Crochet Cardigan Pattern For Breezy Weather

Who knew making a cozy Crochet cardigan could be so simple and fun? This crochet pattern is perfect for anyone looking to add a homemade touch to their closet. With easy steps and basic stitches, you'll find joy in creating something unique and stylish. Let's start making your new favorite piece of clothing today!

Crochet Cardigan For Breezy Weather

Materials:

• White Yarn: 7 skeins (50g, 135m each)
• Black Yarn: 1 skein
• Crochet Hook: 4mm
• Scissors
• Markers
• Needle
• Yarn used: Airu Premium (cotton with acrylic cashmere)

Cardigan Body:

Chain Foundation:

• For size XS/S, chain 29 + 3 (total 32 chains). Adjust the number of chains for larger sizes by adding multiples of 6 + 3 for the start of the row.

Row 1:

• Double crochet into the fifth loop from the hook, making a total of five double crochets. Chain 1, skip 1 loop, make five double crochets. Continue the pattern till the end of the row.

Row 2:

• Chain 1, turn your work. Starting from the second loop, make five single crochets, chain 1, skip 1 loop, and continue with five single crochets. Finish with a last single crochet in the last loop.

Repeat Row 1 & 2 Pattern:

• Continue alternating between Row 1 and Row 2, making sure to finish with a double crochet row for a total of 22 rows before beginning armhole decreases.

Decreases for Armholes:

• Begin making decreases at rows 10 and 14 by removing one stitch from both sides of the cardigan. Follow the pattern as established, making adjustments for the decreases.

Sleeves:

Chain Foundation for Sleeves:

• Chain 53 + 3 to start the row.
• Begin repeating the same pattern as the cardigan body, making decreases starting from row 5 to narrow down the sleeve towards the wrist.
• Total row count for sleeves should be 58 rows or until you reach the desired length.

Joining Parts:

Shoulder Seam:

• Join front and back parts at the shoulder using slip stitches.

Sleeves:

• Attach sleeves to the armholes ensuring that the decreases made align properly with the body of the cardigan.

Finishing:

Edging:

• Add a black edging along the front and the bottom of the cardigan and sleeves.

Ties:

• Crochet chains of 50 or more and create slip stitch rows for ties.