ATHEN CRADIGAN PDF Knitting Pattern - 2 ways of knitting (seamless and with seams)

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This pattern is available in English and French as a digital download and sent automatically after order confirmation (PDF type).

As I’m not an English speaker, the translation was provided by a French knitting tech editor who has used to it for many years and who almost knits from English patterns only.

The ATHEN CARDIGAN offers an innovative design with two ways of knitting: with seam or seamless. This versatility ensures optimal comfort and a neat finish, suitable for different style and feel preferences. Designed to combine elegance and functionality, this cardigan easily integrates into your wardrobe, bringing a refined and durable piece to your collection.

Sizes: 1 (2) 3 (4) 5 (6) 7 (8) 9 (10) 11 (12) 13

Bust circumference (finished garment): 90 (98) 106 (106) 113 (113) 121 (121) 131 (131) 143 (155) 163 cm. (Add 15 cm to your chest measurement and take the size of the work closest to the result or your preference)

Ease: designed with a positive ease of 15 cm

Yarn and weight: 1 yarn of the LACE WOOLIETTE Doucette type (mohair and silk, 420 m / 50 g) and 1 FINGERING Portofino (1 Merino, 400 m / 100 g) held together (possibility with 1 DK or 2 LACE)

Total meterage: 750 (820) 850 (880) 930 (980) 1020 (1060) 1100 (1150) 1200 (1250) 1300 m for each thread yarn (x 2)

Notions: 3.5 mm and 3 mm straight or circular needles, markers, needles and cables to put the stitches on hold, wool needle, 6 buttons

Gauge: 24 sts x 36 rows = 10 cm x 10 cm of stockinette stitch with 3.5 mm needles using 2 strands together

Pattern options: 2 shoulder widths (size 3 to 10)

The tutorial can be followed row by row or using the diagrams, with additional videos available on my YouTube channel - technical videos are available to guide you, with narration in French and subtitles in English and French - (links in the tab below).

Sample shown in size 2, for 83 cm bust and positive ease of 15 cm. I am using Famosa color way.

important information: The sample shown in the photo was made without seams. Since the construction techniques are different, there may be aesthetic differences compared to the version with seams. Only the seamless version was tested.

* Description above for seamless version.

LANGUAGES French English

Level of competence and required techniques: INTERMEDIATE 3/5

Points and techniques required:

Stockinette stitch, lace pattern, 1/1 ribs (armholes and bottom brim)
Picking up stitches, backward or cable cast-on, long tail cast-on, German short-rows, increases (M1R/L, purled if needed), decreases (TLdec/TRdec, SS(S)K, k2(3)tog).

Links to the boss's videos

Model Specific Videos:

General videos:

• •Italian bind-off

Construction details(s)

SEAMLESS (from top to bottom and back):

This ATHEN cardigan stands out for its precise and versatile construction. The base is knitted in lace stitch at the ends back and forth, with progressive increases to perfectly shape the armholes. The back is knitted in one piece, before picking up stitches one by one at the shoulders to form the front in stockinette stitch and lace stitch, incorporating increases for an elegant V-neckline. Once joined at the back, the body continues in semi-twisted 1/1 ribbing, while a decorative band in semi-twisted 1/1 ribbing is worked around the armholes and inner edges, ensuring a refined and technical finish.

WITH SEAM (flat, from bottom to top back and forth):

Designed with a back in semi-twisted 1/1 rib followed by stockinette stitch and lace stitch, it incorporates precise decreases at the armholes for a perfect fit. The half-fronts combine stockinette stitch and lace, sculpting an elegant V-neck with targeted decreases. Two fancy stitch bands placed under the armholes provide a refined finish, while the assembly with invisible seams ensures a clean silhouette. Finally, the stitches are picked up at the armholes to knit fancy 1/1 rib, ensuring an elegant and structured finish. Similarly, the neckband is knitted in this same stitch, incorporating cleverly placed buttonholes, with buttons sewn opposite each other for a perfect fit and refined style. This creation combines technicality and aesthetics, ideal for experienced knitters looking for a garment that is both sophisticated and comfortable.

important information: The sample shown in the photo was made without seams. Since the construction techniques are different, there may be aesthetic differences compared to the version with seams. Only the seamless version was tested.