Colorful Flower Inspired Crochet Granny Cardigan Pattern

Creating a Crochet Granny Cardigan involves crafting a cozy and stylish piece using the classic granny square technique. This process starts by crocheting multiple granny squares - simple yet versatile patterns made in rounds – and then joining these squares together to form the body and sleeves of the cardigan. The beauty of this project lies in its customization options; you can choose various colors and yarn types to create a truly unique garment. Once all the squares are connected, finishing touches like adding a border or buttons can personalize the cardigan further. This pattern is perfect for crocheters looking to blend traditional techniques with modern fashion.

Crochet Granny Cardigan Pattern

Crochet Granny Cardigan Pattern Details

Yarn Requirements and Sizes:

Red Heart® Granny Square All in One™ (8.8 oz/250 g; 417 yds/381 m)
- Contrast A: Aran Warm Wheat (2010) or Aran Cream (2015)
  - XS/S/M/L: 4 balls
  - XL/2/3XL: 4 balls
  - Yardage: XS/S/M/L: 1315/1196 yds/m, XL/2/3XL: 1620/1474 yds/m
Red Heart® Super Saver (7 oz/198 g; 364 yds/333 m)
- Contrast B: Aran (0313)
  - XS/S/M/L: 1 ball
  - XL/2/3XL: 1 ball
  - Yardage: XS/S/M/L: 230/209 yds/m, XL/2/3XL: 300/273 yds/m

Tools:

Size U.S. I/9 (5.5 mm) Susan Bates® Silvalume® crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge.
Susan Bates® yarn needle.
1 button – 1" [25 mm].

Sizing:

To fit chest measurement XS/S/M/L: 28-42" [71-106.5 cm], XL/2/3XL: 44-54" [112-137 cm]
Finished chest: XS/S/M: 48" [122 cm], XL/2/3XL: 60" [152.5 cm]

Gauge:

Motif = 6" [15 cm] square.

ABBREVIATIONS

Beg = Beginning
Ch = Chain(s)
Cont = Continue(ity)
Dc = Double crochet
Hdc = Half double crochet
Rep = Repeat
Rnd(s) = Round(s)
RS = Right side
Sc = Single crochet
Sl st = Slip stitch
Sp(s) = Space(s)
St(s) = Stitch(es)
Tog = Together
WS = Wrong side
Yoh = Yarn over hook

Instructions:

The instructions are written for size XS/S/M/L. Changes for larger sizes (XL/2/3XL) are indicated alongside in parentheses. Numbers for each size are shown in the same color throughout the pattern. If only one number is given in black, it applies to both sizes.

Notes for Using Red Heart® Granny Square All in One™ Yarn:

Motifs begin with Color 1 (shortest color rep) from the center of pull-skein, leaving a 4" [10 cm] tail to weave in.
Each color aligns with 1 round (rnd) in the Motif with a total of 5 colors.
Adjustments may be necessary if too much or too little color is left at the end of a rnd. To correct, pull back some stitches (sts) and adjust the gauge either by loosening or tightening to re-work sts and finish at the color change.
Upon completion of Motif, cut yarn where Color 5 (longest color rep) ends, leaving a tail for weaving in. Begin the next Motif with Color 1 and repeat the process for each Motif.

Motif Instructions:

Number of Motifs: Make 21 for sizes XS/S/M/L and 36 for XL/2/3XL using yarn A.

General Notes for Motifs:

Ch 3 at the beginning of a round counts as a double crochet (dc).
Ch 6 at the beginning of rounds counts as dc and chain-3 space (ch-3 sp).
Join all rounds with a slip stitch (sl st) to the third chain of ch-6 unless indicated otherwise.

