This cropped lace cardigan is the perfect thing to wear with summer dresses.

 

It provides just enough coverage, while the openwork pattern keep it from getting too warm – perfect for summer evenings.  The truncated length and small shawl collar are reminiscent of ultra feminine 1950s style.  Knit seamlessly from the hem up, this sweater is both quick and fun to knit.  This pattern includes a detailed schematic.

FINISHED DIMENSIONS:

Bust: 33.5"(37", 41", 46", 50")

Hem (ribcage): 27.5"(31", 36", 40", 44")

Length: 14"(14.5", 15", 15.5", 16")

MATERIALS:

330(370, 410, 460, 500) yards aran weight yarn

size 6 circular needles 24" or longer

size 8 circular needles 24" or longer

stitch holders or scrap yarn

stitch markers

four 1" buttons

GAUGE: 4” = 16 sts by 22 rows in Feather Openwork pattern on larger needles

Note: yarn shown usually knits at 16-18 sts in 4" in Stocking Stitch

Yarn shown: Blue Sky Alpacas Dyed Cotton (100% organically grown cotton; 150 yards/100 grams)