Beschreibung
Skill level ●●○○○
Sizes 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8
A classic cardigan in a bold double seed stitch – knitted seamlessly from the top down.
Perfect for any season and flattering for many body types.
✓ Top-down construction with raglan increases
✓ Step-by-step photos and helpful video tutorials included
✓ Suitable for ambitious beginners
After purchase, you will receive a download link.
The detailed PDF pattern comes with many step-by-step photos and helpful links to the rosa p. YouTube channel.
Sizes and Measurements
Sizes 1 to 8
Finished bust circumference:
95/109/114/121/130/138/145/150 cm
Description
The Greetl Cardigan is a timeless piece for year-round wear.
It is worked seamlessly from the top down – no seaming required.
The bold double seed stitch creates a clear, structured look.
Construction: raglan increases in right-side rows, top-down
Neckline: round neck with side increases
Details:
Fit:
The cardigan has a relaxed, comfortable fit, but can be easily adapted.
The pattern is suitable for ambitious beginners with some experience in knitting in the round and working increases. All steps are explained in detail.
Note:
Digital pattern (PDF) for direct download after payment. No shipping via email or post.
For private use only.
Details
DROPS Soft Tweed + Silk Mohair (e.g. DROPS Kid-Silk)
A beautiful tweed look with excellent stitch definition. The Silk Mohair makes the fabric softer and lighter.
Soft Tweed (50 g balls):
(350/400/400/450) (500/550/600/650) g
(= 7/8/8/9) (10/11/12/13) balls
Silk Mohair (25 g balls):
(100/125/125/150) (175/175/200/225) g
(= 4/5/5/6) (7/7/8/9) balls
Sandnes Double Sunday + Tynn Silk Mohair
Creates a crisp, even fabric with a clean and modern appearance.
Double Sunday (50 g balls):
(400/450/450/500) (550/600/650/700) g
(= 8/9/9/10) (11/12/13/14) balls
Tynn Silk Mohair (25 g balls):
(100/125/125/150) (175/175/200/225) g
(= 4/5/5/6) (7/7/8/9) balls
DROPS Nord + DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk
Light and fluffy while still providing good stitch definition – ideal if you want warmth without extra weight.
DROPS Nord (50 g balls):
(250/300/300/350) (350/400/450/450) g
(= 5/6/6/7) (7/8/9/9) balls
DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk (25 g balls):
(175/225/225/250) (300/300/325/375) g
(= 7/9/9/10) (12/12/13/15) balls
DROPS Flora + Silk Mohair (e.g. DROPS Kid-Silk)
Light, soft and with beautiful drape – an easy and versatile combination.
DROPS Flora (50 g balls):
(250/250/250/300) (300/350/350/400) g
(= 5/5/5/6) (6/7/7/8) balls
Silk Mohair (25 g balls):
(100/125/125/150) (175/175/200/225) g
(= 4/5/5/6) (7/7/8/9) balls
Sandnes Peer Gynt + Tynn Silk Mohair
A classic, durable combination with excellent structure and stitch definition.
Peer Gynt (50 g balls):
(500/550/550/600) (650/700/800/850) g
(= 10/11/11/12) (13/14/16/17) balls
Tynn Silk Mohair (25 g balls):
(100/125/125/150) (175/175/200/225) g
(= 4/5/5/6) (7/7/8/9) balls
DROPS Merino Extra Fine + Silk Mohair
Soft, smooth and elegant with beautifully even stitches.
Merino Extra Fine (50 g balls):
(450/500/500/550) (600/650/700/750) g
(= 9/10/10/11) (12/13/14/15) balls
Silk Mohair (25 g balls):
(100/125/125/150) (175/175/200/225) g
(= 4/5/5/6) (7/7/8/9) balls
Lamana Como + Silk Mohair
Produces a refined, luxurious fabric with exceptional stitch definition.