Creating a Motif:

Start: With Color 1, chain (ch) 4. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first chain to form a ring. Refer to the diagram on page 4 for guidance.
1st Round (Right Side - RS): Ch 6. Make (3 double crochet (dc), ch 3) three times in the ring. Add 2 dc in the ring. Join.
2nd Round: Sl st in ch-3 sp. Ch 6. 3 dc in the same ch-3 sp. *Ch 1. (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in the next ch-3 sp. Repeat from * twice more. Ch 1. 2 dc in the first ch-3 sp. Join.
3rd Round: Sl st in ch-3 sp. Ch 6. 3 dc in the same ch-3 sp. *Ch 1. 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in the next ch-3 sp. Repeat from * twice more. Ch 1. 3 dc in the last ch-1 sp. Ch 1. 2 dc in the first ch-3 sp. Join.
4th and 5th Rounds: Replicate the steps of the 3rd round with variations in the ch-1 space distributions and finalize by joining and fastening off.

Sleeve Construction:

Sleeves Notes:

Use yarn A as ‘self-striping’ yarn allowing colors to naturally transition.
Ch 2 at the beginning of a row does not count as a stitch.

Starting the Sleeve:

Foundation: For sizes XS/S/M/L, chain 39; for XL/2/3XL, chain 49.
1st Row (RS): Make 1 single crochet (sc) in the 2nd chain from the hook and 1 sc in each chain to the end. Turn your work. You should have 38 (48) sc.
2nd Row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc to the end of the row. Repeat this row twice.
Proceed with Sleeve Pattern:
- 1st Row (RS): Ch 2. Make 1 half double crochet (hdc) in the first sc. *2 hdc in the next sc, skip the next sc. Repeat from * to the last 2 sc. 2 hdc in the next sc, 1 hdc in the last sc. Turn your work. You should have 18 (23) groups of 2 hdc.
- 2nd Row: Ch 2. Make 1 hdc in the first hdc. Skip the first group of 2 hdc. *Make 2 hdc in the space between the next 2 groups of hdc. Repeat from * across to the last group of 2 hdc. Skip the last group of 2 hdc. Make 1 hdc in the last hdc. Turn your work.

Shaping the Sleeves:

1st Row: Ch 2, 2 hdc in the first hdc, 2 hdc in space (sp) between the first hdc and the first group of 2 hdc. *2 hdc in sp between the next 2 groups of hdc. Repeat from * to the last group of 2 hdc, 2 hdc in sp between the last group of hdc and the last hdc, 2 hdc in the last hdc. Turn.
2nd Row: Ch 2, 1 hdc in the first hdc. Skip the next hdc. *2 hdc in sp between the next 2 groups of hdc. Repeat from * to the last group of 2 hdc. Skip the next hdc, 1 hdc in the last hdc. Turn.
3rd Row: Ch 2, 1 hdc in the first hdc. Skip the first group of 2 hdc. *2 hdc in sp between the next 2 groups of hdc. Repeat from * to the last group of 2 hdc. Skip the last group of 2 hdc, 1 hdc in the last hdc. Turn.
Repeat: the last 3 rows 9 (for smaller sizes) or 8 (for larger sizes) times more. You should have a total of 28 (for smaller sizes) or 32 (for larger sizes) groups of 2 hdc by the end.

Continuing Evenly:

1st Row: Ch 2, 1 hdc in the first hdc, 2 hdc in sp between the first hdc and the first group of 2 hdc. *2 hdc in sp between the next 2 groups of hdc. Repeat from * to the last group of 2 hdc, 2 hdc in sp between the last group of hdc and the last hdc, 1 hdc in the last hdc. Turn.
2nd Row: Ch 2, 1 hdc in the first hdc. Skip the first group of 2 hdc. *2 hdc in sp between the next 2 groups of hdc. Repeat from * to the last group of 2 hdc. Skip the last group of 2 hdc, 1 hdc in the last hdc. Turn.
Repeat: the last 2 rows until the sleeve measures 19 inches (for larger sizes) or 17 inches (for smaller sizes).
Finish Off: Fasten off the yarn once you've reached the desired length.

