Hygge Mood Cardigan

A striped cardigan that’s as soothing to knit as it is comfortable to wear. The Hygge Mood Cardigan blends relaxed lines with playful stripes in four colors, creating a joyful knit without complicated technique. Worked flat from the bottom up, this approachable pattern keeps things simple while producing a wonderfully wearable piece.

Perfect for layering over everyday outfits, this cardigan’s soft drape and easy construction make it a satisfying project for knitters ready to build confidence with garments.

You can view the full free pattern on my blog.

/PATTERN DETAILS

• Women’s sizes XS to 5XL
• Relaxed open cardigan with striped slip-stitch pattern
• Worked flat in one piece from bottom up before dividing for armholes
• Easy color changes — no colorwork skills required
• Friendly construction ideal for adventurous beginners

/TECHNIQUES USED

• Cast on
• 2×2 ribbing (k2, p2) – hem and collar
• Knit (k) and purl (p) stitches
• Slipped stitch pattern (Sl1p, wyif) – stripe texture
• Increases (m1R, m1L, kfb)
• Body knit flat in one piece (bottom up)
• Armhole division/shaping
• 3 needle bind off (shoulder seams)
• Picking up stitches (collar)
• Color changes / stripe pattern (four colors)
• Mattress stitch (sleeve seaming)
• Bind off
• Weaving in ends
• Blocking

/TECHNIQUES USED

• Cast on
• 2×2 ribbing (k2, p2) – hem and collar
• Knit (k) and purl (p) stitches
• Slipped stitch pattern (Sl1p, wyif) – stripe texture
• Increases (m1R, m1L, kfb)
• Body knit flat in one piece (bottom up)
• Armhole division/shaping
• 3 needle bind off (shoulder seams)
• Picking up stitches (collar)
• Color changes / stripe pattern (four colors)
• Mattress stitch (sleeve seaming)
• Bind off
• Weaving in ends
• Blocking

/MATERIALS

• 6 mm / US 10 knitting needles
• Lion Brand Jiffy (410g, 100% acrylic, 681 yds / 623 m):
– Deep Indigo, Seafoam, Cream, Coastal — 1 skein each
• Tapestry needle
• Measuring tape
• Stitch holders

Since the original yarn used for this pattern is not available anymore then here are some yarn substitutes suggestions:

• Yarn Bee Tender Touch
• Loops and Threads Impressions
• Premier Puzzle
• Hobbii Fantasy

SIZE

This women’s cardigan knitting pattern is available in the following sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL and 5XL.

The pictures illustrate size XL.

Final garment measurements are:
Bust circumference (note that this garment is open fronted but will fit like a cardigan of the following bust circumference): 74 (87, 97, 106, 116) (126, 135, 145, 158) cm / 29 (34.5, 38, 41.5, 45.5) (49.5, 53, 57, 62)”.
Upper arm sleeve circumference: 45 (45, 48, 52, 55) (61, 64, 68, 71) cm / 17.5 (17.5, 19, 20.5, 21.5) (24, 25, 27, 28)”.
Sleeve length: 54 (53, 53, 53, 51) (51, 50, 50, 47) cm / 21.5 (21, 21, 21, 20) (20, 19.5, 19.5, 18.5)”.
Length (nape of neck to hem): 71 cm / 28”.

The sweater is designed to be worn with a close fit, with 0 cm / 0” ease at the bust.