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🧶 Easy Striped Cardigan, Raglan – Knit by Siv (Siv Kristin Olsen)
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🎨 Why You’ll Love the Easy Striped Cardigan
The Easy Striped Cardigan, Raglan by Siv Kristin Olsen is a striking knit cardigan featuring relaxed raglan shaping and bold horizontal stripes — perfect for adding effortless style to your everyday outfits. This design blends simplicity with cozy appeal, making it a great project for knitters who love stylish, comfortable layering pieces that work beautifully across seasons.
Whether you’re a beginner with some knitting experience or an intermediate knitter looking for a satisfying project, this cardigan is both approachable and rewarding to make.
🧶 Pattern Highlights
Designer:Â Siv Kristin Olsen (Knit by Siv)
Category: Sweater → Cardigan
Construction: Bottom-up with raglan decrease — seamless and comfortable
Skill Level:Â Easy + (suitable for knitters with basic experience)
Sizes Included:Â XS/S, M/L, XL/2XL
Yarn Suggestion: Rauma Mitu together with Garnhimmelen Wild brushed alpaca — held together to create a bulky, cozy fabric
Needle Sizes:
US 11 / 8.0 mm
US 15 / 10.0 mm
Yardage: ~1258–1455 yards (1150–1330 m), depending on size
Gauge:Â 10 stitches and 11 rows = 10 cm on larger needles
This cardigan features simple, wide stripes that make it visually appealing and modern, while the raglan construction offers a comfortable fit with minimal finishing.
✨ What Makes This Cardigan Special
The standout feature of this design is its balance of simplicity and style. The relaxed raglan shaping means you can try it on as you knit, adjusting fit as needed — a major advantage for wearability. The bold stripes add visual interest without complicating the knitting process, making this a great choice if you want a stylish garment that’s still fun and straightforward to knit.
This cardigan works beautifully with casual outfits — throw it over jeans and a t-shirt for an easy weekend look, or layer it over a dress for a cozy yet chic vibe.
👕 Style & Wear Tips
Pair your Easy Striped Cardigan with basic tops and denim for an effortless everyday outfit.
Opt for neutral or contrasting stripe colours to create different moods — classic minimal or bold statement.
Because of the cozy bulky gauge, it’s perfect for cool autumn days or as an extra warm layer in winter.
These styling suggestions help readers imagine how to wear the finished cardigan and keep them engaged with your content — increasing both time on page and visitor satisfaction.
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🔗 Get the Original Pattern
👉 View the Easy Striped Cardigan, Raglan pattern on Ravelry:
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/easy-striped-cardigan-raglan Ravelry
(Pattern available for purchase & PDF download — supporting the designer directly is always appreciated!)
This pattern is available for kr.75.00 NOK
