Elegant Lacy Layered Cardigan

Materials:

• #4 Worsted weight yarn (approximately 800 yards)
• 5.5mm (I-9) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle

Gauge:

16 double crochets x 9 rows = 4 inches

Size:

This pattern is designed for sizes S/M, L/XL, and 2X/3X. Adjustments can be made by adding or subtracting stitches in multiples of 4.

Instructions:

Back Panel

1. Chain 100 (or adjust for your size).
2. Row 1: Double crochet in 4th chain from hook and in each chain across. Turn.
3. Row 2: Chain 3 (counts as first dc), *skip 2 dc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next dc; repeat from * across. Turn.
4. Row 3: Chain 3, dc in each dc and ch-2 space across, adjusting to maintain stitch count. Turn.
5. Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until you reach 25 inches or desired length. Fasten off.

Front Panels (Make 2)

1. Chain 50 (or adjust for your size).
2. Row 1-5: Repeat back panel instructions for 5 rows.
3. Continue with Row 2 and 3 until reaching 25 inches. Fasten off.

Sleeves (Make 2)

1. Chain 40 (or adjust for desired sleeve width).
2. Row 1: Double crochet in 4th chain from hook and in each chain across. Turn.
3. Row 2: Chain 3, *skip 2 dc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next dc; repeat across. Turn.
4. Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until sleeve length is about 16 inches or desired length. Fasten off.

Assembly

1. Join the front panels to the back panel at the shoulders using slip stitches.
2. Attach sleeves to the armholes, ensuring they sit comfortably on the body.
3. Optionally, add a lace trim around the bottom edge of the cardigan for extra elegance.

Finishing

Weave in all ends and block the cardigan as needed.

Enjoy your new Elegant Lacy Layered Cardigan!