Crochet V Neck Cardigan With Buttons Free Pattern

This V Neck Shaped Crochet Cardigan with Buttons is a versatile and comfortable layering piece that’s perfect for everyday wear. The pattern uses simple stitches and clean shaping to create a soft, relaxed fit with a flattering neckline.You can customize the length, sleeve size, and overall fit using your own body measurements, making it suitable for any size.

Crochet V Neck Cardigan

The design features smooth double crochet rows, gentle V neck shaping, and classic ribbing that adds structure and a polished look. It’s a great project for confident beginners and experienced crocheters looking for a simple, customizable garment that works well in any season.

Materials

Yarn of your choice
Hook sizes for body and ribbing
Buttons
Stitch markers
Scissors
Tapestry needle

Preparation and Measurements

Take Bust or Chest, Full Length, and Sleeve Length measurements.
Main Body Length to Armpit is calculated by subtracting 2 inches for ribbing and 9 inches for armhole depth from the Full Length.
Front Panel Width is Bust divided by 4.
Back Panel Width is Bust divided by 2.
Double Crochet is used for the main body.
Slip Stitch or Single Crochet with a smaller hook is used for ribbing.

Front Panels Make 2

Main Body Up To Armpit

Chain the length needed for your Front Panel Width.
Block the second chain from the hook, chain 2, and work 1 Double Crochet into the blocked chain and each chain across.
Chain 3, turn, skip the first stitch, and work 1 Double Crochet across.
Repeat until the panel reaches the Length to Armpit.

V Neck Shaping

Chain 3, turn, work a Double Crochet Two Together over the second and third stitches, then Double Crochet into remaining stitches.
Chain 3, turn, Double Crochet to the last two stitches and work a Double Crochet Two Together.
Chain 3, turn, and work normal Double Crochet stitches across.
Repeat the sequence of two reduction rows and one normal row until the panel reaches full length.
Fasten off.

Back Panel

Chain the length needed for the Back Panel Width.
Work Double Crochet rows by chaining 3, turning, and working Double Crochet across.
Continue until the Back Panel matches the row count of the Front Panels.
Fasten off.

Sleeves Make 2

Chain the length needed for your sleeve.
Chain 1 more, turn, work 13 Slip Stitches, then 1 Single Crochet, then 1 Half Double Crochet and mark it, then Double Crochet in remaining chains.
Chain 3, turn, Double Crochet to the marked stitch, work 1 Half Double Crochet, then 1 Single Crochet in the next stitch back loop only, then 13 Slip Stitches back loop only, chain 1.
Work 13 Slip Stitches back loop only, 1 Single Crochet back loop only, 1 Half Double Crochet in both loops of marked stitch, then Double Crochet across.
Repeat both rows until the desired sleeve width is reached.

Joining The Cardigan

Shoulders

Align one Front Panel with the Back Panel.
Use Single Crochet to join across the shoulder.
Repeat on the second side.

Sleeves To Armhole

Turn the cardigan inside out.
Center the sleeve on the shoulder seam.
Work 2 Single Crochet into each Double Crochet row to attach the sleeve around the armhole.

Side And Under Sleeve Seam

Start at the wrist with wrong sides facing out.
Work Single Crochet through matching stitches up to the armpit.
Work 2 Single Crochet into each Double Crochet row down the body.
Repeat for the other side.

Ribbing

Bottom Ribbing

Attach yarn to the bottom edge and chain 13.
Work 12 Slip Stitches starting from the second chain.
Slip Stitch twice into the cardigan edge to join, then turn.
Work Slip Stitches in back loop only across, chain 1, turn.
After every two ribbing rows, slip stitch twice again into the body.
Continue until the bottom edge is fully ribbed.

Front And Neckline Ribbing With Buttonholes

Work a full Single Crochet border around the opening.
Place 1 Single Crochet into ribbing stitches, 2 Single Crochet into each Double Crochet row, and 1 Single Crochet across the neckline.
Mark button spacing along one front edge.
Work Slip Stitch ribbing as done on the bottom.
For a buttonhole row, work Slip Stitches back loop only, chain 2, skip 2 stitches, then continue Slip Stitch back loop only.
On the next row, work 2 Single Crochet into the chain space and continue normally.
Continue ribbing around the neckline and front opening.