Description

Leaf Panel Cardigan – 1960s Knitting Pattern: Instant PDF Download

Sizes: 12–14 and 16–18 (fits bust 32–38″)

Some vintage knitting patterns capture a particular moment in mid-century style so perfectly that they never really go out of fashion. This classic women’s cardigan pattern — Style No. 3719 from the Fleisher–Bear Brand–Botany Hand-Knit Favorites collection — is one of them. The body features a richly textured leaf and eyelet pattern panel running up the fronts and back, set against smooth stockinette, with set-in sleeves and a neat ribbed neckline. A rewarding vintage sweater knitting pattern for crafters who appreciate structured, sculptural stitch work.

Design & Construction Details

Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced.
Construction: Worked flat in separate back, left front, right front, and sleeve pieces; seamed at shoulders, sides, and sleeves. Buttonhole bands and neck ribbing worked in finishing.
Finished Measurements after Blocking: Width at bustline (buttoned) 37½” (41½”); back width at underarm 17″ (19″); sleeve width at underarm 12½” (13½”).
Pattern Style: Written in standard US knitting terms, no charts.
Stitches: Stockinette stitch, k1/p1 ribbing, leaf/eyelet panel pattern (slip, k2tog, psso, yarn over), k1/p1 neck ribbing.

Recommended Materials & Tools

Yarn: Worsted weight — 6 × 2 oz skeins (both sizes).
Since the original Bear Brand, Fleisher’s, or Botany Winsomit yarn is discontinued, substitute with modern worsted weight yarn like Patons Classic Wool Worsted Yarn, Lion Brand Worsted Yarn, or Cascade Yarns Worsted.
Knitting Needle Sizes: US 5 / 3.75 mm and US 9 / 5.5 mm straight needles.
Notions: 6 plastic rings (½” diameter) for crocheted buttons; tapestry needle; steel crochet hook size 2 for buttons.
Gauge: 9 sts = 2″ and 6 rows = 1″ on US 9 needles in stockinette stitch; pattern stripe 41 sts = 6½”.

This is a digitally restored PDF knitting pattern

Upon purchase, you will receive an instant digital download — a clean, easily readable PDF. The original vintage instructions have been digitally enhanced, reformatted, and checked for clarity, ensuring a smooth crafting experience from start to finish.