The Cozy Crochet Hooded Cardigan Pattern is the perfect blend of warmth and style. This pattern creates a soft, oversized cardigan with a comfy hood, making it great for chilly days. The relaxed fit and long sleeves provide extra coziness, while the textured stitches add a beautiful handmade touch. You can customize the length and colors to match your style.  Whether you're lounging at home or heading out, this cozy hooded cardigan will keep you snug and stylish all season long.

Cozy Crochet Hooded Cardigan Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Yarn of your choice
• Crochet hook (appropriate size for your yarn)
• Stitch markers
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Abbreviations:

• ch: chain
• dc: double crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)
• rep: repeat
• sk: skip
• dc2tog: double crochet two stitches together

Instructions:

Back Panel:

1. Foundation Chain:
   • Begin with a slip knot.
   • Chain a length that matches your desired cardigan length, in multiples of 4, plus 1 additional chain.
2. Row 1:
   • Work a row of double crochets (dc) into the back bumps of the chain. Begin in the 4th chain from the hook. Continue to the end of the row.
3. Row 2: (Pattern Setup Row)
   • Chain 3 (counts as first dc), turn.
   • Sk 1 st, 3 dc into next st, sk 2 sts, 3 dc into next st; rep from * to end.
   • Finish with a dc in the top of the turning chain.
4. Row 3:
   • Chain 3 (counts as first dc), turn.
   • Work (dc, ch 1, dc) in the middle dc of the 3-dc cluster below.
   • Continue this pattern to the end of the row.
5. Row 4:
   • Chain 3 (counts as first dc), turn.
   • Work 3 dc in each ch-1 space across.
   • Finish with a dc in the top of the turning chain.
6. Row 5:
   • Chain 3 (counts as first dc), turn.
   • Work dc in each st across.
   • This row is essentially a solid row of dc.
7. Row 6:
   • Repeat Row 5.
8. Continue Repeats:
   • Repeat Rows 2 to 6 until the panel measures your shoulder-to-shoulder measurement plus 2 inches.

Front Panels (Make Two):

1. Foundation Chain:
   • Begin at the bottom of one side of the back panel.
   • Chain 3 and work dc along the side to the armhole depth marker.
2. Front Panel Pattern Rows:
   • Work in the same pattern as established for the back panel (rows 2 – 6) until each front panel matches half of the back panel’s width.

Joining Shoulders:

1. Seaming:
   • Align the front panels with the back panel along the shoulders.
   • Seam the shoulder edges together using the yarn needle.

Hood:

1. Foundation Row:
   • Attach yarn at the neckline.
   • Work dc around the neckline evenly.
2. Pattern Rows:
   • Work in the established pattern from the back panel.
   • Continue until the hood measures from the neckline to the top of the head.
3. Shaping:
   • Fold the hood in half and seam the top edge together.

Sleeves (Make Two):

1. Foundation Row:
   • Attach yarn at the underarm.
   • Chain 3 and work dc around the armhole evenly in multiples of 3.
2. Pattern Rows:
   • Follow the pattern established for the back panel (rows 2 – 6).
   • Work decreases in the dc rows (every few rows, work dc2tog at the start, middle, and end of the row).
3. Edging:
   • Work alternating front post and back post double crochets around the sleeve cuff for a ribbed effect. Repeat this for three rounds.

Edge of Cardigan:

1. Foundation Row:
   • Attach yarn at the bottom edge of the cardigan opening.
   • Work dc evenly around the entire opening and hood edge.
2. Edging Rows:
   • Alternate front post and back post double crochets for the edging.

Pockets:

1. Foundation Chain:
   • Chain 24 plus 1.
2. Pattern Rows:
   • Work in the same pattern as the back panel (rows 2 – 6) until desired pocket size is achieved.
3. Attachment:
   • Sew the pockets onto the cardigan.

Finishing:

1. Weave in all ends.
2. Block your cardigan if needed.

That's it! You now have a detailed and precise pattern to follow along with the video. Enjoy your crochet project!