This crochet cocoon cardigan pattern is perfect for beginners who want to create a stylish and wearable piece with simple stitches. It is made from one large rectangle using a two-row repeat, then folded and seamed to form a cozy shrug-style cardigan.
Crochet Cocoon Cardigan
The design is versatile, drapes beautifully, and can be customized for different sizes just by adjusting chain counts and length. You can also add ribbed sleeves and a clean single crochet border for a neat and modern finish. Whether you need a light layer for everyday wear or a comfy handmade wardrobe piece, this cocoon shrug is a relaxing and rewarding project.
Materials
- 5 mm crochet hook
- DK weight yarn approx. 5 to 6 balls for S/M
- Foundation chains must be a multiple of 3
- For S/M chain 189 to reach approx 100 cm width
- For L/XL increase starting width to approx 120 cm
Foundation
- Create a slip knot and chain your required multiple of 3.
- For reference chain 189 for S/M size.
Main Body Pattern
Row 1 Double Crochet Row
- Turn work and skip first 3 chains (counts as first DC).
- Work 1 DC in 4th chain from hook.
- Work 1 DC in next chain.
- Chain 1 and skip next chain.
- Work 1 DC in following chain.
- Work 1 DC in next chain.
- Repeat the pattern [chain 1 skip 1 chain 1 DC in next 2 chains] across the row.
- Finish the row by working 1 DC into each of the last 3 chains.
Row 2 Single Crochet Mesh Row
- Chain 1 and turn.
- Work 1 SC in first stitch.
- Chain 2 skip next 2 DC and place 1 SC in the chain space.
- Repeat [chain 2 skip 2 DC SC in chain space] to end.
- Finish with chain 2 skip 2 DC and SC into top of beginning chain.
Continuing Pattern
- Row 3 repeats Row 1.
- Row 4 repeats Row 2.
- Continue alternating Row 1 and Row 2 until length reaches approx 80 cm for S/M size.
- End on a double crochet row before assembly.
Assembly
- Fold rectangle in half lengthwise with wrong side facing outward.
- Measure 18 cm from top folded edge down each side and place marking for armhole.
- Seam from marker to bottom edge on both sides to form sleeves and body shape.
Sleeves Optional Ribbing
- Chain 31.
- Row 1 SC in 2nd chain from hook and across for total 30 SC.
- Rows 2 to 40 chain 1 turn and work SC in BLO across.
- Fold ribbing panel and slip stitch seam to form tube style cuff.
- Repeat to create second cuff.
Attach Sleeves
- Turn cardigan right side out.
- Turn cuff right side out as well.
- Insert cuff into armhole and sew evenly around opening to attach.
Final Border
- Attach yarn anywhere on opening edge and chain 1.
- Work SC around entire opening evenly.
- Continue for 5 rounds or to preferred thickness.
- Slip stitch to join final round cut yarn and weave ends.
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