Douglas Cardi

We have a new store sample. Deidre knit the Douglas Cardi for us. This was the first garment from Deidre and she did a great job.

This is the 3rd size. Lynn thought that this size would be way too big for her but it isn’t. The length is great. The sleeves could be shortened a bit. It is big and comfy. We just need to find someone to sew on buttons.

We used Cascade 220 Heathers - this is Kit H. You can make up your own version. For the second, third, fourth and fifth size you need two skeins of each colour. I will play with more combinations next week. 

The Douglas Cardi is a grandpa-style cardigan complete with stripes, big pockets, and a relaxed fit. Named for my father, who is now fondly known as Grandpa Doug to my kiddos, it reminds me of when I spruced up my school uniform with my own grandpa’s golfing cardigan when I was in middle school. I love to amp up my cozy with this sweater no matter the outfit! This sweater is knit from the bottom up with afterthought pockets and a picked up button band.

The pattern can be purchased on Andrea’s website. 

Dad and Lucy are having a relaxing time in Myrtle Beach. This morning they went to the Bark Park. There was rain last night which meant puddles. Lucy laid in all of them. You know how little kids have to walk through the middle of every puddle that they see - that’s Lucy. She’ll go out of her way to find a puddle. Dad had to give her a bath when they got home. He said she was filthy and smelly.