Loop Me In Caridgan Instructions
Settle in, because these videos are going to walk you through the whole thing.
One thing to note: the printed booklet in your kit isn't a standalone guide, it's more of a companion checklist. Watch the videos, tick off each step as you go, and you'll always know exactly where you're up to.
What's in your kit
Instruction booklet & video instructions
Think of this booklet as your progress tracker. The steps line up with the video instructions, and there's a tick box for each row so you can mark it off as you go and never lose your place.
6-12 balls of yarn, depending on your selected size
Meet your yarn — this squishy ball is about to become a beanie. Quick note: because it's a custom 14ply yarn (chunky was the goal), you might find a fluffy knot hiding somewhere in there. If you do, just cut 15cm before it and retie it the right way. There's a video below that shows you how.
10mm & 12mm circular knitting needles
Circular needles might look a little different to what you'd expect, but they work exactly the same as straight knitting needles. The cable connecting them just means your stitches stay secure — no dropping off the end — which makes them perfect for bigger projects like this one.
Darning needle
This is your darning needle — you'll use it at the end to stitch your ends into the scarf. Tuck it somewhere safe for now.
HOW TO UNRAVEL YOUR YARN BALL
A super handy trick before jumping into your project.
FIRST UP, KNITTING A GAUGE SWATCH
Gauge is basically the maths behind your cardigan. It counts how many stitches and rows fit into a 10x10cm square. Too small and things get tight. Too big and you run out of yarn before you run out of cardigan. That's where the gauge swatch comes in. A small knit before the big one, just to check if your tension is too tight, too loose, or (fingers crossed) exactly right.
Now for the fun part. Let's knit a cardigan.
Lost your spot? Use the time guide below to find it.
Step 1: Start with a Slip Knot [00:56]
Step 2: Cast On [01:38]
Step 3: Knit the First Row [8:33]
Step 4: Knit 7 More Rows for Ribbing [18:21]
Step 5: Transition to Larger Needles [22:15]
Step 6: Knit the Main Body [22:25]
Step 7: Shape your Shoulders [34:05]
Step 8: Right Shoulder [39:58]
Step 9: Left Shoulder [43:41]
Step 10: Start with a Slip Knot [47:56]
Step 11: Cast On [48:12]
Step 12: Knit 8 Rows of Ribbing [51:43]
Step 13: Knit the Main Part of the Right Panel [54:59]
Cast Off [57:55]
Step 14: Start with a Slip Knot [59:03]
Step 15: Cast On
Step 16: Knit the Main Part of the Sleeve [59:18]
Step 17: Decrease Stitches (to shape the wrist)[1:01:55]
Step 18: Transition to Smaller Needles [1:03:44]
Step 19: Ribbing for the Cuffs [1:03:59]
Step 20: Join the Shoulder Seams [1:09:29]
Step 21: Attach the Sleeves to the Body [1:19:11]
Step 22: Sew the Side and Sleeve Seams [1:34:38]
Final Step: Weave in the loose ends [1:47:35]
HANDY EXTRA TUTORIALS
Important things you will be wondering as your project progresses.
Run out of yarn on your ball? Time to connect a new one.
ALSO, due to the production process, you may occasionally find a slightly frayed spot in your yarn. We recommend cutting past it and tying the yarn back together — it is a quick fix that makes all the difference to your finished piece. Watch the below video to see how.
Has a stitch dropped off your needle?
Don't ignore it before continuing on. There's an easy way to fix it so you aren't left with a hole in your cardigan. Watch the below video to see how.
Need to undo the stitch you just created?
Easy fix, but leave your fingers out of it and let the needles do the hard work. Watch the below video to see how.
Have an unanswered question?
Please email hello@havingayarn.com.au with an image (if applicable) and your question, and we will get back to you with an answer ASAP. ❤️
