This designer knitting pattern takes a classic cardigan silhouette and pairs it with six bands of distinctive stitch patterns—perfect for discerning knitters.

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Designer Knitting Pattern
This designer knitting pattern is worked from the top down. You will pick up stitches and work set in sleeves using a special technique that results in a very refined finish. Then when you continue with the body and sleeves there are six bands of pattern that will make your knitting experience enjoyable and your new cardigan unique.

This pattern includes instructions for all sizes, a list of all abbreviations, a schematic for accurate blocking, and a glossary of terms. It is accompanied by our proprietary StitchSaver™ Row Checker. Plus, a link is provided to Knitting Help on our web site.

StitchSaver™ Row Checker

“It is hard to make a mistake with our unique complimentary Row Checker. It helps you keep track of stitch count row-by-row for each section of the pattern, plus all increase and decrease shaping. With check off boxes for each row you can put this project aside for a week, a month or a year and return to the exact spot where you stopped.”
- James

Knitting Help
For your convenience, we’ve collected definitions for abbreviations, links to tutorial videos that may make knitting your project easier and more fun, as well as guides to techniques and tailoring. Visit the Knitting Help page on our website.

Yarn
Trendsetter’s Merino 8 – 100% Superfine Merino – 50 grams – 95 yards / 86.9 Meters– Worsted

This highly versatile yarn is exceptionally soft. It has a beautiful hand that results in garments that drape nicely yet maintain their structure. It works well on a range of needle sizes and the finished fabric provides very clear stitch definition. So, in addition to finding a beautiful cardigan pattern you may have found a new favorite yarn.

Gauge
18 sts and 24 rows = 4"/10cm in Stockinette after blocking.

Check your gauge before and after blocking to monitor gauge as you knit and to match schematic when blocking.

Yardage
Estimated yardage
S (M, L, XL, XXL) – 12 (13, 15, 16, 18) Balls, approximately 1,140 (1,235, 1,330, 1,425, 1,520)

Suggested Needles and Notions

• US8/5mm 16”/40.5cm circular *
• US8/5mm 24”/60cm or 36” /91cm circular *
• US8/5mm double-pointed *
• Fixed and Removable Stitch markers
• 5 Buttons

* Or size needed to obtain gauge

Size

• Small – 33.75’/85.7cm
• Medium – 37.75”/95.9cm
• Large – 42.5”/108cm
• X-Large – 46.25”/117.5cm
• XX-Large – 50.5”/128.75cm

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Delivery
A link to this Downloadable Pattern will be provided after checkout, as well as via email. Downloadable Patterns are nonrefundable.

This designer knitting pattern is worked sideways to create a wrap with long bands of color that caress you. It is worked in stockinette and simple purl ridges that join the bands. How’s that for easy does it?

Designer Knitting Pattern
Zoë was created for 100% fine virgin merino. It is worked sideways—end to end. Then an attached I-cord is added to provide the finishing touch. Zoë was inspired by Zauberperlen, a unique yarn that comes in a ring of seven mini balls. The yarn for each ball is plied to create a series of gradations from one color to the other. The wrap is designed with bands of color worked in stockinette and joined with a ridge of purl. So, indulge in a project that provides meditative knitting, and a finished wrap that embodies playful colorwork.

This designer knitting pattern includes a list of all abbreviations and a glossary of terms. Plus, a link is provided to Knitting Help on our web site. Knitting Help For your convenience, we’ve collected definitions for abbreviations, links to tutorial videos that may make knitting your project easier and more fun, as well as guides to techniques and tailoring. Visit the Knitting Help page on our website.

Yarn
Schoppel’s Zauberperlen – 100% Fine Virgin Merino, 440 yards/402.4 Meters, 100-gram ring of 7 balls

The softest fine virgin merino comes in beautiful color pairings. It arrives as a ring of seven 63-yard mini balls. Each one is created by twisting a different number of plies in each of two colors.

