Diamond Back Cardigan

This wardrobe-staple V-neck cardigan features a diamond lace panel running down the back. Knit seamlessly from the neck down, it has waist shaping for a flattering fit. Please note that the extra length on larger sizes is made by a longer Double Moss Stitch band at the hem.

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GAUGE

 4" = 19 sts and 26 rows in Stocking Stitch on larger needles

FINISHED DIMENSIONS

Bust (buttoned): 32.25" (35.75", 40.75", 44.25", 48.25", 51.75")

Waist: 27.25" (30.75", 35.75", 39", 43.25", 46.75")

Hip: 31.5" (35", 40", 43.25", 47.5", 51")

Length: 23.75"(24", 24", 24.25", 24.25", 24.5")

Sleeve Length: 17.75"

MATERIALS

930(980, 1100, 1200, 1320, 1400) yards worsted weight yarn

US 7 (4.5mm) and US 9 (5.5mm) 29" or longer circular needles or size needed to obtain gauge and 2 sizes smaller

US 7 (4.5mm) and US 9 (5.5mm) set of 4 double-pointed needles or size needed to obtain gauge and 2 sizes smaller

stitch holders or scrap yarn

stitch markers, preferably in two different styles or colors

yarn needle

seven 7/8" buttons

sewing needle and thread in color similar to yarn

row counter (optional, but useful for keeping track of concurrent shaping directions)