Loopy Stitch Cardigans & Snood

Jump on the loopy cardigan trend with these fabulous loopy-stitch knits! This pattern includes two stylish cardigan neckline shapes and a coordinating snood, all worked in cozy Aran-weight yarn. Perfect for snuggling up on cooler days or throwing on for an extra layer during summer evenings.

You will need: 1 pair of 4mm (UK 8 - USA 6) knitting needles, a pair of 5mm (UK 6 - USA 8) knitting needles, stitch holders, stitch markers. For V Neck Cardigan: 2 buttons, 2.5cm, 1in. For Round Neck Cardigan: 3 buttons, 2.5cm, 1in.

Round Neck Cardigan
Sizes	81/86 cm 32/34 in	91/97 cm 36/38 in	102/107 cm 40/42 in	112/117 cm 44/46 in	122/127 cm 48/50 in	132/137 cm 52/54 in
Special Aran, Mushroom 1832	8	10	12	14	16	19

Snood
Sizes	80cm 31½in around neck x 14cm 5½in deep
Special Aran, Mushroom 1832	2

V Neck Cardigan
Sizes	81/86 cm 32/34 in	91/97 cm 36/38 in	102/107 cm 40/42 in	112/117 cm 44/46 in	122/127 cm 48/50 in	132/137 cm 52/54 in
Special Aran, Plum 1061	8	10	11	13	16	19

Special Aran

Stylecraft's Special yarns are class leaders, arguably the best 100% premium acrylic yarn on the market with a huge number of colours to choose from. This yarn has a super soft handle, is naturally anti pilling and tough enough to handle being thrown in the washing machine. The Special range includes 4-ply, DK, Aran, Chunky, XL and Baby qualities in a fabulous range of colours to meet every knitter (and crocheters) needs.

Weight: Aran

Composition: 100% Premium Acrylic

Ball Size: 100g

Meterage: 196m/214yds

Wash & Care: Machine washable 30C, cool tumble dry, may dry clean, cool iron