Knitting Pattern Woman's Mohair Cardigan 1219

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A soft, oversized cardigan with a clean V-neck opening, turned-out collar, and easy drop-shoulder sleeves. Light halo, relaxed drape, and simple textures make this a quick, satisfying knit.

What you’ll make

A relaxed, open-front jacket with drop-shoulder construction, ribbed hem and cuffs, shaped fronts, and integrated pockets. The fabric has a soft halo and sufficient body to read as a lightweight jacket rather than a cardigan.

Sizing / fit

To fit bust 86–96 cm (34½–38 in).

The jacket is intentionally loose and designed to accommodate the full size range stated.

Yarn

Chunky to heavy-aran weight mohair or mohair-blend yarn worked as a single strand.

Original equivalent approximately 90 metres per 50 g ball.

Approximate total quantity: 800 g (adjust for preferred length and fit).

Needles & notions

Knitting needles sized to meet tension (originally worked on 5 mm needles), crochet hook for finishing, stitch holders, buttons.

Tension (gauge)

17 stitches and 22 rows to 10 cm measured over stocking stitch.

Recommended yarn:

Rowan Kid Classic.

Also suitable (currently available):

DROPS Air, Sandnes Garn Kos, DROPS Wish.

Construction notes

Worked largely in one piece from the lower edge upwards, with sleeves shaped as part of the body. Fronts are completed separately. Pocket linings, cuffs, and the ribbed front and neck band are added during finishing.

Skill level

Confident beginner to intermediate.

Images / Credits: Copyright Marle & Row, 2026.