GINSAN

from Moon And Turtle: Knitting Patterns with Variations

The Ginsan Cardigan is an oversized jacket style sweater that was designed to be paired with the Kinsan raglan pullover as a contemporary twinset. Pattern includes the option to make the cardigan with or without buttons. We think you’ll find some interesting and surprising techniques and shaping in this deceivingly basic-looking and uncomplicated design. Find a photo tutorial here to help with the unique pocket construction developed by Kiyomi.

SIZES

1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9)

Finished chest: 102 (112, 122, 131, 141, 149, 159, 168, 178)cm/ 40 (44, 48, 51½, 55½, 58½, 62½, 66, 70)” –to be worn with approx 20-25cm / 8-10” positive ease

Yarn

Briggs & Little Heritage (aran-weight; 100% wool; 197m / 215yds per 113g skein)

Shades Shown:

Medium Grey / Natural White / Fawn

Sheeps Grey / Dark Grey / Natural White

Gauge

16 sts & 23 rows = 10cm / 4” over St st on 5mm needles, after blocking.

30 sts & 52 rows = 10cm / 4” over double knit pattern on 3.75mm needles, after blocking

Be sure to check gauge and block yarns and adjust needle size as necessary to obtain stitch and row gauge. You might require a different needle size.

Needles

5mm / US 8 circular needle, 100cm / 40” length AND needles suitable for working small circumferences in the round, plus a spare needle for pockets and three needle bind off

4mm / US 6 circular needle, 100cm / 40” length, AND needles suitable for working small circumferences in the round, plus aspare circular needle for grafting

3.75mm / US 5 circular needle, 100cm / 40” length, plus a spare circular needle for grafting

Always use a needle size that will result in the correct gauge after blocking.

Notions

4 stitch markers, 2 removable locking stitch markers, stitch holders or waste yarn, five 20-25mm / ¾-1” buttons (optional), tapestry needle