Drambuie Cardigan

Drambuie is a classically shaped cardigan with contemporary detailing and traditional buttons. The basket weave pattern and the integrated pockets makes it interesting and fun (whilst still being moderately easy to make).

” …cast on back, it’s growing quickly and the pattern is nice and easy.” Plain Jane

Knitting techniques include: Basket Weave pattern, 2 x 2 rib, One row buttonhole, k2tog and ssk decreases, sewing on band after knitting.
Photographed in Alpaca Dawn
Knitted in Purl Alpaca Designs 100% pure alpaca Fine yarn
Skill level: Intermediate

To make this in our woollen spun yarn, click here (You'll need between 11-14 balls depending on your size)
To make this in our worsted spun yarn, click here (You'll need between 5-6.25 skeins depending on your size)
To make this in our alpaca/wool blend, click here (You'll need between 11-14 balls depending on your size)
To make this in our alpaca/silk blend, click here (You'll need between 11-14 balls depending on your size)

UK Menswear Sizes:
Small: To fit 92cm/36″ chest (weight 550g)
Medium: To fit 100cm/39″ chest (weight 600g)
Large: To fit 108cm/43″ chest (weight 650g)
X-Large: To fit 116cm/46″ chest (weight 700g)

(Ladies, if making this for yourselves, make your normal size as this cardigan looks good being over sized.)

Needle Size: 3.25mm straight, 4mm straight (not supplied)
Tension: 20sts and 26 rows to 10cm square over Stocking Stitch using 4mm needles

Please note, if using a different yarn, correct tension must be obtained to make sure Drambuie fits properly