Knitting pattern for Chunky Easy Peasy Cardigan by nling

Discover the perfect blend of simplicity and style with the Easy Peasy chunky cardigan knitting pattern:

• Beginner-friendly pattern with no abbreviations
• Oversized, cropped design (15-20 cm/6-8 inches of positive ease)
• Knit with two strands each of nling No 12 and nling No 10 (silk mohair)
• Light and fluffy texture for year-round wear
• Large needle size (10 mm / US 15) for quick knitting

Create your go-to cardigan with this versatile pattern. The Easy Peasy chunky cardigan combines classic Nordic design with modern comfort, perfect for chilly summer evenings or layering in cooler seasons. Its slightly deep armholes and cropped waist offer a flattering, relaxed silhouette.

Part of nling’s series of basic knitwear, this pattern is ideal for beginners looking to expand their skills or experienced knitters seeking a quick, satisfying project. Choose your favorite colors to personalize your Easy Peasy cardigan and add a touch of cozy elegance to any outfit.

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Designed by Katrine Hannibal for nling.

Sizes (XS)S(M)L(XL)2XL(3XL)

Measurements
Chest: (100)112(120)128(136)148(156) cm /(39.25)44(47.25)50.5(53.5)58.25(61.5) inches
Length: (49)50(51)52(53)54(55) cm /(19.25)19.75(20)20.5(20.75)21.25(21.75) inches
Armhole height: (23)24(25)27(29)31(33) cm /(9)9.5(9.75)10.75(11.5)12.25(13) inches
Sleeve length under the arm for short sleeves: (22)22(21)21(20)19(18) cm / (8.75)8.75(8.25)8.25(7.75)7.5(7) inches
Sleeve length under the arm for long sleeves: (42)42(41)41(40)39(38) cm / (16.5)16.5(16)16(15.75)15.25(15) inches

The cardigan is designed with approx 15-20 cm / 6-8 inches of positive ease.

Materials nling No 12 + nling No 10, in two colors
Color A: 2 cones, for all sizes,nling No 12, 55% wool, 45% cotton, 115 g = approx. 875 yards (800 meters), weight: fingering
Held together with
Color B: (125)150(150)150(175)175(200) g / (5)6(6)6(7)7(8) ballsnling No 10, 70% mohair, 30% silk, 25 g = approx. 230 yards (210 meters), weight: lace
Worked with two strands nling No 12 and two strands nling No 10, a total of four strands held together throughout the work.
Note! If knitting with four colors, you need to purchase an additional (25)0(0)0(25)25(0) g / (1)0(0)0(1)1(0) ball of nling No 10.

Materials nling No 4 + nling No 10, in two colors
Color A: (250)300(300)350(350)350(400) g / (5)6(6)7(7)7(8) balls nling No 4, 100% fine organic merino wool, 50 g = approx. 219 yards (200 meters), weight: fingering
Held together with
Color B: (125)150(150)150(175)175(200) g / (5)6(6)6(7)7(8) ballsnling No 10, 70% mohair, 30% silk, 25 g = approx. 230 yards (210 meters), weight: lace
Worked with two strands nling No 4 and two strands nling No 10, a total of four strands held together throughout the work.
Note! If knitting with four colors, you need to purchase an additional (25)0(0)0(25)25(0) g / (1)0(0)0(1)1(0) ball of nling No 10 and an additional (50)0(0)50(50)50(0) g / (1)0(0)1(1)1(0) ball og nling No 4.

Recommended circular needle size 10 mm / US 15, in 80 cm / 32 inches length (we use magic loop for smallcircumferences)

Crochet needle for casting on stitches
Contrasting color scrap yarn
9 stitch markers
Stitch holder

Gauge10 stitches and 14 rows in stockinette stitch on size10 mm / US 15 needles = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4 inches

Procedure
The cardigan is worked back and forth, from the topdown in one piece. An i-cord is worked, into whichstitches are picked up. The yoke is first knitted withincreases in the center front and raglan increases on theright side, and then with only raglan increases on theright side. Then the work is divided, and the sleeves andbody are finished separately. The length can be easilyadjusted to be shorter or longer as desired.