Yarn alternatives for Mille Cardigan

by Mille Fournaise

Here you will find yarn alternatives for Mille Cardigan.

How to find a yarn alternative?

In all patterns from Athene Knitwear, you are free to choose the yarn type you prefer. The most important thing is to ensure that the yarn matches the gauge specified in the pattern. This way, you will achieve a finished result that fits the given measurements. However, note that if you choose a different yarn than the original, the final result may have a slightly different finish depending on the yarn's properties.

For Mille Cardigan, the gauge is 21 stitches x 28 rows on 4 mm needles in stockinette stitch.

The pattern is available in the following sizes: XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL).

What can you do to find a budget-friendly yarn alternative for Mille Cardigan?

When we talk about budget-friendly alternatives, you might consider omitting the mohair from the cardigan – it is often the mohair that makes it more expensive.

However, if you, like me, love mohair, you can choose a more budget-friendly option. Personally, I love Drops Kid-Silk, as it combines good quality with an affordable price. Find Drops Kid-Silk here.

Below is an overview of our recommendations for possible yarn alternatives for Mille Cardigan.

Original Yarn:

Materials: 1 strand Arwetta from Filcolana (50 g = 210 m) can be knitted together with 1 strand Midnatssol from CaMaRose (25 g = 212 m), 6 buttons (ø = 20-22 mm).

The colors used in the photos below are:

Quantity:

  • 200-250 (250) 250 (250-300) 300 (300) g Arwetta.
  • 150 (150) 150 (150-175) 150-175 (150-175) g Midnatssol from CaMaRose.

Price (without mohair):

Price (with mohair):

Prices are indicative.

1. Alternative:

Materials: Drops Flora (50 g = 210 m) and Drops Kid-Silk (25 g = 210 m).

Quantity:

  • 200-250 (250) 250 (250-300) 300 (300) g Drops Flora.
  • 150 (150) 150 (150-175) 150-175 (150-175) g Drops Kid-Silk.

Price (without mohair):

Price (with mohair):

Prices are indicative.

2. Alternative:

Materials: 1 strand Pernilla from Filcolana (50 g = approx. 175 m).

Recommendation: Optionally add a mohair strand for a look that resembles the original design. You can find the yarn quantity for a potential mohair strand under the "Original Yarn" section on this page.

The colors used in the photos below are:

Quantity:

  • 250-300 (300) 300 (350-400) 350-400 (400) g Pernilla.

Price (without mohair):

Prices are indicative.

3. Alternative:

Materials: 1 strand Mayflower Easy Care (50 g = approx. 185 m).

Recommendation: Optionally add a mohair strand for a look that resembles the original design. You can find the yarn quantity for a potential mohair strand under the "Original Yarn" section on this page.

Quantity:

  • 250-300 (300) 300 (350-400) 350-400 (400) g Mayflower Easy Care.

Price (without mohair):

Prices are indicative.

4. Alternative:

Materials: 1 strand Drops Baby Merino (50 g = approx. 175 m).

Recommendation: Optionally add a mohair strand for a look that resembles the original design. You can find the yarn quantity for a potential mohair strand under the "Original Yarn" section on this page.

Quantity:

  • 250-300 (300) 300 (350-400) 350-400 (400) g Baby Merino.

Price (without mohair):

Prices are indicative.

Do you have a good yarn alternative for Mille Cardigan?

Then send a message to @atheneknitwear on Instagram or email atheneknitwear@gmail.com with your yarn alternative!!

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