Finished Size: 33½ (38, 42½, 47, 51½)" (85 [96.5, 108, 119.5, 131] cm) bust/chest circumference, buttoned. Sweater shown measures 42½"
Waist shaping gives this nearly traditional, slightly boyish Aran cardigan a newly flattering, refreshingly feminine form. The body showcases a diamond cable, an elongated cable, and a twisted rib stitch, elements of which are subtly echoed in the bottom border and sleeves.

Yarn: Reynolds Turnberry Tweed (100% wool; 220 yd [201 m]/100 g): #40 silver, 6 (7, 7, 8, 9) skeins.
Yarn Weight:
Gauge: 18 sts and 22 rows = 4" (10 cm) in St st on larger needles; 24 sts and 24 rows = 4" (10 cm) in fancy rib on smaller needles.
WPI (Wraps per inch):

Needles: Body and Sleeves—Size 7 (4.5 mm). Ribbing—Size 5 (3.75 mm). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Tapestry needle; six 1" (2.5-cm) buttons.

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Originally Published in Interweave Knits, Winter 2001