Make crochet a cozy and stylish cardigan perfect for the chilly months with this guide. The cardigan has a relaxed fit with a medium length that sits just below the belly button, making it a versatile piece for any wardrobe. Whether you’re new to crochet or looking to whip up a quick project, this cardigan is both practical and fashionable.
Cozy Cardigan
Making The Cozy Cardigan
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Chunky yarn (super bulky, number 6) in color "Carousel" or your choice.
- Hook: 10 mm crochet hook.
Pattern Instructions
Back Panel
- Chain: For size medium-large, chain 55. (Other sizes will have different chain lengths - refer to the video for specifics.)
- Row 1: Start by making a single crochet in the second chain from the hook. Next, make a half double crochet in the next chain. Continue alternating single crochet and half double crochet until the end of the chain. You should end with a half double crochet.
- Row 2 onwards: Chain 1, turn your work. Repeat the pattern from Row 1 (i.e., single crochet in the first stitch, half double crochet in the next) until you reach the end.
- Repeat until you have completed 41 rows for a medium-large size.
Front Panels
- For a medium-large size, chain 22 + 1 (i.e., 23 chains in total).
- Follow the same pattern as the back panel - alternating single and half double crochet rows until you have 41 rows.
- Make sure to leave a long tail at the end of each front panel to seam later.
Sleeves
- Starting the Ribbing:
- Chain 4.
- Single crochet in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across (3 stitches total).
- Chain 1, turn, and make single crochets in the back loop only. Continue this ribbing pattern for 14 rows.
- Main Sleeve Pattern:
- Chain 1, work single crochets along the edge of the ribbing (one single crochet for each row of ribbing).
- After working across, chain 1 and turn.
- Start the main sleeve pattern by working two stitches in each single crochet - alternating single crochet and half double crochet in each stitch.
- For the next row, increase every two stitches by putting two stitches in every second stitch.
- Continue in the established pattern without increases until your sleeve reaches 30 rows or 16 inches long.
Assembly
- Attach Front Panels to Back Panel:
- Fold the back panel in half to find the shoulders.
- Align the front panels with the back panel and slip stitch along the shoulder seams to join them (22 stitches for medium-large).
- Attach Sleeves:
- Align the center of the sleeve with the shoulder seam of the cardigan.
- Slip stitch the sleeve to the body panel, ensuring the rows are evenly matched.
- Seam Sides and Sleeves:
- Seam the sides of the cardigan and the undersides of the sleeves with slip stitches, joining all the way down from the sleeve cuff to the bottom of the cardigan.
- Finishing:
- Weave in all ends securely.
- Block the cardigan for better shape and drape.
Final Words
The cardigan should now be complete and ready to wear. Enjoy your new cozy creation!
For a more detailed visual explanation, you can always refer to the original video tutorial.
