Cozy Bubble Cardigan Pattern

Materials

• Bulky weight yarn, approx. 1000 yards
• Knitting needles US size 10 (6 mm) and US size 11 (8 mm)
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle

Gauge

10 stitches and 12 rows = 4 inches in bubble stitch with larger needles

Abbreviations

• k - knit
• p - purl
• yo - yarn over
• k2tog - knit two together

Instructions

Back

1. Using size US 10 needles, cast on 60 stitches.
2. Knit 2x2 ribbing for 2 inches.
3. Switch to size US 11 needles and begin bubble stitch pattern:
   • Row 1 (RS): *K1, yo, k2tog*; repeat across.
   • Row 2 (WS): Purl all stitches.
4. Continue until the back measures 25 inches from the cast-on edge.
5. Bind off all stitches.

Front (Make 2)

1. Using size US 10 needles, cast on 30 stitches.
2. Knit 2x2 ribbing for 2 inches.
3. Switch to size US 11 needles and begin bubble stitch pattern, same as back.
4. Continue until the front measures 25 inches, ensuring both panels match the back’s length.
5. Bind off all stitches.

Sleeves (Make 2)

1. With size US 10 needles, cast on 28 stitches.
2. Knit 2x2 ribbing for 2 inches.
3. Switch to size US 11 needles and work in bubble stitch pattern.
4. Increase 1 stitch at each end every 8th row until there are 42 stitches.
5. Continue until sleeve measures 18 inches.
6. Bind off all stitches.

Finishing

1. Block all pieces to measurements.
2. Sew shoulder seams.
3. Set in sleeves and sew side and sleeve seams.
4. Pick up and knit stitches along front edges and neckline with US 10 needles.
5. Work in 2x2 ribbing for 2 inches, bind off loosely.
6. Weave in all ends.

Enjoy your new cozy bubble cardigan!