Description ~ Top Down Aran Cardigans

This unusual type of Aran construction is controversial as to its historic authenticity. Nevertheless, it is a fascinating concept, which results in a stunning garment that is fun to knit. While knitting a small sampler sweater from the neck down, traditional pattern motifs will be worked , including bobbles, traveling stitches, knit/purl motifs, baby cables, background stitches, and more! The neckline studied will be shaped for a comfortable fit by utilizing increases and casting on extra stitches. This sampler is worked back and forth flat.

Materials Needed ~ Top Down Aran Cardigans

• Yarns: Three oz. worsted weight, smooth-textured wool yarn (light colored is best so you can see what you are doing), a few yards of contrast (waste) yarn
• Needles: US 5 and 7 (3.75 mm and 4.5 mm) single point or circular needles (DPNs are easiest to use; we’ll be knitting back and forth, not in the round.)
• Notions: Stitch holders, stitch markers, scissors, tapestry needle, cable needle, Sticky notes or magnetic board to keep your place on the chart
• Optional: Three 1/2” buttons
• If you are not used to working with Aran charts, you may want to bring three differently colored high-lighters to mark the symbols on the chart.

Homework ~ Top Down Aran Cardigans

None