SAVE 10% OFF THIS YARN -  CLICK HERE to find this yarn at Maker’s Mercantile. Choose your preferred color and enter discount code JamesCox10 when placing your order.

Yardage
3 rings with 7 colors in each ring.

Gauge
22 sts and 30 rows = 4"/10cm in stockinette.

For best results, wash and dry your swatch according to the instructions on the yarn label before taking your gauge.

Suggested Needles and Notions

• US 6/4mm, 32”/81.3cm circular needles or size needed to obtain gauge.
• US 8/5mm, 32”/81.3cm circular needles
• US 6/4mm double point needles
• Tapestry needle

Size
17.5” x 85”

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A link to this Downloadable Pattern will be provided after checkout, as well as via email. Downloadable Patterns are nonrefundable.

Turn variegated yarn sideways and create a delightful sweater with a variety of vertical stripes. This designer knitting pattern will lead the way as you work your new sweater from wrist to wrist.

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Designer Knitting Pattern
This designer knitting pattern was created for Zauberball Crazy variegated yarn. It is written with just the right amount of positive ease to provide a loose, comfy, casual fit. Worked from wrist to wrist in two pieces—front and back—which are then sewn along the top and bottom edges of each sleeve and down each side. Next naturally curling stockinette is added at the waist and neck. Zauber means a magic spell, so the random self-striping in this yarn contributes the magic that results in a sweater that is uniquely yours.

This designer knitting pattern includes instructions for all sizes, a list of all abbreviations, a schematic for accurate blocking, and a glossary of terms. It is accompanied by our proprietary StitchSaver™ Row Checker. Plus, a link is provided to Knitting Help on our web site.

StitchSaver™ Row Checker

“It is hard to make a mistake with our unique complimentary Row Checker. It helps you keep track of stitch count row-by-row for each section of the pattern, plus all increase and decrease shaping. With check off boxes for each row you can put this project aside for a week, a month or a year and return to the exact spot where you stopped.” - James

Knitting Help
For your convenience, we’ve collected definitions for abbreviations, links to tutorial videos that may make knitting your project easier and more fun, as well as guides to techniques and tailoring. Visit the Knitting Help page on our website.

Yarn
Schoppel’s Zauberball Crazy, 75% Superwash Wool, 25% Nylon, 459 yards/100 grams

This playful sock yarn is also perfect for a sweater. Two strands of yarn have been dyed individually and then plied together for a surprising crazy combination.

SAVE 10% OFF THIS YARN -  CLICK HERE to find this yarn at Maker’s Mercantile. Choose your preferred color and enter discount code JamesCox10 when placing your order.

Yardage
S (M, L, XL) – 3 (4, 4, 4) balls, approximately: 1,270 (1391, 1500, 1702) yards

Gauge
22 sts and 34 rows = 4"/10cm in stockinette, washed and blocked.

Suggested Needles and Notions

• US 6/4mm, 24”/60.9cm circular needles or size needed to obtain gauge
• Tapestry needle
• Scrap yarn

Size
Finished Chest:

• Small – 47”/119.5 cm
• Medium – 51.5”/131 cm
• Large – 55.5” / 141 cm
• X-Large – 63” / 160 cm

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A link to this Downloadable Pattern will be provided after checkout, as well as via email. Downloadable Patterns are nonrefundable.

Madison is a modern take on the classic tattersall patterned vest.

Designer Knitting Pattern
Complete with an adjustable waist band on the back, Madison is worked top down, with a provisional cast on joining the shoulders. The vertical tattersall stripes are added in crochet.

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"It is hard to make a mistake with our unique complimentary Row Checker. It helps you keep track of stitch count row-by-row for each section of the pattern, plus all increase and decrease shaping. With check off boxes for each row you can put this project aside for a week, a month or a year and return to the exact spot where you stopped."
- James

Knitting Help
For your convenience, we’ve collected definitions for abbreviations, links to tutorial videos that may make knitting your project easier and more fun, as well as guides to techniques and tailoring. Visit the Knitting Help page on our website.

