The Wave Cardigan, designed by Toshi Shimada and Grace Williamson, is a stunning, many-hued garment that features an eye-catching wave motif. This cardigan is perfect for using up leftover yarn from your stash, but it can also be made with a more limited palette for a subtler effect. The cardigan is knit in the round and steeked, a technique that adds both challenge and excitement to the knitting process.
Sizing:
XS (S, M, L, 1X, 2X)
Actual bust/chest (cm): 88.5 (96, 103.5, 111, 118, 125.5)
Actual bust/chest (in): 35 (38, 41, 43.5, 46.5, 50)
Length to underarm (cm): 35 (37, 37, 39, 39, 41)
Length to underarm (in): 14 (14.5, 14.5, 15.5, 15.5, 16)
Finished length (cm): 55 (58, 59, 62.5, 63.5, 67)
Finished length (in): 21.5 (23, 23.25, 24.5, 25, 26.5)
Sleeve (cm): 43 all sizes
Sleeve (in): 17 all sizes
Materials:
Yarn: Jamieson & Smith 2 Ply Jumper Weight – 100% Real Shetland wool (118m/25g balls)
Yarn A – Shade 80: 2 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3) x 25g balls
Yarn B – Shade 4: 2 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2) x 25g balls
Yarn C – Shade FC58: 2 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2) x 25g balls
The following shades require 1 x 25g ball each in all sizes:
141
FC24
82
43
75
FC45
FC41
36
202
203
133
1403
FC50
121
FC37
21
FC61
FC43
29
2
1280
20
49
14
54
1283
125
134
FC34
FC12
3
Additional Materials:
Stitch markers
Waste yarn or stitch holders
8 (9, 9, 10, 10, 12) buttons
Tapestry needle
Sharp scissors for steeking
Techniques Used:
Knitting in the round
Steeking
Basic knitting stitches (knit, purl)
Colourwork
Pattern Details:
The cardigan is knit in the round, which makes the colourwork easier to manage.
After completing the knitting, the piece is steeked to create the cardigan opening.
Detailed instructions and charts for the wave motif ensure a smooth knitting experience.
The Wave Cardigan is an engaging project that combines traditional techniques with a modern, colourful design. Its versatility in colour choices makes it a fantastic way to personalise your knitwear, resulting in a unique and beautiful cardigan that showcases your knitting skills.
