[How to knit] Men’s subdued zipper cardigan

By simply knitting the masculine, subdued, mottled dyed yarn, the beautiful and colorful expression of the yarn is brought out. The placket has a zipper, giving it a stylish and not a formal impression.

We named this cardigan the “Shibuzaku Zipper Cardigan” because of the feeling of bitterness and masculinity blooming, and the sense of crunchy knitting of thick threads; Zaku-Zaku.

Features of “Shibuzaku Zipper Cardigan”

Using dark-colored yarn (Noro’s “Ayatsumugi”) with beautiful mottled dyeing, and knit with stocking stitch, which allows stitches to appear naturally to make the yarn look even more beautiful.
In addition to the mottled dyeing, thicker yarn is chosen, and the hem is decorated with 2×2 rib to emphasize the rugged feel.
Collar has folded 2×2 rib to form a double stand-up collar, creating a masculine silhouette while ensuring warmth.
Sleeve has a set-in sleeve style and gives tough or serious impression.
Zipper is used on the placket to add a stylish atmosphere without being too methodical.

First of all, we will show you photos of the completed “Shibuzaku Zipper Cardigan”, and then we will explain in detail how to knit it along with the knitting drawings.

Completed photos of Shibuzaku Zipper Cardigan

This cardigan is knitted with simple stocking stitch to take advantage of the mottled dyed yarn, which has the subdued brown base and colorful accents. The stylish zip-up design suits this yarn.

The brown cardigan peeks out from under a black coat. Gives an impression of a warm and dandy personality.

It’s warm even when worn outdoors, and blends well with the natural background.

How to knit Shibuzaku Zipper Cardigan

Preraration

Yarn
- Noro Ayatsumugi 100g/160m）：Color82　7pieces（total700ｇ）
Needle
- 4.8, 5.4mm single pointed needles
- 5mm crochet hook
Zipper
- open zipper 70cm
Guage
- stocking stitch 15stitches x 23rows（10cm square）

How to knit

For back body, cast on 86 stitches with 2×2 rib cast on, and knit up 2×2 rib. Next, knit up stocking stitch. Knit armholes and neckline while decreasing stitches, if the stitches are decreased by two or more, bind off them. Knit shoulders with short row knitting.

knitting drawing of men's cardigan "Shibuzaku Zipper Cardigan"

For right front body, cast on 42 stitches with 2×2 rib cast on, and knit up 2×2 rib. Next, knit up stocking stitch. Knit armholes and neckline while decreasing stitches, if the stitches are decreased by two or more, bind off them. Knit shoulders with short row knitting.

Knit left front body symmetrically with the right front body.

Match up shoulder with pulling out stitches on far side and binding off.

For collar, knit 74 stitches from neckline, knit up 2×2 rib. Remain the edge.

For placket, crochet single crochet while picking up edges of front body and collar. Sew zipper on placket with half backstitch. Edge of zipper backing fabric is sewn on wrong side of knitted fabric with blind stitch to prevent it from showing on outer fabric.

After attaching zipper, fold collar in half, sew collar edge on inside of neckline while picking up remained stitches. Sew sides of collar.

For sleeve, cast on 42 stitches with crochet provisional cast on, knit up stocking stitch while increasing stitches. Knit sleeve cap while decreasing stitches, if the stitches are decreased by two or more, bind off them. Bind off.

For armhole, pick up 34 stitches while unravelling crochet provisional cast on, knit 2×2 rib. 2×2 rib bind off.

Knit two sleeves for right and left.