Yarn
Ecopuno – 72% Cotton, 17% Merino, 11% Alpaca – DK weight

Ecopuno Tweed – 61% Cotton, 15% Poly, 14% Alpaca, 10% Wool – DK Weight

Both yarns are a remarkable blend of alpaca and soft wool wrapped with micro threads of cotton. They have the elasticity and bounce of animal fibers. Yet, they’re mostly cotton – almost unbelievable. So, if in the past you have not enjoyed working with cotton, these yarns will surely change your mind.

Gauge
Ecopuno Tweed – 23 sts and 29 rows = 4"/10cm

Ecopuno – 21sts and 29 rows = 4”/10cm

Suggested Needles and Notions

• US6/4.25mm 16”/40.6cm and 24”/60cm or 36” /91cm circular needles*
• US4/3.5mm 16”/40.6cm and 24”/60cm or 36” /91cm circular needles*
• US4/3.5mm double point needles **
• G crochet hook
• Fixed and removable stitch markers
• Tapestry needle and scrap yarn

* Or size needed to obtain gauge
** Or 2 sizes smaller than needed to obtain gauge

Sizes - Finished Chest Circumference

• Small – 36”/86.4 cm
• Medium – 40”/96.5cm
• Large – 43”/109.2 cm
• X-Large – 46”/116.8 cm
• XX-Large – 49”/124.5 cm

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A link to this Downloadable Pattern will be provided after checkout, as well as via email. Downloadable Patterns are nonrefundable.

Here is a pattern with four designs in one. Both the tie and complementary pocket square are double knit designs.

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Designer Knitting Pattern
The CoBaSi blended yarn includes elastic nylon, which results in a very snug stitch pattern when knitted tightly. The results are ideal for double knitting and for creating a tie that can easily be tied without stretching and distortion. The polka dot pattern provides an even attachment between the two layers of stockinette. And the color pairing provides nice options for suits and for casual sport coats. The pocket square is the final fashion touch for the gentleman, or lady, who enjoys just a hint of dandy in their wardrobe.

This pattern includes instructions, a list of all abbreviations, and a glossary of terms. It also includes our proprietary StitchSaver™ Row Checker. Plus, a link is provided to Knitting Help on our web site. 

StitchSaver^™ Row Checker

"It is hard to make a mistake with our unique complimentary Row Checker. It helps you keep track of stitch count row-by-row for each section of the pattern, plus all increase and decrease shaping. With check off boxes for each row you can put this project aside for a week, a month or a year and return to the exact spot where you stopped."
- James

Knitting Help
For your convenience, we’ve collected definitions for abbreviations, links to tutorial videos that may make knitting your project easier and more fun, as well as guides to techniques and tailoring. Visit the Knitting Help page on our website.

"This tie is a classic. I love Jim's double-knit pattern. Very well written."
~ Elliott M.

To checkout our Elliott Polka Dot socks knitting pattern designed to match the Elliott tie and pocket square, click here.

Yarn Recommendation
HiKoo’s CoBaSi 55% Cotton, 16% Bamboo, 8% Silk, 21% Elastic Nylon

This fiber blend is wool free to avoid irritation or over heating, soft and gentle on the hands with a wool-like stretch and machine washable.

SAVE 10% OFF THIS YARN -  CLICK HERE to find this yarn at Maker’s Mercantile. Choose your preferred color and enter discount code JamesCox10 when placing your order.

Skeins needed for this pattern
1 skein in each of 2 colors

The on-screen color representations for yarn may not be precise representations of actual colors due to variance in monitor calibrations.

Gauge
9 sts and 13 rows = 1”/2.5cm in double knit pattern stitch

Suggested Needles and Notions
The following are recommended but not included in the kit.

