
Modern, Sleek and Textured: A Fashion Forward Granny Square Cardigan
*If you purchase this after 12:00 PM EST on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, I will ship it to you on Monday, September 16, 2024.* This handmade cardigan is a wearable work of art. It is truly a one-of-a-kind piece with elevated styling notes and a sophisticated palette. By paring down the color, adding a boldly contrasting border and focusing on elements like fit and texture, the resulting piece is eye-catching, form-fitting treasure. Every detail of this sweater was subject to scrutiny during each phase of creation, starting with the selection of yarn. I carefully considered which yarns would work best for each section of the cardigan. For example, in high friction places, such as inner arm and torso sides, I used a wool from Germany that will withstand pilling. To counterbalance the inherent weight of this yarn, I selected softer wool blends for places like the nape of the neck and pulse points on the wrist. A side benefit of curating the palette so carefully is that each square has a