Shibui Knits Virga Cardigan (Tweed Silk Cloud + Lunar)

Shibui Knits Virga Cardigan (Tweed Silk Cloud + Lunar)

Fitted cuffs add gentle geometry to this airy cardigan. Enjoy the ethereal combination that is lustrous silk mixed with the warmth of Extra-Fine Merino and Kid Mohair. Virga is a lightweight cardigan designed by Jennifer Miller.

SIZES
XS/S (M/L, XL)
To fit bust sizes 32.5–34.5 (36.5–40.5, 44.5–48.5)

FINISHED DIMENSIONS
48 (52, 56)” at lower edge without overlap
18 (19.75, 21.25)” back length from shoulder
Model is 5’ 8”, wearing Size XS/S with approx 5“ ease in the bust with intended overlap

SKILL LEVEL
Easy

MATERIALS
Shibui Knits Tweed Silk Cloud
   65% Silk, 35% Kid Mohair
   190 yds / 25 g
   5 (6, 6) skeins
Shibui Knits Lunar
   60% Extra Fine Merino, 40%
   Mulberry Silk
   401 yds / 50 g
   3 (3, 4) skeins

GAUGE
15 sts and 20 rows = 4” in St st after blocking, with one strand of Lunar and one strand of Tweed Silk Cloud held together, on size 9 needles or size needed to obtain gauge

TOOLS
Size 4 (3.5 mm) dpns
Size 9 (5.5 mm) dpns
Size 9 (5.5 mm) 24” or 36” circular needle
Spare size 9 circular needle for three needle bind-off
Stitch marker
Large stitch holder
Tapestry needle