A uniquely constructed cardigan for those seeking an interesting project, Kristen TenDyke’s Kurama features modified drop sleeve cap shaping to create vertical lines at the edge of the shoulder, while the bodice is knit sideways from the center of the body to the cuffs. Perfect for knitters who enjoy a fun challenge and the rewards that come with it.

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Finished Measurements:

31½ (34½, 37¼, 40¼, 43¼, 46, 49, 52)" [80 (87.5, 94.5, 102, 110, 117, 124.5, 132) cm] bust circumference / shown in size 31½" [80 cm] with 1½" [4 cm] negative ease

Yarn:
Quince & Co.'s Osprey (100% American Wool; 100 grams, 170 yards/155 meters): 6 (7, 7, 8, 8, 9, 10, 10) skeins in #142 sedum

Needles:
29" circular in sizes US 8 and 9 [5 and 5.5 mm] / set dpns in sizes US 8 and 9 [5 and 5.5 mm]

Gauge:
16½ sts and 23 rows = 4" [10 cm] in stockinette stitch with larger needles, after blocking / 15 sts and 28 rows = 4" [10 cm] in garter stitch with smaller needles, after blocking

Skills Required:
Long-tail, cable, and crochet provisional cast ons (links provided); increasing, decreasing, picking up stitches, working in the round.