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Why You’ll Love Crossroads
The Crossroads by Deborah Doherty is a highly versatile cardigan design that offers multiple styling paths within a single pattern. This thoughtfully constructed piece allows knitters to choose between clean minimal lines or more decorative lace elements, making it a truly customizable wardrobe garment.
The design explores three different versions—Straightaway, Scenic Route, and Short Cut—each offering a unique interpretation of the same base structure. From tailored ribbed elegance to romantic lace detailing and cropped variations, Crossroads adapts to different styles and skill levels.
This pattern is ideal for knitters who enjoy flexibility, customization, and garments that can be adapted to personal taste.
Pattern Highlights
Designer: Deborah Doherty
Craft: Knitting
Category: Sweater → Cardigan
Published: May 2022
Skill Level: Intermediate
Construction:
- Bottom-up construction
- Worked flat
- Seamed finishing
- Asymmetric design options
- Optional wrap or crossover styles
Pattern Variations:
- Straightaway (ribbed tailored version)
- Scenic Route (lace wrap version with ties)
- Short Cut (cropped or short-sleeve version)
Pattern Features:
- Ribbed detailing
- Zig-zag lace options
- I-cord ties
- Asymmetrical styling
- Multiple construction paths
Languages: English
Materials & Yarn
Suggested Yarn:
WOOLFOLK TYND
Yarn Weight:
Fingering (14 wpi)
Yarn Requirement:
7 (8, 8, 9) 9, 10, 10, 11 skeins
Additional Yarn Notes:
- Add 1 skein for wrap tie version
- Subtract 1 skein for short sleeve version
Needle Sizes:
US 1 (2.25 mm)
US 2 (2.75 mm)
Gauge:
28 stitches and 39 rows = 10 cm in stockinette stitch
Sizes Available
Sizes:
1 (2, 3, 4) 5, 6, 7, 8
Finished Bust Measurements:
37 (41, 45, 49) 53, 57, 61, 65 inches
Recommended Ease:
5–10 inches positive ease
Construction Details
Crossroads is built around a flexible cardigan structure that can be adapted into different styling paths.
The Straightaway version features a clean crossover cardigan with ribbed sections and a tailored silhouette secured with both functional and decorative buttons.
The Scenic Route version transforms the design into a wrap-style cardigan with lace panels and tie closures, creating a more romantic and flowing garment.
The Short Cut version offers a cropped or short-sleeve variation, allowing for quicker projects and seasonal adaptability.
All versions share the same core construction but differ in finishing details and styling elements.
Fit & Styling
Crossroads is designed to be a versatile layering piece suitable for multiple occasions.
Styling ideas:
- Wear as a structured cardigan over dresses or shirts
- Use lace version for a romantic, feminine look
- Pair ribbed version with tailored outfits
- Choose cropped version for modern casual styling
The multiple design paths make this pattern especially valuable for knitters who like to personalize their garments.
Pattern Price
Free Ravelry Download
Original Pattern Link
Crossroads on Ravelry
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/crossroads-25
