Jamberry Cardigan Kit-- Birch Tree Knits

"This Pattern was inspired by the delightful child’s story, Jamberry ~ a rhyming book filled with blueberries, blackberries, and strawberries ~ beloved by every child I know."

This cardigan is worked top down.
Neckband, cuffs and button bands worked in seed stitch; yoke worked in Stockinette stitch.
Short rows increase yoke depth at the back and are worked just prior to separating the fronts, back and sleeves.
Sleeve stitches are picked up and knit in the round to cuff.
Stitches for button band are picked up and knit flat.
Yoke of cardigan features duplicate stitched leaves and berries.

Difficulty/Skills Required: Level: Intermediate.
Knit, Purl, Long Tail cast on, Knitting in the round, Duplicate stitching.

Yarn Weight:
DK

Needle Size: US 5 / 3.75 mm and US 7 / 4.5 mm. Both needle sizes in 16” / 41 cm and 24” / 61 cm for body and preferred method for working small circumferences (Magic Loop or DPNs) for collar, band, and sleeves.
Use the needle sizes that allow you to meet gauge.

Size Information:
Sizes:

~ Small kit includes enough yarn to knit sizes intended to fit 6mo, 9mo, 12mo, 18mo

~ Large kit includes enough yarn to knit sizes 2yr, 4yr, 6yr

Blueberry kit includes Berroco DK in: Tide Pool, Mochi, and Jalapeño*

Winterberry kit includes Berroco DK in: Cardinal, Mochi, and Yukon Green*

Intended to be worn with 1–2” / 2.5–5 cm positive ease.

*exact colorways may vary with availability

**THE KIT DOES NOT INCLUDE A FINISHED SWEATER OR NEEDLES**