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Alpaca Button-Front Cardigan

A softly draping button-front cardigan in an alpaca-merino-nylon blend. Worked in stockinette using 6 mm needles, with DPNs for small circumferences. Sizes XS–XXL.

IntermediateAlpaca Bris from Viking Garn (60% baby alpaca, 11% merino wool, 6 mm

Gauge
16 sts in stockinette stitch on needle size 6 mm (US 10) = 10 cm / 4 in

About this project

An elegant, cozy cardigan knit in a soft alpaca blend. Smooth stockinette panels and a clean button band create a wardrobe staple that layers beautifully. Recommended for knitters comfortable with circular needles and DPNs.

DifficultyIntermediate
Yarn weightAlpaca Bris from Viking Garn (60% baby alpaca, 11% merino wool,
Needles6 mm
SizesXS (S) M (L) XL (XXL)
YardageMaterials at a glance
Techniquesstockinette stitch, knitting in the round (circular needle), double-pointed needles for small circumferences, buttonband and buttonholes, gauge swatching

Materials at a glance

Alpaca Bris from Viking Garn (60% baby alpaca, 11% merino wool, 29% nylon; 50 g / 150 m)