Finishing and Assembly of the Body/Motifs:

Once all motifs are completed and the sleeves are crocheted following the specifications above, you can move on to assembling the garment.

Assembly Diagram: Reference the Assembly Diagram on page 4 for how to arrange the motifs.
Sewing Motifs Together: Use yarn B for sewing the motifs together. Sew through the back loops only using a whipstitch to join the motifs as shown in the assembly diagram. This technique ensures a neat and attractive finish.
Other Finishings: After joining all the motifs according to the assembly instructions, you may have additional finishing steps such as sewing in loose ends, blocking the garment for shape, or adding buttons or closures if the design requires them.

Adding the Finishing Touches to Your Crochet Project (Sizes XS/S/M/L)

Back Neck Half Motif:

To fill in the back neck space of your garment, you'll create a Back Neck Half Motif that matches the full motifs already made.

Colors:

Color 1
Color 2
Color 3
Color 4
Color 5

Back Neck Half Motif Instructions:

With Color 1:
- Ch 4. Join with sl st to form a ring.
- 1st row (RS): Ch 3. 1 dc in ring. Ch 3. 3 dc in ring. Ch 3. 2 dc in ring. Fasten off.
With Color 2:
- 2nd row: Join with sl st to top of ch 3 from the previous row. Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1). *(3 dc. Ch 3. 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp. Ch 1. Repeat from * once more. Skip the next dc. 1 dc in the last dc. Fasten off.
With Color 3:
- 3rd row: Join in 3rd ch of ch 4 from the previous row. Ch 3. 1 dc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 3. 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp. Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 3. 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp. Ch 1. 1 dc in next ch-1 sp. 1 dc in the last dc. Fasten off.

With Color 4:

- 4th row: Join to top of ch 3 from the previous row. Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc and ch 1). 3 dc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 3. 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) twice. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 3. 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp. Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. Miss the next dc. 1 dc in the last dc. Fasten off.
With Color 5:
- 5th row: Join in 3rd ch of ch 4 from the second row. Ch 3. 1 dc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 3. 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp. (Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp) three times. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 3. 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp. Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. 1 dc in next ch-1 sp. 1 dc in the last dc. Fasten off.

Assembly of Back Neck Half Motif:

Sew the Back Neck Half Motif in position at the center back using yarn B. Stitch through the back loops only with a whip stitch to secure it in place.

Sleeve Placement for Sizes XS/S/M/L:

Place markers on the side edges of the sleeves, 3 inches (7.5 cm) down from the top edge.
Sew in the sleeves to the body, positioning the side edges of the sleeves just above the markers along the armhole edge of the body to create square armholes.
Sew the sleeve seams last.

Adding the Finishing Touches to Your Crochet Project (Sizes XL/2/3XL)

Sleeve Placement for Sizes XL/2/3XL:

After the motif assembly, you will have side seams and the neck edge open.
Place markers on the side edges of the body 10 inches (25.5 cm) down from the shoulders.
Sew in sleeves between these markers.
Sew side and sleeve seams afterward.

Both Sizes: Neck Edging:

1st row (RS): Join yarn A with a sl st at the lower corner of the Right Front. Work 1 row of sc evenly up the Right Front, across the Back neck, and down the Left Front to the opposite corner. Turn.
2nd row: Ch 1. Sc in each sc to the end of the row. Turn.
3rd row: Ch 1. Sc in each sc up to the buttonhole marker. Ch 2 (creating a buttonhole by skipping the next 2 sc). Continue sc in each sc to the end of the row. Turn.
4th row: Ch 1. Sc in each sc and 2 sc in the ch-2 space (buttonhole space) to the end of the row. Fasten off.

Final Assembly:

Sew a button on the Left Front edging to correspond with the buttonhole.

With this guidance, you should be able to create the Back Neck Half Motif, assemble the sleeves, and add the neck edging to complete your crochet project. Enjoy your beautifully crafted garment!

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