Tulpen is a top-down short-sleeved cardigan inspired by tulips, the national symbol of the Netherlands. Featuring delicate tulip lace motifs and a tulip-shaped knit and purl pattern on the round yoke, this cardigan captures the beauty of spring. The large lace motif around the bottom edge adds a graceful finishing touch. Knit in soft organic cotton, Tulpen is perfect for cool spring days or summer evenings.

Size

XS (S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X) (shown in size S).

Measurements

• Chest: 31 (35, 39, 43, 47, 51, 55) inches / 79 (89, 99, 109, 119, 129, 140) cm.
• Length: 23.25 (24, 25, 26.5, 28.5, 30, 31.5) inches / 59 (61, 63.5, 67.5, 72.5, 76, 80) cm.

Gauge

20 sts/30 rows = 4 x 4 inches (10 x 10 cm) in stockinette stitch.

Materials Needed

• DK weight yarn, approximate yardage varies by size.
• 29-inch (or larger) US #5/3.75mm circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge.
• 1 set US #5/3.75mm double-point needles.
• 5 (5, 5, 6, 6, 6, 7) buttons with a diameter of approximately 0.4 inches (10mm).
• 2 stitch holders.
• Darning needle.

Yarn Used

Mirasol Samp’a [100% organic cotton; 120yd/110m per 50g skein]:

Color: 70T; 6 (6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13) skeins.

Techniques

• Knitting in the round
• Increasing and decreasing
• Buttonholes
• Picking up stitches
• Lace knitting

Pattern Notes

The cardigan is knit from the top down, working back and forth on a circular needle with raglan increases. The tulip lace motifs and yoke shaping provide elegant detailing, and the use of organic cotton makes it ideal for warm weather wear.