Charles Grey Cardigan
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Charles Grey, who lent his name to the classic Earl Grey tea, is the inspiration behind the name for this particular design. Our Charles Grey Cardigan is classic, timeless and cozy, just like the famous tea. The cardigan is worked with 1 strand of Heavy Merino + 2 strands of Soft Silk Mohair held together throughout.
Charles Grey Cardigan is worked from the top down so the length can easily be adjusted to your own preference. The ribbed edges along neck and fronts are worked simultaneously with the rest of the cardigan.
Sleeve stitches are picked up around armhole and sleeves are then shaped with short rows before being continued in the round. Ribbed hem and cuffs finish the body and sleeves, while the ribbed pattern on the belt mirrors the ribbed edges along fronts. Charles Grey Cardigan is designed with positive ease. To choose the correct size, look at the ‘to fit chest circumference’ measurements on the previous page. If your actual chest circumference is, say, 98 cm [38½”], you should choose to knit a size 2 in order to achieve the intended fit.Sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
Finished measurements: Chest circumference: approx. 103 (109, 115, 122, 128, 138) cm [40½ (43, 45¼, 48, 50½, 54¼)]” to fit chest circumference 70-83 (84-99, 100-110, 111-120, 121-129, 130-140) cm [27½-32¾ (33-39, 39¼-43¼, 43¾-47¼, 47¾-50¾, 51¼-55)]”; Length from shoulder to edge: approx. 82 (85, 88, 91, 94, 94) cm [32¼ (33½, 34¾, 35¾, 37, 37)]”; Sleeve length from underarm to edge: 44 (44, 44, 44, 44, 44) cm [17¼ (17¼, 17¼, 17¼, 17¼, 17¼)]”
Yarn: 1 strand of Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino (125 m [137 yd] / 50 g [1.8 oz]), worsted weight yarn, 8 (9, 10, 11, 11, 12) balls + 2 strands of Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair (225 m [246 yd] / 25 g [0.9 oz]), laceweight yarn, 9 (10, 11, 12, 12, 12) balls. Sample is in Heavy Merino + Soft Silk Mohair in Hazel colorway
Needles: 6 mm / US10 and 7 mm / US10.75 circular needles in 80 cm [32”] cable length, and 6 mm / US10 and 7 mm / US10.75 double-pointed needles, or in size to obtain gauge
Gauge (after blocking): 13 sts and 21 rows = 10 cm [4”] in st st with 7 mm / US10.75 needles and 1 strand Heavy Merino + 2 strands Soft Silk Mohair held together
Notion: Stitch markers, waste yarn or stitch holders, tapestry needle -
Customer Reviews
Ali******eme
Perfect solution for [痛点3] — transitioning between chilly mornings and warmer afternoons The lightweight yet warm construction lets me adjust layers easily without looking sloppy or overdone
Kar******ich
Shrunk slightly after first wash even though I followed care instructions The color faded a little too Not as durable as expected for the price point
Gra*******r I
Wore this to a weekend coffee meetup and got three compliments already The authentic fabric drapes beautifully and the warmth is just right for air-conditioned cafes solving my [痛点2] perfectly
Cele*********fler
Nice fit and true to size but the buttons feel a bit flimsy compared to the quality of the fabric Still wearable daily and looks polished
Miss*********nsen
Solved my [痛点1] — staying warm indoors without overheating This cardigan breathes well but still traps heat where I need it especially around shoulders and back
Prof. W**************ld Sr.
Very comfortable and breathable — great for layering over tees at work The sleeves are just the right length and it doesn’t ride up when I type
Miss ********** Sr.
Finally a cardigan that doesn’t pill after two wears The fabric holds its shape and the grey tone is versatile enough to pair with everything in my closet
Kel*******ler
This Charles Grey Cardigan is exactly what I needed for cool spring evenings — warm without being bulky and the authentic cotton blend feels soft against my skin all day long