Balsam Point Cardigan is a boxy, open front cardigan with a unique construction and fun stitch pattern. Start by knitting the back from the bottom up, and pick up along the side seams for the sideways knit fronts. Add a quick ribbed trim for an easy layering piece or opt for the full length sleeves for a truly cozy knit. The twisted stitch pattern will show up best in solid and semi-solid yarns!

This pattern includes a variety of resources to help you successfully knit up your project. A construction diagram guide is included to help you visualize the unique construction step-by-step. Both charts and written directions are provided for all stitch patterns. A partial repeat worksheet is also provided to help you navigate working “in pattern”, and giving you the ability to have every stitch spelled out. A video tutorial link is included for the 1x1 twists without a cable needle used to create the geometric pattern.

Suggested Yarn: Briar Rose Fibers Sonoma, or other aran/heavy worsted weight yarn that knits to gauge

Sizes: 32½ (36½, 40½, 44½, 48½, 52½, 56½, 60½, 64½, 68½)“ / 82.5 (92.5, 103, 113, 123, 133.5, 143.5, 153.5, 164, 174) cm

Note: This is an open front cardigan where the fronts do not meet in the middle; sizes are based on 2x the back chest measurement of the garment. See last photo for schematic, measurement tables, and sizing recommendations.

Yarn Requirements - Short Sleeve: 405 (460, 535, 605, 675, 765, 865, 950, 1050, 1150) yds / 370 (421, 489, 553, 617, 700, 791, 869, 960, 1052) m

Yarn Requirements - Long Sleeve: 675 (755, 850, 935, 1025, 1125, 1240, 1325, 1445, 1565) yds / 617 (690, 777, 855, 937, 1029, 1134, 1212, 1321, 1431) m

Gauge: 16 sts & 24 rows = 4” / 10 cm in Stockinette on larger needles

Needles and Notions: US 8 / 5.0 mm and US 9 / 5.5 mm needles, stitch markers, stitch holders, tapestry needle