Cuddle Cardigan - Free Crochet Sweater Pattern
Crocheting a cuddle cardigan is a great way to create a cozy and comfortable sweater that you can wear all year round. Here's how to create your own cuddle cardigan:
Materials Needed
* Medium weight yarn (about 1200 yards)
* Crochet hook (size J/6mm)
* Stitch markers
* Scissors
* Tapestry needle
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Begin by making a chain that measures approximately 41 inches long. This will be the foundation chain for the back panel of the cardigan.
2. Work single crochet stitches into the second chain from your hook and continue to work single crochet stitches all the way across the chain. Once you reach the end of the chain, turn your work and chain one.
3. Work single crochet stitches into each stitch across the row. Repeat this row until your piece measures approximately 15 inches long.
4. Next, create two front panels. Make a chain that measures approximately 20 inches long. Work single crochet stitches into the second chain from your hook and continue to work single crochet stitches all the way across the chain. Repeat this row until your piece measures approximately 15 inches long.
5. Once you have completed the two front panels, it's time to join them to the back panel. To do this, fold the back panel in half lengthwise, and place a stitch marker at the top of each shoulder. Then, place a stitch marker on each front panel to indicate where the shoulders will be.
6. With the right sides facing each other, join the back panel to the front panels by single crocheting across the top of each shoulder. Once you have completed the shoulders, you should have a rectangle with two armholes in the middle.
7. To create the sleeves, make a chain that measures approximately 12 inches long. Work single crochet stitches into the second chain from your hook and continue to work single crochet stitches all the way across the chain. Repeat this row until your sleeve measures approximately 12 inches long.
8. Once you have completed one sleeve, attach it to the armhole of the cardigan by single crocheting around the opening. Repeat this step to attach the second sleeve.
9. Finally, create a collar for the cardigan by working single crochet stitches around the entire neckline. You can make the collar as wide or narrow as you like.
Finishing Touches
Once you have completed all of the crocheting, it's time to add the finishing touches. Weave in any loose ends and trim the excess yarn. Then, give your cardigan a good blocking to help it keep its shape.
Congratulations! You have now created your very own cuddle cardigan. It's the perfect sweater to cozy up in on a chilly day or to wear over a summer dress on a cool evening. Enjoy your new creation!