The Elizabeth Cardigan is a beginner friendly crochet project that creates a cozy, stylish layering piece using the beautiful Elizabeth stitch, also known as the mini bean stitch. This pattern is designed to be simple yet visually rich, making it perfect for crocheters who want texture without complicated shaping.
Crochet Elizabeth Cardigan
The cardigan is worked in panels with minimal sewing and can be easily customized for length, sleeve width, and color combinations. Whether you prefer a soft neutral look or playful color blocking, this cardigan adapts beautifully to your personal style and wardrobe needs.
Materials
- Size 2 yarn in acrylic or cotton blend
- 4.0 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Darning needle
- Measuring tape
Sizing and Measurements
- Foundation chain equals bust measurement minus 10 inches
- Chain must be worked in multiples of 4
- Sleeve width equals bicep measurement plus 4 inches
Back Panel
- Work the back panel from the bottom upward
- Skip 3 chains from the hook and work a mini bean stitch in the 4th chain
- Chain 1, skip 1 chain, and repeat the mini bean stitch across the row
- Chain 3 and turn at the end of the row
- Skip the first mini bean and work the next mini bean stitch into the chain 1 space
- Repeat this row until the back panel reaches your desired length
Front Panels and Neckline
- Leave a 4 inch gap in the center of the back panel for the neckline
- Continue the stitch pattern on one side of the gap for the same number of rows as the back panel
- Reattach yarn on the opposite side of the neckline gap
- Repeat the same stitch pattern to complete the second front panel
Sleeves
- Reattach yarn at the armhole opening based on the bicep measurement plus 4 inches
- Work one row of single crochet evenly along the armhole edge
- Begin the mini bean stitch pattern and work evenly in rows
- Continue until the sleeve reaches your desired length, approximately 14 to 17 inches
Assembly
- Fold the cardigan with right sides facing each other
- Sew the side seams from the bottom up to the armhole
- Sew the underside of each sleeve using a mattress stitch or slip stitch
Ribbing
- Work a round of double crochet around each sleeve opening
- Alternate front post double crochet and back post double crochet for about 7 rows
- Attach yarn to the bottom edge and work double crochet evenly across
- Repeat the front post and back post double crochet pattern for the bottom border
- Work the same ribbing pattern along the front edges and around the neckline opening
- Continue ribbing for about 7 rows or until the desired width is reached
This completes the Elizabeth Cardigan using the textured and beginner friendly Elizabeth stitch.
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