Bloch Ness knitting pattern

Description

This classic unisex cardigan in nine sizes (XS/S/M/L/1X/2X/3X/4X/5X) has a relaxed fit and a sleek look when knit in a soft yarn blend. Seams accented with ribbed detail draw the eye upward, while dramatically deep button bands create a focal point at center front to continue a flattering line. The collar can be worn standing up or folded down. Its five simple pieces are knit flat, bottom-up and seamed, making this garment a very portable, quick knitting project.

Buttons: 6(6, 6, 6, 7)[7, 7, 7, 7] buttons that measure .75 to 1.0 inch/2.0 to 2.5 cm in diameter 
Suggested Yarns: Stone Soup DK, Better Breakfast DK, Kent DK, or any soft DK/light worsted yarn that knits to pattern gauge 
   

Substituting yarn and/or needles may result in an overall variation in size, drape, and yardage requirement.

Finished Size: 34.25(37.75, 41.25, 45, 48.5)[52, 55.5, 59, 62.75] inches/87(96, 105, 114, 123)[132, 141, 150, 159] cm around chest (buttoned) to fit with 4 to 6 inches of ease

Yarn Requirements: 1300(1425, 1575, 1700, 1825)[2000, 2150, 2300, 2475] yards/1200(1325, 1425, 1550, 1675)[1825, 1975, 2125, 2250] meters

Gauge: 
19 sts and 27 rows = 4 inches in stockinette on larger needles (unblocked)18 sts and 31 rows per = 4 inches in pattern on larger needles (washed and dried flat)
Needles:
size 8US (5.0 mm) for body (or size to obtain correct gauge)size 7US (4.5 mm) for hems, cuffs, and front bands (or one size smaller than body needle)