Bunny Slopes Cardigan

a short row starter

$6.00

Not every snow bunny wants to conquer the big slopes. Some little ladies like to take things slow and learn the fundamentals. This cardigan is knit from the bottom up using a simple set-in sleeve method. When the body is complete, the shawl collar is picked up and worked back and forth in garter stitch. The gently rolling slopes along the edge of the collar are created using a fun short row pattern for a dramatic, snuggly look. This cardigan is great for any knitter who wants to have fun without breaking a sweat. Want a little challenge, but not too much? Let’s hit the bunny slopes.

SIZES : 
0-6mos (6-12mos, 18mos, 2T, 3T, 4, 6) with 0-1 inch(es) of positive ease

YARN : 
Dream in Color Classy (100% Superwash Merino / 115g skein) or other worsted weight yarn: 
Main Color : 175 (220, 275, 360, 400, 480, 525) yards
Contrasting Color : 65 (90, 110, 125, 150, 175, 200) yards

FINISHED DIMENSIONS : 
Chest: 19 (20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 27) inches
Length (Hem to Underarm): 5.75 (6.5, 7.25, 8, 9.25, 10.25, 11.75) inches

NEEDLES : 
US 7 (4.5mm) & US 5 (3.75mm) 24-inch (60 cm) circular needles and DPNs to obtain gauge

GAUGE : 
20 sts and 28 rows = 4-inch in Stockinette stitch with larger needles
20sts and 44 rows = 4-inch in Garter stitch with smaller needles

NOTIONS : 
stitch markers & tapestry needle

SKILLS : 
short rows (photo tutorial included in pattern)

LEVEL :
adventurous beginner