Oulun Cardigan with Cable and Textured Patterns
The Oulun Cardigan is a long, open-front women's cardigan with a V-neckline, long sleeves and wide ribbed front bands. Its relaxed shape is divided into contrasting knitted textures, making it an engaging project with a distinctive finished look.
The defining feature is a cable panel knitted sideways around the cardigan. Stitches for the lower and upper sections are picked up along the two long edges of this panel. A graphic slip-stitch pattern is worked below the cable section, while a subtle textured pattern forms the upper body. After the shoulder seams are joined, the sleeves are picked up directly around the armholes and worked in the round.
The sample was knitted in pearl white using Noble Cashmere DK, a 100% cashmere yarn with a yardage of approximately 200 m per 100 g / 219 yd per 3.5 oz. The soft yarn shows the stitch patterns clearly while giving the cardigan warmth, lightness and a gentle drape.
This pattern is suitable for knitters who are comfortable reading charts, working cables, picking up stitches, knitting in the round and shaping with increases and decreases. Because of its construction and combination of patterns, the recommended skill level is Advanced.
Fit and Size Selection
The pattern includes sizes S, M, L and XL. The finished bust measurements are 114, 120, 126 and 133 cm / approximately 44.9, 47.2, 49.6 and 52.4 in. Before selecting a size, compare these measurements with a cardigan you enjoy wearing and allow for your preferred amount of ease.
Product Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|
| Product type | PDF knitting pattern |
| Pattern language | German |
| Length | 9 pages |
| Sizes | S (M/L/XL) |
| Finished bust | 114 (120/126/133) cm / 44.9 (47.2/49.6/52.4) in |
| Back length from schematic | 65.5 (67.5/69.5/71.5) cm / 25.8 (26.6/27.4/28.1) in |
| Recommended yarn | Noble Cashmere DK |
| Sample fibre | 100% cashmere |
| Yardage | 200 m/100 g / 219 yd/3.5 oz |
| Yarn required | 600 (700/800/900) g |
| Sample colour | Pearl white |
| Needle size | 4.0 mm / US 6 circular needle |
| Additional tools | 4.0 mm / US 6 DPNs, 4 stitch markers, 3 auxiliary needles and 1 tapestry needle |
| Recommended skill level | Advanced |
Gauge
- Textured pattern: 18 stitches and 28 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4 in
- Slip-stitch pattern: 18 stitches and 30 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4 in
Stitches and Techniques
- Ribbing worked flat and in the round
- Cable pattern worked from a chart
- Slip-stitch pattern worked from a chart
- Textured pattern worked flat and in the round
- Picking up stitches along knitted edges
- Knitting in the round
- Increases and decreases
- V-neck shaping
- Joining shoulder seams
- Binding off and weaving in ends
The Pattern Includes
- written instructions for sizes S to XL
- materials and yarn requirements for every size
- two gauge specifications
- Chart A for the cable pattern
- Chart B for the slip-stitch pattern
- complete chart symbol key
- schematic drawings with measurements
- instructions for the cable panel, body, sleeves and front band
- blocking and finishing instructions
- front, back and side photographs
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I purchasing a finished cardigan?
No. This product is a PDF knitting pattern for the Oulun Cardigan. The finished cardigan, yarn and knitting needles are not included.
What language is the pattern written in?
The currently available 9-page PDF is written in German. The charts, schematic drawings and measurements are included in the file.
Which sizes are included?
The pattern includes sizes S, M, L and XL. The finished bust measurements are 114, 120, 126 and 133 cm / approximately 44.9, 47.2, 49.6 and 52.4 in.
How much yarn will I need?
Depending on the size, you will need approximately 600, 700, 800 or 900 g of yarn with a yardage of around 200 m per 100 g / 219 yd per 3.5 oz.
Which yarn is recommended?
The sample was knitted with Noble Cashmere DK in 100% cashmere. You may substitute another yarn if its yardage and your gauge match the pattern. Changing the yarn may affect the fit, drape and quantity required.
Which needles and tools will I need?
You will need a 4.0 mm / US 6 circular needle, 4.0 mm / US 6 double-pointed needles, four stitch markers, three auxiliary needles and a tapestry needle.
How difficult is the pattern?
We recommend this pattern for advanced knitters. You should be comfortable reading charts, knitting cables, picking up stitches, working in the round and shaping with increases and decreases.
What is included in the PDF?
The 9-page German pattern contains the complete written instructions, sizing and material information, two colour charts with a symbol key, schematic drawings and several photographs of the finished cardigan.
