MODE at Rowan MIP93 Garda Cardigan Knitting Pattern | Mohair Soft Aran / 10 Ply
MODE at Rowan MIP93 Garda Cardigan Knitting Pattern
Garda by Quail Studio is a classic button-down cardigan knitted in luxurious MODE at Rowan Mohair Soft. Deep ribbing, raglan shaping, a crew neckline and a structured double-faced button band create an elegant cardigan with a beautifully soft mohair halo.
Pattern details
Pattern: MIP93 Garda
Designer: Quail Studio
Garment: Women’s button-down cardigan
Skill level: Intermediate
Yarn: MODE at Rowan Mohair Soft
Yarn weight: Aran / light bulky, approximately 10 ply
Sizes: Nine sizes covering a 71 to 157cm bust
Pattern language: English
Construction and fit
Garda is worked flat from the bottom up and finished with seams. The all-over rib pattern creates a comfortable, flexible fabric, while the raglan sleeves provide a classic fit through the shoulders. A double-faced button band adds structure to the front opening. The finished cardigan has approximately 9 to 10cm of positive ease when the corresponding bust size is selected.
Finished measurements
| To fit bust | Finished chest | Finished length | Sleeve seam |
|---|---|---|---|
| 71–76cm | 86cm | 58cm | 42cm |
| 81–86cm | 96cm | 60cm | 43cm |
| 91–97cm | 106cm | 62cm | 43cm |
| 102–107cm | 116cm | 64cm | 44cm |
| 112–117cm | 126cm | 66cm | 44cm |
| 122–127cm | 136cm | 68cm | 44cm |
| 132–137cm | 146cm | 69cm | 44cm |
| 142–147cm | 156cm | 71cm | 44cm |
| 152–157cm | 166cm | 72cm | 44cm |
Yarn required for each size
The photographed cardigan uses MODE at Rowan Mohair Soft in Chocolate 202 . Each ball contains approximately 125 metres.
| To fit bust | Balls required | Approx. total length |
|---|---|---|
| 71–76cm | 7 balls | 875m |
| 81–86cm | 7 balls | 875m |
| 91–97cm | 8 balls | 1,000m |
| 102–107cm | 8 balls | 1,000m |
| 112–117cm | 9 balls | 1,125m |
| 122–127cm | 9 balls | 1,125m |
| 132–137cm | 10 balls | 1,250m |
| 142–147cm | 10 balls | 1,250m |
| 152–157cm | 11 balls | 1,375m |
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Photographed shade: Chocolate 202
MODE at Rowan Mohair Soft
Fibre: 60% mohair, 40% wool
Ball weight: 50g
Length: Approximately 125m per ball
Weight: Aran / light bulky, approximately 10 ply
Standard recommended needle: 5.5mm
Standard ball-band tension: 16 stitches x 20 rows per 10cm
Care: Hand wash cold and dry flat
Needles and accessories required
- 5mm knitting needles
- 6mm knitting needles
- 6mm circular needle, no longer than 40cm, for the neckband
- Stitch markers
- Stitch holders
- Buttons in the quantity and size specified in the pattern
- Yarn needle for sewing and finishing
Pattern tension
19 stitches and 20 rows to 10cm in the specified rib pattern. Always knit a tension square before beginning and change needle size if required.
What you will receive
One MODE at Rowan MIP93 Garda knitting pattern containing the English instructions needed to knit the cardigan in all nine listed sizes.