The focus of this classically shaped cardigan is the wide scoopneck topped by a texture and lace band. This band is reminiscent of bejewelled necklaces such as the ones Cleopatra has been depicted wearing, thus the name Alexandria, the Egyptian city from which Cleopatra ruled and died. The cardigan is knit in one piece up to the armholes, then separately for the fronts and back. Set in sleeves are picked up directly from the armholes and worked down to the cuffs to minimize seaming. Woolie Silk is the perfect showcase for this design, with a handdyed sheen from its silk component and resilency and strength from its wool component.

Finished Size: 32½ (34¾, 38, 41¼, 44½, 48½, 52½)” bust circumference. Sample measures 34¾”.

Yarn: Fleece Artist Woolie Silk (65% wool, 35% silk) 100 grams/251 yards (230 meters) – 4 (4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 6) skeins.

Notions: Tapestry needle; stitch holders.

Needles: Body and sleeves – US size 6 circular needles. US size 5 needles for hem. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Gauge: 20 sts and 28 rows = 4” in Stockinette. 21 sts and 30 rows = 4” in Dot stitch.