Dreamy Summer Crochet Garden Cardigan Pattern With Cotton Yarn

The Summer Garden Cardigan crochet pattern is your go-to project for creating a stylish and lightweight layer perfect for warmer months. Made with breathable 100% cotton yarn and a simple 3mm hook, this pattern guides you through crafting three clean-cut panels that come together seamlessly for a flattering and breezy look.

Crochet Garden Cardigan

Whether you’re strolling through a farmers market or lounging in your backyard, this cardigan adds effortless charm to any outfit. Its versatility allows for easy size customization, and the textured sleeve detail adds a modern handmade touch. This cardigan is as fun to make as it is to wear.

Materials Needed:

• 100% cotton yarn
• 3mm crochet hook

Panel Creation:

Determine Panel Length

• Choose your desired cardigan length. Multiply that number by 2 to get your panel length.

Example: 24" long cardigan = 48" panel.

Create a Slip Knot

• Make an X with the yarn on your fingers and form a slip knot.

Foundation Double Crochet Stitch

• Chain 4.
• Yarn over, insert hook into first chain through both loops.
• Yarn over, pull through.
• Yarn over, pull through one loop.
• Yarn over, pull through two loops.
• Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
• Repeat until your foundation row matches the panel length.
• Ensure total stitches are a multiple of 3.

 Row 2 – Cluster Pattern

• Chain 1, turn.
• Make a single crochet in the first stitch.
• Insert hook into first strand of the V, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through both loops (this forms a double crochet).
• Skip 1 stitch.

In the next stitch:

• Yarn over, insert hook, yarn over, pull through two loops.
• Repeat 3 more times in the same stitch.
• Yarn over, pull through all five loops.
• Chain 1.
• Skip 2 stitches, repeat cluster pattern.
• Chain 2 after each cluster across the row.

Row 3 – Double Crochet Row

• Chain 1, turn.
• Single crochet in first stitch.
• Double crochet into first strand of V.
• Make 1 double crochet in each chain-1 space and on top of each cluster.
• In each chain-2 space, place 2 double crochets.

Repeat Rows 2 and 3

• Alternate until your panel reaches desired width.

Create Three Panels

• Two large panels: 10" wide each
• One small panel: 4" wide
• All panels should match in length (e.g., 24")

Assembly Instructions:

Sew Panels Together

• Fold the two larger panels in half.
• Sew along the edges, leaving space for armholes.
• Attach the small panel between the two large ones for the back.

Border:

Single Crochet Border

• Work single crochets along the neck, front edges, and bottom edge for a clean finish.

Sleeves:

Single Crochet Round (Row 1)

• Insert hook into armhole edge, yarn over, pull through, and chain 1.
• Work single crochets around the armhole evenly.

Back Loop Single Crochet (Rows 2+)

• Chain 1.
• Work single crochets in the back loops only.
• Repeat for 6–7 rows for a ribbed texture.

Repeat on Other Sleeve

 Finishing Touches:

• Weave in loose ends.
• Block the cardigan as needed for a polished look.