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Simple Crochet Cardigan Tutorial

Simple Crochet Cardigan Tutorial

by @vivcrochets

Craft

Crochet

Difficulty

Beginner

Yarn Weight

Dk

Hook Size

5.0 mm main, 4.5 mm ribbing

Yardage

1285 yards

Gauge

17 hdc × 14 rows = 4 in

More details

Type

Wearables, Cardigan

Languages

EN

Sizes

one size

Watch on YouTube

About This Pattern

A timeless drop-shoulder crochet cardigan featuring ribbed finishes and worked using just half double crochet stitches throughout. The body and sleeves are made in three main panels and seamed together. Made with Luxe Merino yarn (~1285 yd) using a 5.0 mm main hook and a 4.5 mm hook for the ribbed finishes, this custom-fit design is ideal for beginners.

Techniques & Features

Fabric Characteristics

ribbed / ribbing

Construction

worked flatseamed

Pattern Instructions

written patternvideo tutorial
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