I wanted to make a cozy, sort of slouchy fall cardigan that one would want to relax in. I was going to name it something poetic like “lakeside” to evoke the relaxed cottage vibe, but then I posted an in-progress picture on social media and one of my friends commented that it looked like ramen. And I thought, that’s a much better better name for it! After all, I can relate to relaxing at home, watching movies on TV and eating ramen more than I can relate to relaxing at the cottage, which I’ve actually never done in my life.
This is a very easy cardigan to make. It is based on the one row lace pattern by Magda Makes. I made an infinity scarf for a friend one year using the pattern and had a lot of fun, I figure I would make an entire sweater with it :D
The cardigan is made of 5 rectangular pieces. These pieces are seamed together, then a 2x2 rib is worked along the front pieces and back of neck for collar.
It has a loose-fitting body with fitted sleeves. It’s also made with a loose gauge, so it’s pretty plushy.
Measurements of my cardigan:
Bust = 40″
Sleeve circumference = 11″
Length = 21″
Size adjustments:
I made the cardigan to fit me, but since the construction and stitch pattern is so simple, it wouldn’t be too difficult to adjust size. To increase or decrease width, add or subtract multiple of 4 stitches. 4 stitches = approx. 1″
I used:
Worsted weight yarn, approx. 1000 yards (more yarn will be needed if you’re making a larger cardigan)
7 mm straight needles
6 mm circular needles, 29″
What I did:
Back
With larger needles, CO 80.
Work k2, p2 rib for 8 rows.
Work 1 row lace pattern by Magda Makes until piece is 21″, or desired length, from CO edge. Fasten off loosely.
Right and Left Front (make 2)
CO 28.
Work k2, p2 rib for 8 rows.
Work 1 row lace pattern by Magda Makes until piece is 21″, or desired length, from CO edge. Fasten off loosely.
Sleeves (make 2)
CO 40.
Work k2, p2 rib for 8 rows.
Work 1 row lace pattern by Magda Makes until piece is 17″, or desired length, from CO edge. Fasten off loosely.
Collar
With right sides together, sew shoulder seams together.
With smaller needles and right side facing, pick up an even number of stitches evenly up the front, across back the neck, and along the other front. (approx. 1 st per row-end up/down front, and 1 st in each st across back of neck works for me)
Work k2, p2 rib for 8 rows, fasten off purl-wise.
Assembly
Find mid-point of sleeve, match this point to the shoulder seam, pin sleeve to body, then sew sleeve to body with right sides together. Repeat for the other sleeve. Sew sleeve and side seams together. Weave in ends.
Throw it on and be cozy! :D
Happy autumn! :D
Okay while your sweater is fabulous, I’m totally distracted by the Pusheen stuffy on your sofa.
oh yes, Pusheen is more fabulous than any sweater :D
such a lovely cardi. I can knit but only items that do not require any fitting…I might give this a go. Thank you for such a lovely pattern.
You’re a genius! This is a wonderful sweater, and just what I’m looking for in a relax-around-the-house cardigan.
Your blog is fantastic, and it’s the only one I follow all the time.
thanks Patricia, happy knitting! :D
thanks so much Pam! and thank you for your sweet comment about following my blog — it makes my day! :D
Yay ramen cardigan is done! And haha the different animals on the chair XD
the animals cheering me on as i worked on the sweater XD
Love the sweater and I agree, Ramen is a much better name for the cardigan. I don’t think I’d be as drawn to it if it was called Lakeside. It looks so comfy!
thanks so much! it is very comfy and cozy, i’ve been wearing it a lot :D
Love the sweater but I would like to have it in a crochet pattern I think that maybe I’ll work and try to make one using crochet rather than eating
Thank you! There are many crochet cardigan patterns that are similar in shape/style, like this one: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cold-snap-cardigan and many other on Ravelry. Happy looking!