Original Vintage 1965 Womens Aran Cardigan Knitting Pattern

Woman's Weekly published this knitting pattern for a timeless cardigan in their 28 August 1965 issue. Traditional Aran stitches are shown to advantage by the simple shape and unexaggerated collar.

The original instructions say; Choose a gentle shade - natural, water lily green, butterscotch - and let the stitch speak for itself. Work at a tension that the 66-stitch pattern measures 8¼ inches in width to obtain the measurements given below.

Measurements:

Cardigan to fit bust size 86cm/ 34in:

All round at underarms 91cm/ 36in

Length to back neck 57cm/ 22½

Sleeve seam 44cm/ 17½in

Side seam 36cm/ 14in

Cardigan to fit bust size 91cm/ 36in:

All round at underarms 97cm/ 38in

Length to back neck 58cm/ 22¾

Sleeve seam 44cm/ 17½in

Side seam 36cm/ 14in

Cardigan to fit bust size 97cm/ 38in:

All round at underarms 102cm/ 40in

Length to back neck 58cm/ 23in

Sleeve seam 44cm/ 17½in

Side seam 36cm/ 14in

Materials Needed:

For all sizes: (Yarn information)

A pair each of No.11 and No.9 knitting needles
A cable needle or double-pointed needle
7 buttons

For the cardigan to fit bust size 86cm/ 34in

22 ounces (624g) of Sidar Double Knitting Wool

For the cardigan to fit bust size 91cm/ 36in

24 ounces (680g) of Sidar Double Knitting Wool

For the cardigan to fit bust size 97cm/ 38in

25 ounces (709g) of Sidar Double Knitting Wool

Skill Level: Advanced

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