Crochet Textured Warmth Layered Cardigan Free Pattern

Materials

• DK weight yarn: 3-4 balls of your choice (Sample uses a blend of soft wool and acrylic for warmth and easy care)
• Hook: Size G (4.0 mm) or size to obtain gauge
• Button: 4 decorative buttons

Gauge

15 stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches in pattern

Finished Measurements

Chest: 28 (30, 32, 34) inches
Length: 15 (17, 19, 21) inches

Stitches Used

• Chain (ch)
• Slip stitch (sl st)
• Single crochet (sc)
• Double crochet (dc)
• Cluster stitch (4 dc together)

Pattern Instructions

Back Panel

1. Ch 61 (67, 73, 79) to create a foundation chain.
2. Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook, sc across (60, 66, 72, 78 sc).
3. Row 2: Ch 2, turn, dc in each sc across. The last st should be a dc. (60, 66, 72, 78 dc)
4. Row 3: Ch 1, turn, *sc in first st, cluster in next st; repeat from * to end.
5. Repeat rows 2 and 3 until the piece reaches the desired length (about 15 (17, 19, 21) inches).

Front Panels (make 2)

1. Ch 31 (35, 39, 43) to create a foundation chain.
2. Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook, sc across (30, 34, 38, 42 sc).
3. Row 2: Ch 2, turn, dc in each sc across (30, 34, 38, 42 dc).
4. Row 3: Ch 1, turn, *sc in first st, cluster in next st; repeat from * to end.
5. Repeat rows 2 and 3 until it matches the length of the back panel.

Sleeves (make 2)

1. Ch 41 (47) for the foundation chain.
2. Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook, sc across (40, 46 sc).
3. Row 2: Ch 2, turn, dc in each sc across (40, 46 dc).
4. Row 3: Ch 1, turn, *sc in first st, cluster in next st; repeat from * to end.
5. Continue until sleeves measure about 12 (14) inches.

Assembly

1. Join the front panels to the back using slip stitches or your preferred method.
2. Sew sleeves to armholes, ensuring a comfortable fit.
3. Add buttons to the front as desired.

Finishing

Weave in all ends and block your cardigan to shape. Enjoy your new layered cardigan!