Crochet Soft Textured Button-Up Cardigan Free Pattern

This crochet cardigan features a soft textured stitch and a simple button-up front. Ideal for beginners, this piece is constructed in two main panels and completed with sleeves, making it a fun and engaging project. Here’s how to make your very own!

Materials Needed:

• #5 bulky yarn (approx. 600 yards)
• 8mm crochet hook
• 5 buttons
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle

Gauge:

8 stitches and 6 rows = 4 inches in textured stitch.

Size:

This pattern is written for sizes XS to XXL. Adjust the foundation chain for a tighter or looser fit.

Stitch Abbreviations:

• ch – chain
• sc – single crochet
• dc – double crochet
• bpdc – back post double crochet
• fpdc – front post double crochet

Instructions:

Back Panel:

1. Ch 80 (adjust for size); join with a slip stitch to form a loop.
2. Round 1: Ch 2, dc in same st, and in each st around (80 dc).
3. Rounds 2-10: Ch 2, *bpdc in next st, fpdc in next st*, repeat from * to * around.
4. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Front Panels (make 2):

1. Ch 40 (adjust for size); join with a slip stitch to form a loop.
2. Round 1: Ch 2, dc in same st, and in each st around (40 dc).
3. Rounds 2-10: Ch 2, *bpdc in next st, fpdc in next st*, repeat from * to * around.
4. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Sleeves (make 2):

1. Ch 30 (adjust for size); join with a slip stitch to form a loop.
2. Round 1: Ch 2, dc in same st, and in each st around (30 dc).
3. Rounds 2-8: Ch 2, *bpdc in next st, fpdc in next st*, repeat from * to * around.
4. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Assembly:

1. Attach the front panels to the sides of the back panel using slip stitches.
2. Sew sleeves to armholes with a tapestry needle.
3. Add buttons to the front of the cardigan at desired intervals.
4. Weave in any remaining ends.

Finishing:

Give your cardigan a light wash and block as necessary to enhance the texture. Your soft textured button-up cardigan is now ready to wear!