Boyfriend Cardigan
Here’s a sweater he’ll actually wear and love—and you’ll want to steal.
By Elena Malo
YARN
KERTZER NORTHERN WORSTED, 3.5oz/100g balls each approx 230yd/210m (98% acrylic, 2% viscose)
9 (9, 11, 11, 13) balls #0879 Pewter

KNITTING NEEDLES
1 pair size 8 (5mm) knitting needles, 1 pair size 7 (4.5mm) knitting needles or any size to obtain correct gauge
NOTIONS
5 buttons, 1"/28mm diameter, Cable needle, Stitch holders, Stitch markers, Yarn needle
SIZES
S (M, L, XL, XXL)
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Chest: 41 (43, 49, 51, 57)"/104 (109, 124.5, 129.5, 145)cm, buttoned. Length: 28 (28, 29, 29, 30)"/71 (71, 73.5, 73.5, 76)cm
GAUGE
18 sts and 24 rows = 4"/10cm in K6, p2 rib using larger needle
Remember to check gauge for best results!
NOTE ABOUT PATTERNS
This is a pattern preview only. It is provided so that readers can see the photos and check that they have the necessary supplies. The pattern for this project appears in our January/February 2011 issue, available in hard copy only. To get just the issue with the pattern, call 800-865-7240 for the individual issue. Don't miss any of our patterns in the future: SUBSCRIBE NOW.
NOTE ABOUT PATTERNS
This is only a preview of the pattern available in Your Knitting Life magazine, so you can see the yarn and ensure you have the necessary supplies. If you have specific questions about this pattern, please email the editorial staff.
The pattern for this project is available in hard copy only. To get only the print-version of the issue with this pattern, go here. Don't miss any of our patterns in the future: SUBSCRIBE NOW!