1200) meters.
Shown in: Green Mountain Spinnery Cotton Comfort 2-Ply DK Weight (20% Organic Cotton, 80% Fine Wool; 2 oz / 58 grams; 180 yards / 165 meters per skein); 4 (5, 6, 6, 7, 8, 8) skeins, 7498 Denim

Needles
Sizes US 6 / 4 mm and US 8 / 5 mm: 32" / 80 cm circular and double-pointed (dpn), or sizes needed to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions
Markers (m); stitch holders or waste yarn; tapestry needle; seven ¾" / 2 cm buttons.

Gauge
19 sts and 28 rows = 4" / 10 cm in Stockinette Stitch with larger needles. Take time to save time, check your gauge.