• US1/2.25mm double-pointed needle – or size needed to obtain gauge
• Stitch Markers

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A link to this Downloadable Pattern will be provided after checkout, as well as via email. Downloadable Patterns are nonrefundable.

For the stylish gentleman who cultivates a sophisticated wardrobe while avoiding the mundane here is a sock pattern that will suit his taste.

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Designer Knitting Pattern
The color combinations are a nod to classic preppy designs, and the polka dots are surely reminiscent of Brooks Brothers. All of this is incorporated into a sock that will give the sharp dresser a little touch of interest at the ankle and the knitter an interesting project.

This pattern includes instructions, a list of all abbreviations, and a glossary of terms. The kit also includes our proprietary StitchSaver™ Row Checker. Plus, a link is provided to Knitting Help on our web site. All in a complimentary backpack project bag.

StitchSaver^™ Row Checker

"It is hard to make a mistake with our unique complimentary Row Checker. It helps you keep track of stitch count row-by-row for each section of the pattern, plus all increase and decrease shaping. With check off boxes for each row you can put this project aside for a week, a month or a year and return to the exact spot where you stopped."
- James

Knitting Help
For your convenience, we’ve collected definitions for abbreviations, links to tutorial videos that may make knitting your project easier and more fun, as well as guides to techniques and tailoring. Visit the Knitting Help page on our website.

Yarn
This sock pattern was designed for the following yarn.

HiKoo’s CoBaSi 55% Cotton, 16% Bamboo, 8% Silk, 21% Elastic Nylon

This fiber blend is wool free to avoid irritation or over heating, soft and gentle on the hands with a wool-like stretch and machine washable.

SAVE 10% OFF THIS YARN -  CLICK HERE to find this yarn at Maker’s Mercantile. Choose your preferred color and enter discount code JamesCox10 when placing your order.

Skeins needed for this pattern
Primary color - 2
Secondary color - 1

Gauge
36 sts and 52 rows = 4”/10cm in stockinette stitch

Suggested Needles and Notions

• US1/2.25mm double-pointed needle*
• Stitch Markers

* or size needed to obtain gauge

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A link to this Downloadable Pattern will be provided after checkout, as well as via email. Downloadable Patterns are nonrefundable.

I’ve resisted yarns with polyester…until now.

When I was introduced to Popcycle, HiKoo’s blend of 50% recycled plastic bottles and 50% bamboo, I was amazed. It is exceptionally soft with a wonderful hand, yet cool and extremely strong. It looks beautiful due to a subtle tweed effect that is the result of each fiber taking the color differently when dyed. But the best part is there are 2 plastic bottles in each hank of yarn. A study in 2016 showed that Americans consumed 50 billion plastic bottles and only recycled 23%. Just one million plastic bottles recycled saves 250 barrels of oil and eliminates 180 metric tons of CO2 emissions from being released into the atmosphere. So, knitting with this sturdy, soft, cool, beautiful fingering weight yarn feels good in more ways than one.

Knitting Help
For your convenience, we’ve collected definitions for abbreviations and links to tutorial videos that will make knitting your project easier and even more fun. Visit the Knitting Help page on our web site.

Yarn:

The Patty Backpack was designed for the following yarn.

• 50% Bamboo, 50% Polyester from recycled plastic bottles
• 305 yards/279m, 3.5 oz./100 grams
• US2-4/3.0-3.5 needles
• Approx. 6.5 sts/inch
• Fingering weight

SAVE 10% OFF THIS YARN -  CLICK HERE to find this yarn at Maker’s Mercantile. Choose your preferred color and enter discount code JamesCox10 when placing your order.

Hanks needed for Patty: 2

Gauge: 26 sts = 4"/10cm

Suggested Needles and Notions:

• US4/3.5mm* 24"/60cm circular needles
• Darning needle
• Stitch markers
  

*or size needed to obtain gauge

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A link to this Downloadable Pattern will be provided after checkout, as well as via email. Downloadable Patterns are nonrefundable.