Category: Designs

Yarn – 7 skeins Wool and the Gang alpachino merino in the color ivory.

Needles- Size 12mm (US 17) straight needles.

Knitting Level- Easy

The Tara cardigan is knit using a super soft alpachino merino wool from Wool and the Gang. Using my classic method of larger needles than the recommended, the softness of this piece is extraordinary. Really, you’re just going to want to squish it. And feel free to do so.

This cardigan is knit flat using size 12mm or US 17 straight needles. I’m often asked where my needles are from, and they’re all Wool and the Gang or We Are Knitters. I love their needles! I’ve had them for many years and haven’t had any issues.

The skills used are basic. You’ll need to know the longtail cast on, stockinette stitch, 1×1 twisted rib, increases (for the sleeves and ruffle), bind off, and picking up stitches.

This pattern is available for purchase here!

The warm weather months are coming in hot! Figuratively and literally. In our Midwest region, we’ve seen snowfall for seven months straight. It’s at the point where it’s nearly unbearable.

I’ve officially made the switch over to the cool breathable knitwear designs starting with the meet me in paradise tank. Knit on larger than usually used for cotton needles, it’s incredibly airy.

I used some of my favorite summer stitches to make it even more open, the mesh and drop stitches. I love the detail they add to the look of it.

This top takes minimal seaming. I’m talking only the shoulders! I decided to make the top apron style and made ties to hold the two body panels together. It’s seriously the most perfect summer piece. Even as a swim coverup!

The meet me in paradise tank is the perfect piece for every level of knitter. Beginners can practice their stitches, and more intermediate and advanced knitters can just have fun!

Shop the meet me in paradise pattern here!