Free Knitting Pattern for The Cloudlight Cardigan.
his free knitting pattern guides you through creating the Cloudlight Cardigan, a lightweight and airy garment with a beautiful drape and soft halo. Knit with a luxurious blend of baby suri alpaca, merino wool, and nylon, this cardigan is designed for both comfort and elegance. The pattern features a simple yet sophisticated design, worked flat in pieces from the bottom up, and then seamed. The cardigan utilizes basic knit and purl stitches to create a predominantly stockinette fabric, with garter stitch borders providing a neat finish. Ribbing is used for the cuffs and lower body, adding subtle texture and structure. The dropped shoulder design contributes to the cardigan’s relaxed fit, while thoughtful shaping ensures a flattering silhouette.
Sizing: The pattern offers a wide range of sizes, from XS to 5X, corresponding to finished bust measurements of approximately 34″ (86.5 cm) to 66″ (167.5 cm). Specific measurements for each size are detailed within the pattern.
Skill Level: Intermediate. The pattern uses basic stitches (knit, purl, increases, decreases), but the construction involves seaming, picking up stitches for the button band, and working short rows, which may require some prior knitting experience.
Materials Used:
- Yarn:
- Universal Yarn Penna (50% suri baby alpaca, 28% extra fine merino wool, 22% nylon; 25g/186 yds)
• 107 Custard – 6 (6, 7, 7, 8) (9, 9, 10, 11) balls
Needles: US Size 6 (4 mm) 16” and 24” circular needle or longer, or size needed to obtain gauge
US Size 4 (3.5 mm) 16” and 24” circular needle or longer and set of dpns (or your preferred needle for knitting small circumferences)
Notions: Stitch markers, scrap yarn or stitch holders, tapestry needle
- Universal Yarn Penna (50% suri baby alpaca, 28% extra fine merino wool, 22% nylon; 25g/186 yds)