Lamana Como (25 g balls):
(200/200/200/225) (250/275/300/325) g
(= 8/8/8/9) (10/11/12/13) balls
Silk Mohair (25 g balls):
(100/125/125/150) (175/175/200/225) g
(= 4/5/5/6) (7/7/8/9) balls
NOVITA Signature Collection Helene + Silk Mohair
Very soft with a feminine look. The Silk Mohair adds lightness and a delicate halo.
Helene (50 g balls):
(250/250/250/300) (300/350/350/400) g
(= 5/5/5/6) (6/7/7/8) balls
Silk Mohair (25 g balls):
(100/125/125/150) (175/175/200/225) g
(= 4/5/5/6) (7/7/8/9) balls
Rowan Moordale + Silk Mohair
A woolly, characterful combination with a slightly rustic feel that beautifully enhances textured stitch patterns.
Moordale (100 g balls):
(400/500/500/500) (600/600/600/700) g
(= 4/5/5/5) (6/6/6/7) balls
Silk Mohair (25 g balls):
(100/125/125/150) (175/175/200/225) g
(= 4/5/5/6) (7/7/8/9) balls
DROPS Alpaca held double
Very soft and warm with a classic alpaca look – without a mohair halo.
DROPS Alpaca (50 g balls, held double – total amount):
(550/600/600/650) (700/800/850/900) g
(= 11/12/12/13) (14/16/17/18) balls
DROPS Air or Sandnes Kos
Very light and lofty with quick knitting progress.
DROPS Air / Sandnes Kos (50 g balls):
(300/350/350/400) (400/450/500/500) g
(= 6/7/7/8) (8/9/10/10) balls
LANG YARNS Malou Light
Light, soft and elegant with beautiful drape.
Malou Light (50 g balls):
(250/300/300/300) (350/350/400/400) g
(= 5/6/6/6) (7/7/8/8) balls
Rowan MODE Softest Alpaca
Cloud-soft with a little more body than DROPS Air or Sandnes Kos.
Softest Alpaca (50 g balls):
(350/400/400/450) (450/500/550/600) g
(= 7/8/8/9) (9/10/11/12) balls
FAQs
What skill level is required?
The Greetl Cardigan is rated ●●○○○ and suitable for ambitious beginners.
If you have some experience knitting in the round and working increases, you’ll be able to follow the pattern easily.
All steps are explained clearly, with helpful photos and video tutorials.
How is the Greetl Cardigan constructed?
The cardigan is worked seamlessly from the top down with raglan increases.
It features a round neckline, long sleeves without decreases, and wide ribbed edges.
The bold double seed stitch creates a clean and structured texture.
No seaming is required.
Which yarns can I use?
The sample is knitted with:
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inEinklang by Atelier Zitron (50% extrafine Merino, 30% ramie, 20% polyamide)
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Extraklasse by Atelier Zitron (100% Kid Mohair)
Alternative combinations include:
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Drops Soft Tweed + Drops Kid Silk
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Drops Lima + Drops Brushed Alpaca Silk
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Sandnes Double Sunday + Tynn Silk Mohair
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BC Garn Semilla Cablé + ITO Sensai
Always check your gauge after washing and blocking to ensure a good fit.
What are the finished bust measurements?
Sizes 1–8: 95 / 109 / 114 / 121 / 130 / 138 / 145 / 150 cm
Recommended ease: 5–10 cm, depending on your preferred fit.
What needles do I need?
Circular needles 4.5 mm and 5 mm, lengths 40–60 cm and 80–100 cm.
For sleeves, you can use Magic Loop, DPNs, or short circulars.
How many buttons are needed?
You’ll need 7–9 buttons, 20–22 mm in diameter.
Larger sizes require more buttons.
Can I adjust the length or fit?
Yes – thanks to the top-down construction, you can try the cardigan on as you go and easily adjust body or sleeve length.
How do I receive the pattern?
After payment, you’ll receive an automatic download link for the PDF pattern.
No physical or email shipping.
The pattern is for private use only.
