Shimmer & Style: Knitting the Sparkle Cardigan

There’s something magical about seeing hand-dyed yarns come to life in a finished garment, and this knit sample is no exception. Created as part of a collection pieces we brought along with us to h+h Americas 2025, the Sparkle Cardigan by Joji Locatelli beautifully showcases the elegance and versatility of our SweetGeorgia CashLuxe Spark yarn. With a delicate stellina shimmer and luxurious blend of cashmere and merino wool, this sparkly, hand-dyed yarn transforms a classic cardigan into a dreamy, lightweight layer. It’s perfect for both everyday wear and special occasions.

open front cardigan sweater knit in hand dyed yarn
Sparkle Cardigan knitting pattern in hand dyed yarn

SPARKLING SOCK YARN FOR GARMENTS

While fingering-weight “sock” yarns may be normally thought of for keeping toes warm, this project proves they’re just as stunning in garments. Glittery stellina fibres paired with the softness of cashmere and merino wool produces a beautiful yarn blend. The softness of our SweetGeorgia Cashluxe Spark invites you to to dream of new favourite pieces. Those classic sweaters you want to cozy up in again and again.

The Sparkle Cardigan was designed by Joji Locatelli using our sparkly yarn base, after picking up the yarn while visiting our studio in 2017 (mentioned in Felicia’s vlog here). As Joji shares in the pattern information: “This little cardigan is the perfect companion to any spring fancy outfit. It is worked seamlessly from the top-down in a luxurious yarn that combines softness with sparkles.“

Sparkle Cardigan knitting pattern in hand dyed yarn
Sparkle Cardigan by Joji Locatelli, knit in SweetGeorgia CashLuxe Spark yarn

We would love to see what colours you choose for your own hand-knit Sparkle Cardigan! Let us know in the comments or share your projects with us at the SweetGeorgia Community. We love hearing how designs and hand-dyed colours inspire your own knitting plans.

Back of knit cardigan
Knit shoulder detail

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Sparkle Cardigan knitting pattern in hand dyed yarn
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Sparkle Cardigan in SweetGeorgia CashLuxe Spark

The Sparkle Cardigan is the perfect companion to brighten any outfit. Joji Locatelli's cardi is worked seamlessly, top-down in luxurious and sparkly SweetGeorgia CashLuxe Spark yarn. Choose your favourite shade!
Craft Knitting
Maker Linda Au
Designer Joji Locatelli
Skill Level Intermediate

Equipment

Materials

Instructions

  • To knit the Sparkle Cardigan, download a copy of the pattern from Joji Locatelli on Ravelry.
  • Once your gauge is determined, cast on the required number of stitches for your size. Place a marker for the beginning of the round and follow the instructions for knitting the neck edge.
  • Work the yoke increases and design instructions as listed in the pattern.
  • Divide the stitches into sleeves and body, while at the same time casting on new stitches at each underarm as instructed.
  • Work in the pattern stitch until the sweater measures reaches the desired length.
  • Work rib hem and bind off in established rib pattern.
  • Follow the sleeve instructions and repeat for the second sleeve.
    close up of knit sleeve in CashLuxe Spark hand dyed yarn with sunlight peeking through
  • Weave in ends and wet block cardigan to finished measurements. Enjoy!
    open front cardigan sweater knit in hand dyed yarn

Notes

Regarding the yardage listed for this project, Linda followed the size 3 directions and buttons were omitted from the button band.
Pattern information from designer Joji Locatelli:
This little cardigan is the perfect companion to any spring fancy outfit. It is worked seamlessly from the top-down in a luxurious yarn that combines softness with sparkles.
 

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