Coastal Highway

Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern with shown on model by a river wearing sweater in a light tweedy natural yarn.
Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern in soft, light brown yarn shows off the deep hem ribbing and vents, pockets, and sleeve cuffs.
Front view of Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern with deep hem and cuff ribbing and accents on pockets, collar and along front edges.
Close up of side of Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern in soft, light brown yarn that really shows off the deep hem ribbing, pockets and sleeve cuffs.
Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern with shown on model by a river - see the deep hem ribbing, pockets and cuffs.
Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern with shown on model by a river - see how the the deep hem ribbing provides movement and back of collar ribbing.
Side view of Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern in soft, light brown yarn that really shows off the deep hem ribbing, pockets and sleeve cuffs.
Front view of Coastal Highway sweater knitting pattern - a long drapey and super comfortable cardigan with pockets and deep hem and cuff ribbing. ribbing, pockets and sleeve cuffs.
See the details on Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern, a super comfortable and versatile sweater.
Side view of Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern that shows the deep hem ribbing, pockets and sleeve cuffs.
Back view of Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern in soft, light brown yarn that really shows off the deep vented hem ribbing and movement of the cardigan.
Shoulder construction of Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern which is worked top down and seamlessly.
Young woman wearing a long, drapey cardigan beside a river. Coastal Highway sweater knitting pattern sample in soft Road to China Light yarn by The Fibre Company.
Close up of the front details of Coastal Highway sweater knitting pattern - a long drapey and super comfortable cardigan with pockets and deep hem and cuff ribbing. ribbing, pockets and sleeve cuffs.
Shoulder details that provide stability for the Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern which is worked top down and seamlessly.
Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern with shown on model by a river wearing sweater in a light tweedy natural yarn.
Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern in soft, light brown yarn shows off the deep hem ribbing and vents, pockets, and sleeve cuffs.
Front view of Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern with deep hem and cuff ribbing and accents on pockets, collar and along front edges.
Close up of side of Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern in soft, light brown yarn that really shows off the deep hem ribbing, pockets and sleeve cuffs.
Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern with shown on model by a river - see the deep hem ribbing, pockets and cuffs.
Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern with shown on model by a river - see how the the deep hem ribbing provides movement and back of collar ribbing.
Side view of Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern in soft, light brown yarn that really shows off the deep hem ribbing, pockets and sleeve cuffs.
Front view of Coastal Highway sweater knitting pattern - a long drapey and super comfortable cardigan with pockets and deep hem and cuff ribbing. ribbing, pockets and sleeve cuffs.
See the details on Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern, a super comfortable and versatile sweater.
Side view of Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern that shows the deep hem ribbing, pockets and sleeve cuffs.
Back view of Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern in soft, light brown yarn that really shows off the deep vented hem ribbing and movement of the cardigan.
Shoulder construction of Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern which is worked top down and seamlessly.
Young woman wearing a long, drapey cardigan beside a river. Coastal Highway sweater knitting pattern sample in soft Road to China Light yarn by The Fibre Company.
Close up of the front details of Coastal Highway sweater knitting pattern - a long drapey and super comfortable cardigan with pockets and deep hem and cuff ribbing. ribbing, pockets and sleeve cuffs.
Shoulder details that provide stability for the Coastal Highway cardigan knitting pattern which is worked top down and seamlessly.

Coastal Highway

$9.00

Coastal Highway is a long, drapey cardigan with pockets and deep ribbing on the split hemline and sleeve cuffs. Coastal Highway is sure to become a wardrobe staple for all kinds of weather and outfits. Picture it with your favorite jeans or skirt or shorts. It’s the perfect cardigan to wear with everything and it’s super-comfy!

Coastal Highway is worked top-down in a seamless manner and it’s finished as you go. Stability is built in as well so that it keeps its shape as you wear it (a lot).

Coastal Highway will look great in any yarn that meets gauge (heavy fingering to DK) and has good drape and stitch definition.

This pattern has been professionally tech-edited and tested.

See below for links to yarn.

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SIZES
XS(S, S2, M, M2, L)(L2, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL) See measurements and ease below.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Finished Chest: 38.75(42, 44, 46, 48, 50)(52.75, 55.25, 57.25, 60.75, 64) inches / 98.5(106.5, 112, 117, 122, 127)(134, 140.5, 145.5, 154.5, 162.5) cm.

Choose size that is at least 6” / 15 cm larger than chest measurement!

RECOMMENDED YARN
 The Fibre Co Road to China Light: A luscious, soft and drapey sport weight yarn. Use code CoastalHighway10 to save 10% on Road to China Light yarn through May 31, 2024.

OR WoolDreamers USA - Cautiva: A beautifully rugged yet soft sport weight yarn. Also available at WoolDreamers Cautiva or Woolly Thistle.

OR Miss Babs Laurel Falls: A gorgeous sport weight yarn in Shaniko Wool.

OR use any yarn that meets gauge and has good drape. Yarn usage will vary depending on gauge and specific yarn used.

See YarnSub.com for yarn substitutions.

ESTIMATED YARN REQUIRED

1628(1742, 1864, 1905, 2134, 2284)(2444, 2615, 2798, 2993, 3203) yds / 1482(1585, 1696, 1815, 1942, 2078)(2224, 2379, 2546, 2724, 2915)m.

Yarn usage will vary depending on gauge and specific yarn used.

RECOMMENDED NEEDLES
Large (Main) -  US 5 (3.75 mm) 16” / 40 cm and 29-32” / 70-80 cm circular needle and set of DPNs (or use your preferred method of circular knitting for sleeves).  

Small - US 4 (3.5 mm) 29-32”/70-80cm circular needle. Use for collar only and any other ribbing if indicated by gauge swatch.

Ribbing – This could be the Large or the Small needle depending on your gauge swatch.

Adjust needle sizes to obtain correct gauge!

GAUGE

24 sts / 34 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm in stockinette st after blocking.

Note gauge before and after blocking for knowledge of yarn growth to assist in adjusting for length.

NOTIONS
Stitch markers, yarn needle for weaving in ends

EXPERIENCE LEVEL AND SKILLS USED
Intermediate level pattern that is accessible to an Advanced Beginner knitter with some experience in skills used.
Skills Used: Basic knitting, German Short Rows (tutorial provided), increases, decreases, Italian (Tubular) Bind Off (tutorial provided), Provisional Cast On (tutorial provided).

RAVELRY PATTERN PAGE
Click HERE to purchase this pattern through Ravelry and to view other knitters’ completed tops or if your purchase is subject to VAT.

Pattern will also be available in Knit Companion.

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