How To Make Crochet Turtleneck Willow Granny Square Cardigan Tutorial

This Crochet Turtleneck Willow Granny Square Cardigan pattern celebrates the charming blend of classic craftsmanship and contemporary style. This delightful creation is more than just a piece of clothing—it's a warm hug of nostalgia and modern chic that you craft with your very own hands. With its elegant turtleneck and whimsical willow granny square motif, this cardigan is a fashion statement that speaks to the soul of those who appreciate the beauty of handmade treasures.

Crochet Turtleneck Willow Granny Square Cardigan

Materials Needed:

Bea yarn, 100 grams, acrylic, 100 meters.
Recommended hook size: 8-9 mm (but a 7 mm hook is used in the tutorial).

Starting the Granny Square:

Make a loop and chain three. Slip stitch into the first loop to create a circle.

Chain three (counts as your first double crochet).
Work 15 more double crochets into the loop (total of 16 double crochets).
Slip stitch to join at the top of the chain three.

Expanding the Granny Square:

Chain four (where the first three chains count as a double crochet and the fourth chain as a chain one space).
In each space around the circle, work one double crochet and one chain. Repeat until you have 16 double crochets and chain one space. Slip stitch to join.

Creating the Corners:

Chain three as the first double crochet.
In each chain-one space, work two double crochets, then a double crochet in the top of each previous double crochet from the last round.

To start forming corners:

Chain one, then single crochet, chain five, skip two spaces, single crochet in the next to create your first corner.
Repeat the pattern to create four corners.

Final Rounds of the Square:

Continue following the pattern instructions to expand the square, creating more intricate corner designs with each round, until your square reaches the desired size.
The final row instructions detail switching between single and double crochets in the corners and spaces to create a delicate edge around the square.

Making the Cardigan:

Create two large granny squares for the front and back pieces.
Stitch the squares together at the shoulders and sides, leaving openings for the arms and neck.
For the armholes and the bottom of the cardigan, add rows of double crochets to create a ribbed look using front post and back post double crochets.
For the neckline, work a chain that fits loosely around your head.
Single crochet in each chain and then work single crochets in the back loops only for a stretchy ribbed neckpiece.
Slip stitch the ends of the neckpiece together and attach it to the neckline of the cardigan.

Finishing Touches:

The final touches include working on the waist and wrist ribbings by continuing the pattern of front post and back post double crochets.
Optionally, additional rows of single crochets can be added for a more finished look.