Crochet Whimsical Floral Winter Wrap Cardigan Free Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Bulky weight yarn (approximately 400-500 yards)
• Size 9.0 mm (M/N) crochet hook
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors
• Stitch markers

Sizes:

Available in sizes 6-12 years. Follow the size guide for adjusting the pattern.

Stitches Used:

• Chain (ch)
• Single crochet (sc)
• Half double crochet (hdc)
• Double crochet (dc)
• Slip stitch (sl st)
• Front post double crochet (FPdc)
• Back post double crochet (BPdc)
• Color change for floral motif

Gauge:

12 stitches and 7 rows = 4" in double crochet pattern using bulky yarn.

Instructions:

Back Panel:

1. Ch 60 for the back panel. Adjust for size as needed.
2. Row 1: Hdc in the 2nd ch from the hook and across the row. (59 hdc)
3. Row 2: Ch 2, turn. Dc across the row.
4. Repeat Row 2 for 10 more rows to create the body length. Fasten off.

Front Panels (Make 2):

1. Ch 30 for each front panel.
2. Repeat the same pattern as the back panel for 10 rows. Fasten off.

Sleeves (Make 2):

1. Ch 40, hdc across for 12 rows. Fasten off.

Assembly:

1. Join the back and front panels together at the shoulders using slip stitches.
2. Attach sleeves to the armholes using slip stitch.
3. For the floral motif, using a tapestry needle, embroider flowers on the front panels using desired colors.
4. For the border, attach yarn along the entire opening of the cardigan with sc, creating a clean edge.
5. Finish with buttons for closure. Sew them along the center front.

Finishing:

• Weave in any loose ends with the yarn needle.
• Block the cardigan to shape if necessary.

Your whimsical floral winter wrap cardigan is now ready to be worn! Perfect for layering during colder days, your little girl will love this cute and cozy addition to her wardrobe.