Trendy And Comfortable Crochet Cardigan Pattern Free

Wrap yourself in comfort with the beautifully crafted Comfortable Crochet Cardigan Pattern. This design shows a soft, airy texture with a relaxed fit, perfect for layering in any season. The open-front style gives it a casual yet elegant look, while the long sleeves provide warmth without feeling heavy. Its lightweight feel makes it great for daily wear, whether at home or on the go. You can customize the size and color to match your wardrobe. Simple yet stylish, this cardigan is a must-have for anyone who loves cozy, handmade fashion!

Crochet Cardigan Pattern

Materials:

Chunky, budget-friendly yarn (or Category 4: worsted weight or Category 3: light worsted weight)
5 mm hook (for ribbing)
7 mm hook (for main body)
Scissors
Measuring tape
Buttons
Needle and thread for buttons
Yarn or wool needle for weaving in ends

Instructions:

Foundation Row:

Using the larger hook (7 mm), form a slip knot.
Chain 2.
Into the first chain, insert your hook, pull up a loop, yarn over and go through only one loop (this forms a little chain).
Yarn over and go through two loops (this forms your first stitch).
Insert hook into the little chain formed, pull up a loop, yarn over and go through one loop, yarn over and go through two loops (second stitch).
Repeat step 5 until you reach the desired length for the foundation row. Ensure the stitch count is in an odd number for the pattern to work correctly.

Row 1:

Chain 2, turn.
Skip the next stitch, double crochet into the next stitch. Chain 1, skip one stitch, double crochet into the next stitch.
Repeat from * till the end of the row.

Row 2:

Chain 2, turn.
Work puff stitches into all double crochets (yarn over, insert hook into stitch, pull up a loop, elongate the loop, repeat 3 times, yarn over and go through all loops on hook, chain 1).
Skip the chain spaces and work puff stitches into double crochets till the end. Ensure to chain a further one at the end of the row.

Row 3:

Chain 2, turn.
Double crochet above the puff stitch, chain 1, skip 1 chain space. Repeat from * till the end of the row.

Row 4:

Chain 1, turn. Single crochet into each stitch and chain space.

Row 5:

Chain 1, turn. Alternate between single crochet and double crochet into each stitch.

Row 6:

Chain 1, turn. Alternate between double crochet and single crochet into each stitch (double crochet into single crochet and single crochet into double crochet).

Repeat Rows 2 to 6 until you reach your desired length for the panels:

Panels and Assemblies:

Back Panel:

Use the foundation single crochet to start.
Repeat Rows 2 to 6/8 till it matches the shoulder-to-shoulder measurement plus 2 inches (5 cm).

Front Panels:

Work in the same way as the Back Panel, using half the stitches as the Back Panel.
Keep repeating Rows 2 to 6/8 till it covers the same length as the Back Panel.

Seaming and Sleeves:

Align the front panels with the back panel and seam along the shoulders.
Measure the armhole depth (refer to video for size specifics) and mark with stitch markers.
For sleeves, start at the stitch marker for armhole depth and work all around, repeating your stitch pattern (Rows 2 to 6/8).
Continue until the sleeve is 3 inches (7.5 cm) shorter than the desired length.
For ribbing of the sleeve, use the 5 mm hook:
- Chain 11.
- In 2nd chain from hook, single crochet. Continue to end of chain.
- Slip stitch into 3 stitches along the sleeve's edge, turn.
- Repeat this ribbing pattern along the entire bottom edge of the sleeve.
Fasten off.

Bottom Edge and Button Band Ribbing:

Attach yarn to the bottom edge and work single crochets evenly spaced.
For front bands and buttonholes:
- Alternate between single and double crochets working into the back loops.
- At buttonholes, chain 1, skip a stitch (or chain 2 and skip 2 stitches if using larger buttons).
- Continue evenly along the neckline and opposite side.