Scarlet Cardigan - Petite Knit

The Scarlet Cardigan is a beautifully detailed V-neck cardigan worked from the top down. You begin by shaping the back yoke with short rows, then work a neat i-cord edge along the cast-on. Stitches for each shoulder are picked up from this i-cord, and the shaping continues with increases along the V-neck.

Once the fronts and back yoke join, the body is worked flat on a circular needle, and sleeves are picked up and worked in the round. Raised knit columns run down the back, along each side seam, and underneath both sleeves for a crisp, tailored look. The cardigan is finished with a double-knit front placket that sits flat and firm.

This is a more technical knit — but a deeply satisfying one if you love structure, detail, and a polished finish.

Sizing & Fit

Designed with generous positive ease:
≈ 25 cm in smaller sizes, gradually reducing through larger sizes for a balanced silhouette.

Designed to fit bust:

75–80 (80–85) 85–90 (90–95)
95–100 (100–110) 110–120 (120–130) 130–140 (140–150) cm

Finished bust circumference:

105 (108) 115 (120) 125 (132) 143 (150) 157 (167) cm

Length (mid back, excluding neckband):

50 (51) 53 (56) 58 (60) 62 (66) 68 (70) cm

If you’re between sizes or prefer a closer fit, you can size down thanks to the generous ease.

Yarn Type Needed

The Scarlet Cardigan is designed for a DK / 8-ply wool with a smooth, round structure to highlight the raised knit lines and keep the fabric crisp.

Look for:

• DK wool with good stitch definition

• A yarn that meets the gauge: 23 sts × 36 rows = 10 cm on 3 mm

• A fibre that holds its shape well for buttoned garments

If you'd like help selecting the best yarn for drape, warmth, and structure, message us — or pop into The Wool Shop in Rangiora and we’ll guide you.

Approximate Meterage Required

Based on standard DK/8-ply metreage (≈ 105–115 m per 50 g):

600 (650) 700 (700) 750 (750) 800 (850) 900 (950) g
≈ 1,260 (1,365) 1,470 (1,470) 1,575 (1,575) 1,680 (1,785) 1,890 (1,995) metres

If your chosen yarn differs in metreage, we can help you adjust quantities.

Needles

• 3 mm circular needles — 40 / 60 / 80 / 100 cm

• 2.5 mm circular needles — 40 / 80 cm

• 2.5 mm and 3 mm DPNs (or Magic Loop)

Gauge

23 stitches × 36 rows = 10 × 10 cm
in stockinette stitch on 3 mm needles, after washing and blocking.

This gauge is essential for landing the correct fit — especially with the built-in structure and raised lines.

Notions

• 4 buttons (approx. 20 mm)

• Tapestry needle

• Stitch markers

Difficulty

★★★★★ – Advanced
A beautiful challenge for knitters who enjoy shaping, finishing techniques, and structural detail.

What You’re Getting

A printed knitting pattern only, ready to slip into your project bag.
(No digital PDF is included.)