Stitch-For-Yourself: Knit Argyle Cardigan Pattern
In a recent blog post, we discussed how important it is to take some time now and then to stitch something just for yourself. The new year is a perfect time to do that. And we have the perfect knitting pattern for you: The Chic Highland, a knit argyle cardigan pattern.
It’s Perfect Because It’s For Advanced Beginners
The perfect project to stitch for yourself challenges your skills a little bit but doesn’t cause you a lot of stress. This is a very straightforward, easy-knit cardigan pattern. However, there’s a twist – the argyle, which is made with intarsia knitting.
The argyle print isn’t difficult if you follow the video tutorials that are linked in the free pattern. The pattern also includes notes that will help you if you’re new to intarsia knitting. The combination of notes and video support should make working on this project relatively easy, even if you’re an advanced beginner.
Although it should be fairly easy, this knit argyle cardigan pattern gives you something special. This combination of an easy cardigan pattern along with a part of it that requires a little bit more focus is perfect for a stitch-for-you project.
It’s Perfect Because It’s Fun to Wear
When you stitch something for yourself, you should enjoy wearing it. The knit argyle cardigan pattern gives you a garment you should enjoy. The pops of color in the argyle print are statement-making.
This knit argyle cardigan pattern comes in seven sizes, making it an inclusive design. It’s flattering on many different figures.
Put it over a black dress to make it snazzy. Wear it with jeans so that it’s the piece that stands out. Have fun adding this to your wardrobe.
And when people inevitably ask you about that great cardigan that you’re wearing, you can say, “I knit it myself!”
The Perfect Knit Argyle Cardigan Pattern is COZY
Although oversized and warm, this knit argyle cardigan is also lightweight, so you can easily layer it. You can wear it in multiple seasons of the year. The wool yarn is truly delightful to work with and to wear. What better type of project to make for yourself than one that feels super cozy?
Some Other Things to Know About The Knit Argyle Cardigan Pattern
Here are a few additional things you might like to know:
- You’ll use size US 7 – 4.5 mm needles when knitting this cardigan.
- The cardigan is worked flat and bottom-up.
- It’s designed to have 4″ – 6″ of positive ease.
- Anne of Annetarsia Knits creates helpful videos. Her name tells you that she’s the perfect person to teach you about intarsia knitting and making argyle patterns.
- It’s available as a free pattern on the website. However, you can also purchase an ad-free PDF through Ravelry if you prefer.
Get The Knit Argyle Cardigan Pattern
Ready to make this wonderful argyle cardigan for yourself? Get the pattern here:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the “stitch for yourself” philosophy?
The concept of making something for yourself… not as a gift, not for someone else, but as an act of self-care and self-expression. Many crafters (especially those who do a lot of gift knitting and crocheting) struggle to justify making something just for themselves. The “stitch for yourself” philosophy challenges that and says: you deserve handmade too! Making yourself a beautiful, high-quality garment is an act of self-love. A knit argyle cardigan for yourself is exactly that… a luxury you’re creating for your own pleasure and enjoyment.
What is an argyle cardigan pattern?
An argyle cardigan features the classic argyle diamond pattern… those overlapping diamond shapes with diagonal lines crossing through them that you see in classic British knitwear. Worked in colorwork (typically two or three colors), argyle creates a sophisticated, preppy, timeless aesthetic. An argyle cardigan is the kind of piece that feels luxurious to wear, looks expensive, and gets noticed positively. Making one for yourself is a significant commitment but the result is a genuine wardrobe piece you’ll reach for constantly.
What skill level is this argyle cardigan?
Intermediate to advanced. Combining garment construction with colorwork (even simple two-color argyle) requires managing multiple skills simultaneously. You’ll need comfort with garment knitting, intarsia or stranded colorwork depending on the specific argyle technique, working in rows with shaping, and seaming or finishing the cardigan. This is a project for someone ready to tackle a sustained challenge… not a weekend project but a months-long labor of love that results in something genuinely beautiful.
What yarn works best for an argyle cardigan?
Wool is the most traditional and most beautiful choice for argyle! The stitch definition makes the diamond pattern pop, the natural elasticity keeps the colorwork even, and wool blocks beautifully to settle the finished fabric into its final shape. DK or worsted weight depending on the drape you want. Smooth, plied yarn rather than textured or fuzzy. For the colors, choose at least two with good value contrast so the argyle pattern reads clearly… a light and dark combination creates the crispest argyle.
Why is making a garment “for yourself” different from making one as a gift?
The freedom! When you’re making for someone else, you’re constrained by their measurements, their color preferences, their lifestyle. When you’re knitting for yourself, every decision serves YOU… your measurements, your style, your yarn preferences, your desired fit. You can adjust as you go, try it on continuously, make it exactly the length you like. You can choose the most beautiful yarn you own rather than something practical. And you can take your time without the pressure of a gift deadline. A self-knit garment is often the most technically excellent and personally satisfying thing a crafter makes.
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