Collins
Collins is an attention-getting twist on the classic aran cabled cardigan. An asymmetric shawl collar and an elegant tie add an elegant spin to the cabled cardigan. It’s still classic enough to be wearable with jeans and boots or a great fall skirt, but it’s just a little different.
Collins features a more fitted shape, a short length, and the long, off-center tie to make it modern. A deep collar, a balance of texture and classic cables, and the body hugging shape make for a feminine vibe.
You can modify length as needed to hit your waist, width can easily be adjusted on the sides of the body, and the wrap lets you bring things in as you need to just by adjusting your ties.
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Yarn: Aran weight wooly yarn with a little tooth to it. Stay away from a heavy or overly drapey fiber, which may not stay closed when belted.
The original sample was knit in Rowan Yorkshire Tweed Aran, which is no longer available. Suggested substitutes include Peace Fleece Worsted, Berroco Blackstone Tweed, Harrisville Designs Tweeds, and Green Mountain Spinnery Weekend Wool.
Gauge: 16 sts and 20 rows = 4”/10cm in stockinette, lightly blocked
Needles: US 8/5.0mm
Sizes:
32(34,36,38,40,42)(44,46,48,50,54,58)”
81.25(86.25,91.5,96.5,101.5,106.75)(111.75,117,122,127,137.25,147.25)cm
Pick the size that corresponds with your bust; this sweater is not intended to be worn with ease. If you’re unsure about your size, I recommend going smaller, as extra width will make the wrap flap open, but negative ease will only make the V stay a little more open.
Yardage:
1000(1100,1200,1300,1400,1500)(1600,1700,1800,1900,2000,2100)yds
915(1005,1100,1190,1280,1370)(1465,1555,1645,1740,1830,1920)m