Beschreibung
Cable Cuff Cardigan – Knitting Pattern (PDF)
The Cable Cuff Cardigan is an elegant, fitted cardigan with wide cuffs and a distinctive cable panel at the hem – worked without a cable needle.
It is worked top down, seamlessly, with sleeves shaped directly from the yoke using short rows. If you prefer a classic approach, the sleeves can also be worked separately and sewn in.
A timeless piece – luxurious in yarn choice, clean in line, and suitable for many occasions.
Difficulty
●●●●○
Sizes
36/38, 40/42, 44/46
Fit
Fitted
Finished chest circumference
99 / 108.5 / 117.5 cm
Construction
– Seamless top down
– Cables worked without a cable needle
– Sleeves shaped directly with short rows
– Optional: work sleeves separately and set in
– Wide ribbed cuffs
– Two strands held together (mohair + alpaca)
Gauge (washed & blocked)
10 × 10 cm = 17 sts × 23 rows in stockinette stitch
with 4.5 mm needles, held double
Needles
– Circular needle 4.5 mm (80 cm)
– Double-pointed needles 4.5 mm
Notions
Stitch markers · waste yarn / holders · tapestry needle · measuring tape · scissors
Skills required
Cast on · knit & purl · knitting with DPNs · increases & decreases · yarn overs · bind off
Details
Materials
Original yarn (two strands held together)
Lamana Premia
(60% Super Kid Mohair, 40% silk, approx. 300 m / 25 g)
→ 75 (100) 100 g
held together with
Lamana Piura
(100% baby alpaca, approx. 400 m / 50 g)
→ 100 (150) 150 g
Colour: 16 Bordeaux + 33 Karmin
Buttons: 9 buttons (Ø 15 mm)
Yarn alternatives
Option 1 – DROPS Flora + DROPS Kid-Silk (two strands)
(65% wool, 35% alpaca) + (75% mohair, 25% silk)
approx. 210 m / 50 g + 210 m / 25 g
→ 100 (150) 150 g Flora + 50 (75) 75 g Kid-Silk
Character: soft, lightly fluffy – very close to the original.
Option 2 – Sandnes Sunday + Tynn Silk Mohair (two strands)
(100% merino) + (57% mohair, 28% silk, 15% wool)
approx. 235 m / 50 g + 212 m / 25 g
→ 100 (150) 150 g Sunday + 50 (75) 75 g Tynn Silk Mohair
Character: soft handle, clearly defined cables, subtle sheen.
Option 3 – BC Garn Bio Balance + Kremke Silky Kid (two strands)
(55% wool, 45% cotton) + (72% mohair, 28% silk)
approx. 225 m / 50 g + 210 m / 25 g
→ 100 (150) 150 g Bio Balance + 50 (75) 75 g Silky Kid
Character: lighter, more matte look with a soft halo.
Option 4 – DROPS Flora held double (mohair-free)
(65% wool, 35% alpaca, approx. 210 m / 50 g)
→ 200 (250) 250 g
Character: more grip and structure – mohair-free, slightly more compact.
Option 5 – DROPS Air (single strand)
(65% alpaca, 28% polyamide, 7% wool, approx. 150 m / 50 g)
→ 250 (300) 350 g
Character: very light and soft with an even fabric.
Option 6 – Sandnes Kos (single strand)
(62% alpaca, 29% nylon, 9% wool, approx. 150 m / 50 g)
→ 250 (300) 350 g
Character: modern, very soft, lightly fluffy.
Option 7 – Summer version: Sandnes Line (single strand)
(53% cotton, 33% viscose, 14% linen, approx. 110 m / 50 g)
→ 300 (350) 400 g
Character: breathable, stable, more textured – great for mild seasons.
Option 8 – BC Garn Allino (single strand)
(50% linen, 50% cotton, approx. 125 m / 50 g)
→ 250 (300) 350 g
Character: crisp, cool, authentic linen look.
Option 9 – Kremke Soul Wool Morning Salutation (single strand)
(50% lyocell, 50% wool, approx. 150 m / 50 g)
→ 250 (300) 350 g
Character: smooth, soft, lightly glossy with nice drape.
Option 10 – Lamana Como held double (two strands)
(100% Merino Superfine, approx. 120 m / 25 g)
→ 150 (200) 250 g
Character: temperature-regulating, light, suitable year-round.
Note
Digital pattern (PDF) for direct download after payment. No shipping by email or post. For personal use only.
FAQs
Who is this pattern suitable for?
Difficulty is ●●●●○. You should be confident knitting in rows and in the round, working increases/decreases and short rows. The cable pattern is approachable because it is worked without a cable needle.
How is the cardigan constructed?
It is worked seamlessly top down. You knit the yoke first, then continue with body and sleeves.
Are the sleeves knit directly?
Yes. The sleeves are shaped directly using short rows. Alternatively, you can knit the sleeves separately and sew them in.
Do I need a cable needle?
No. The cables are created with knit, purl and twisted stitches.
Which size should I knit?
Use the finished chest circumference as your guide: 99 / 108.5 / 117.5 cm. The fit is fitted—choose the larger size if you prefer more ease.
How important is gauge?
Very important. Gauge is measured washed and blocked (held double):
10 × 10 cm = 17 sts × 23 rows with 4.5 mm needles. Adjust needle size to match.
Can I use different yarn?
Yes. You can knit it held double (mohair + base yarn) or with a single strand, as long as you match gauge. Yarn alternatives and amounts are listed above.
Does the yarn choice change the look?
Yes. Held double with mohair/alpaca is especially light and soft. Single-strand wool or cotton blends look smoother and more compact. Linen/cotton options make a breathable, summer-friendly version.
Can I adjust the length?
Yes. Top-down construction makes it easy to adjust body and sleeve length. This may change yarn usage.
How many buttons do I need?
9 buttons, approx. 15 mm diameter.
Which needles do I need?
A 4.5 mm circular needle (80 cm) and 4.5 mm DPNs (or your preferred method for small circumferences).
How do I receive the pattern?
After payment you will receive a download link.
Note
Digital pattern (PDF) for direct download after payment. No shipping by email or post. For personal use only.
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