This front-tie crochet cardigan is a versatile wardrobe staple that blends comfort with style. Designed to be customized to your measurements, it works perfectly with any yarn and hook size, making it ideal for crafters of all levels.
Crochet Front Tie Cardigan
The pattern guides you through creating a flattering V-neckline, optional flared sleeves, and practical front ties that allow for adjustable fit. Whether you’re dressing up for a casual outing or layering for warmth, this cardigan is both functional and fashionable. With easy-to-follow instructions and flexible design, it’s perfect for creating a personalized, handmade piece that complements any wardrobe.
Materials
- Yarn of your choice (tutorial uses 4-ply milk cotton)
- 4 mm crochet hook
- Darning needle
- Stitch markers
- Tape measure
Front Panels
- Starting the Panel: Make a slip knot and chain to your calculated front panel width plus 2 turning chains.
- First Row: Half-double crochet in the third chain from the hook and across the row.
- Subsequent Rows: Chain 2 and turn. Half-double crochet in each stitch. Continue until the decrease point for the tie.
V-Neckline:
- Decrease row: Half-double crochet as usual, performing a half-double crochet decrease when 2 stitches remain.
- Alternate decrease and normal rows on the neckline side until reaching the shoulder.
Shoulder Portion: Add extra rows for the shoulder.
- Repeat to create the second front panel.
Back Panel
- Width: Half of your bust measurement.
- Chain the width, add 2 turning chains, half-double crochet across.
- Continue until the back matches front panels’ length (excluding shoulder rows).
- Shoulder Sections: Count stitches from front panel shoulders.
- Mark same number on back panel sides and crochet rows to match shoulder measurement.
Assembly
- Slip-stitch shoulder seams together.
- Try on and mark armholes with stitch markers.
- Seam sides using single crochet from bottom edge to armhole.
- Turn work right-side out.
Sleeves
- Work in the round starting at the armhole.
- Chain 2 and half-double crochet around. Join with slip stitch.
- Chain 2, turn, half-double crochet in each stitch for new rounds.
- Continue until sleeve reaches elbow.
Optional Flared Sleeve: Alternate increase rows (2 half-double crochets in last stitch) with normal rows until desired length.
- Chain 1, cut yarn, and repeat for second sleeve.
Finishing
- Border and Ties: With right-side out, join yarn at side seam.
- Half-double crochet along bottom and front edges.
- At decrease points, chain for tie length (tutorial uses 70 chains), turn, and slip-stitch back to border.
- Make second tie on opposite side.
- Finish border by slip-stitching to first stitch.
- Weave in all loose ends.
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