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Blue Sky Knitkit - Silk Cocoon Cardigan

This pattern for discontinued yarn Blue Sky Alpaca Silk can be knit with Blue Sky Metalico. Order yarn based on specs below and request the pattern at checkout!


With it’s silky yarn and flattering fit, this sweater is a must have piece. Clusters of cocoon stitch create richly textured panes of fabric for the Silk Cocoon Cardigan. Forced to curve with the alternating motifs, twisted rib lines form deep pockets and open lozenges reminiscent of a just-opened bellflower. A silky, slinky alpaca blend gives just the right drape for a fitted wrap sweater.

YARN: Blue Sky Alpacas Alpaca Silk (50% alpaca, 50% silk; 146 yd [134 m]/50 g): 8 (8, 10, 11, 12, 13) skeins.

NEEDLES: Size 4 (3.5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

OTHER TOOLS: Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle; size F/5 (3.75 mm) crochet hook.

SKILL LEVEL: Advanced Beginner

GAUGE: 25½ sts and 34 rows = 4" in St st; 29 sts and 36 rows = 4" in cocoon st

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: 30 (33, 36½, 40½, 44, 48)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 33", modeled with about 1" positive ease.

DESIGNER: Connie Chang Chinchio

Blue Sky Alpaca Silk NIGHT 150
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Blue Sky Alpaca Silk OYSTER 115
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Blue Sky Alpaca Silk SLATE 100
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Blue Sky Alpaca Silk 151 Sand Dune
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Blue Sky Alpaca Silk CHESTNUT 135
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FIBER: 50% Alpaca / 50% Silk

WEIGHT:50 grams

LENGTH:146 yards/133 meters

GAUGE: 5-6 sts per inch / 2.5cm * Suggested gauge only. Works beautifully with large or small needles.

NEEDLE SIZE: 3-5 US / 3.25-3.75mm

CARE: Dry clean or hand wash in tepid water using a mild soap. Do not agitate or twist. Shape and dry flat on a towel.


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This pattern for discontinued yarn Blue Sky Alpaca Silk can be knit with Blue Sky Metalico. Order yarn based on specs and request the pattern at checkout.


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