Inspired by the Japanese Boro and Sashiko techniques, Natasja Hornby's Nexxus design embodies tradition with a modern twist. Boro, meaning ‘tattered’ in Japanese, breathes new life into textiles by stitching them together in a patchwork style. Sashiko, known for its delicate ‘little stitches’, adds both beauty and functionality to garments. The Nexxus cardigan mimics the look and feel of these ancient techniques by using mosaic and slip stitch knitting. The elegant welts framing each section, add both aesthetic and structural depth to the design.

SIZES

Finished bust measurements:
92.5 (102.5, 113.5, 123.5) {131, 141, 151.5, 161.5} cm
36.5 (40.5, 44.75, 48.75) {51.5, 55.5, 59.75, 63.75}”

The cardigan, which has dolman sleeves, is designed to have a comfortable fit around the upper body, with approx 10 - 15 cm / 4 - 6” of positive ease around the bust.
Sample is shown in size 2, with body shaping, and has 12.5 cm / 5” of positive ease around the bust.

Please note: The original Nexxus pattern uses 4 colours while our kits are for 3-colour versions. The colour in the left of each photo represents MC CC1, the center colour is CC2, and the colour on right is CC3 (used for the slip stitch "welts" trimming the cardigan).

MATERIALS

Kits include the number of skeins of  indicated by size range below. 

Sizes 1-2: MC CC1 - 3 skeins / CC2 - 1 skein / CC3 - 1 skein
Sizes 3-4: MC CC1 - 4 skeins / CC2 - 1 skein / CC3 - 1 skein
Sizes 5-8: MC CC1 - 5 skeins / CC2 - 2 skeins / CC3 - 1 skein

PATTERN

Pattern not included; it can be purchased and downloaded from Ravelry .