Shawl Collar Cardigan Knitting Pattern + Tutorial | Openlands Sweater

Feb 9

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Knit A Simple Shawl Collar Cardigan

The Openlands Shawl Collar Cardigan is a cozy, timeless layering piece designed to feel substantial yet effortless to wear. With its relaxed silhouette, classic shawl collar, and thoughtful shaping, this cardigan pairs beautifully with tees, tees and tanks, sweaters, and more — making it a versatile staple in any knitwear wardrobe. The textured stitch details and clean lines give the finished piece an intentional, polished look that’s both stylish and comfortable.

This pattern includes a full step-by-step video tutorial to walk you through the entire knit, making it easier to follow along visually from start to finish. The written pattern is available in my Pattern Library, where you’ll find this cardigan alongside many other designs that are perfect for expanding your knitting skills and wardrobe. Whether you’re ready to tackle your first garment or you’re looking for a satisfying knit with timeless appeal, the Openlands Cardigan delivers in every stitch.

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Size Guide + Finished Measurements

The cardigan is written in 8 sizes, 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8), with a finished bust size of 39 (42.5, 45.5, 49, 51, 54.5, 57, 59) in/99.5 (107.5, 116, 124, 130, 138, 144.5, 150.5) cm. Note that the finished bust size includes the shawl portion, which adds just over 5 in/13 cm on each front. The cardigan is intended to have about 5-10 in/12.5-25.5 cm of positive ease so pick a size that will provide the intended ease or adjust to your desired ease. Feel free to adjust body length and armhole depth as desired. You can try on the cardigan as you go.

Yarn

Approximately 4 (4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5) skeins of Lion Brand Re-Spun Thick + Quick (223 yds/204 m per 12oz/340g skein) or another super bulky weight yarn that meets gauge. Color shown is Silver.

Needles

9mm (US13) in the following sizes:
- 40 in/101.5 cm circular knitting needles (yoke, body)
- 16 in/40.5 cm or Double Pointed Needles (DPNs) (sleeves)
- Straight needles (for back of shawl collar)
- DPN (to hold STS for collar)
Or knitting needles needed to obtain correct gauge

Notions

6 stitch markers (2 different color to mark shawl collar)
Tapestry needle to weave in ends
Waste yarn to hold sleeves
Tape measure
Scissors
10mm Crochet Hook for ribbing edge (optional)

Gauge

10 STS + 13 Rows = 4 in/10 cm on 9mm needles in stockinette stitch

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Ashley Lillis