Calatrava
Calatrava
Calatrava features pops of garter stitch texture in between diamond slip-stitch cables that creates a secondary hexagon pattern along the front panels of this open cardigan. Knit seamlessly from the top down, this sweater has thoughtful details paired with sophisticated, clean-lined style that makes it a timeless wardrobe staple.
Stitch patterns are both charted and written out. Stitch pattern includes simple cable crosses worked on the WS.
SIZES
(1, 2, 3) [4, 5, 6, 7] {8, 9, 10}
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust (worn open; shown as back width x 2): (33½, 38, 42) [46½, 49½, 54, 58] {62½, 65½, 70}" / (85, 96.5, 106.5) [118, 125.5, 137, 147.5] {159, 166.5, 178} cm (includes (4¾, 4¾, 4¾) [5½, 5½, 5½, 6¼] {6¼, 6, 6¼}" / (12, 12, 12) [14, 14, 14, 16] {16, 15, 16} cm gap in front)
Length: (22¾, 22¾, 22¾) [22¾, 22¾, 22¾, 22¾] {26, 26, 26}" / (58, 58, 58) [58, 58, 58, 58] {66, 66, 66} cm
Shown in size 3 (42" / 106.5 cm).
Recommended ease: Approximately 2–6" / 5–15 cm positive ease
YARN
BERROCO MERINO 401 (50 g): (8, 9, 10) [11, 11, 12, 13] {15, 16, 17} balls #11293 Fern
NEEDLES
32" / 80 cm circular needles, sizes 7 / 4.5 mm and 8 / 5 mm or size to obtain gauge
1 set each double-pointed needles, or preferred needles for working small circumferences, sizes 7 / 4.5 mm and 8 / 5 mm
NOTIONS
Cable needle (cn), 4 stitch markers, tapestry needle, waste yarn to hold stitches
GAUGE
19 sts and 28 rows = 4" / 10 cm in St st using larger needles
20 sts and 28 rows = 4" / 10 cm in Pattern Stitch using larger needles
Gauge is measured after blocking. To save time and ensure accurate fit, take time to check gauge.
Pattern Correction: pdf updated 10/6/25.
The Special Instructions section incorrectly listed the instructions for these stitches. The Chart key is correct, please refer to those instructions.
- Yarns Used:Berroco Merino 401™
- Designer:Alison Green
- Skill Level:Intermediate
- Craft:Knit
- Project Type:Women's Clothing