Bordeaux Crochet Cardigan Pattern

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A crochet cardigan pattern is a great project for anyone who loves texture, warmth, and a bit of colorwork. The raised bobbles add a whimsical three-dimensional pattern to the bottom part that instantly elevates even the simplest outfit.

Making one for yourself means you can choose the exact colorway – whether solid or in a combination – that suits you and sets this cardigan apart. What makes a loose-fit cardigan like this one especially appealing is how effortlessly it combines both comfort with style.

You’ll find the free crochet cardigan pattern in the post below, or you can find an ad-free printable PDF (that includes all photo tutorials + schematic), on Ravelry, or Etsy (aff).

Woman wearing a grey crochet cardigan and a yellow top with her arm on a wooden fence.
There’s color, texture, and warmth in this one staple cardigan.

The generous fit of this cardigan allows you to add it to any outfit and all of the extra detailing makes it unique from any other piece you’ll have in your wardrobe. You can crochet it all in one color or customize it into a bold statement piece.

Having a cardigan like this on hand ensures that you’re always warm on a day out. Fold it up and keep it in your car for those unexpected cold evenings, especially when you’re out for a picnic or at the beach.

Related: If you want to make another cardigan with lots of beautiful texture to it, you should check out the Cozy Cabled Crochet Cardigan.

How to Crochet a Sweater

This pattern has a lot of cool things going on in it and you’re sure to enjoy each step, whether that’s adding color or working up some of the textured stitches.

If you haven’t made a crochet cardigan pattern before, not to worry. This one has a very simple construction. You’ll start from the bottom hem and work up to the shoulders in one go. This is the main body of your project.

From here, you’ll then add the sleeves and add the wide collar. At whichever points you want, you can change color to give this cardigan a really personalized look.

Woman wearing a grey crochet cardigan with a yellow top standing in front of a water body.

How To Get The

Bordeaux Crochet Cardigan Pattern

Option 1: Scroll down for the free sweater crochet pattern right here in this blog post.

Option 2: Purchase the ad-free printable PDF from one of my shops:

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Best Yarn for Crochet Sweaters

For crochet sweaters, while there are many options to choose from, I used an acrylic and wool blend yarn. The added wool content gives it extra warmth and makes it the ideal garment for cold winters. Because of the acrylic, it holds its shape well and has good stitch definition, which is especially great for patterns that have ribbing such as this one.

It’s also readily available and can come in a variety of colors which allows you to choose just the right one for whoever is receiving this crochet sweater.

Choosing Which Size to Crochet

To choose your size, look over the size chart below.

  • Fits Bust’ measurement is the measurement of the intended wearer, not the garment’s finished measurement.
  • Finished Bust, Sleeve Length, Cardigan Length & Wrist to Wrist are measurements of the finished garment.
  • Cardigan length is measured from the nape of the neck down (not including the wide ribbed collar).
  • If you’d prefer a longer cardigan than the measurement listed in the table above, simply work more rows in multiples of 2 before working the upper panels. See the note within the written instructions that tells you where you can add length.
  • Sleeve length is measured from the garment’s underarm to the wrist. This will differ from your arm length because of the drop shoulder design of the garment. You can easily add length to your sleeve. See the notes in the pattern in the sleeve section after Rnds 30-33.

Size & Yardage Chart

The notes above refer to this size chart.

Bordeaux Crochet Cardigan Pattern Size Chart

Yarn

This women’s crochet sweater was designed with a worsted weight yarn to make sure it would be warm enough to be worn on colder winter days. I chose not to use a bulky yarn for fear it would then be too thick to be worn in the transitioning months of autumn and spring (we want to get the most wear out of this everyday piece).

I chose Lion Brand Wool-Ease in Dark Grey, Light Grey, and White for my crochet sweater. This is a worsted weight / 4, acrylic and wool blend yarn and it’s currently available in glitter, multi, prints, and frosts. This yarn offers a smooth even texture in a contemporary color palette with plenty of neutral tones.

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Bordeaux Crochet Cardigan – Free Pattern

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Materials

Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • ch(s): chain(s)
  • sl st: slip stitch
  • st(s): stitch(es)
  • sc: single crochet
  • hdc: half double crochet
  • dc: double crochet
  • ext hdc: extended half double crochet
  • ext sc: extended single crochet
  • extsc2tog: extended single crochet decrease
  • hdc2tog: half double decrease
  • Alt-dc: alternate double crochet
  • Bobble st: 5 double crochet bobble stitch
  • Alt-ch3: alternate ch 3
  • RS: Right Side
  • WS: Wrong Side
  • BLO: back loop only
  • yo: yarn over
  • yds: yards
  • rep: repeat
  • Rnd(s): round(s)

Experience Level

  • Easy

Gauge

  • In hdc with a 6mm hook: 14 sts = 4.25″ *See note below.
  • Wide Ribbed Front: 12.5 sts = 3″; 12 rows = 4″

Sizes

  • Women’s XS – 5XL
  • See Size & Yardage Chart above.

Special Stitches

  • 5 Double Crochet Bobble Stitch (bobble st): Yo, insert your hook into the next st, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops on your hook, (yo, insert your hook into the same st, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops on your hook) work from ( to ) 4 times, yo, pull through all remaining loops on your hook.
  • Extended Single Crochet (ext sc): Insert hook into stitch indicated, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull thru 1 loop on hook, yo, pull thru remaining two loops on hook.
  • Extended Single Crochet Decrease (extsc2tog): Insert hook into stitch indicated, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull thru 1 loop on hook, insert hook into next st, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull thru 1 loop on hook, yo, pull thru remaining loops on hook.
  • Extended Half Double Crochet (ext hdc): Yo, insert hook into stitch indicated, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull thru 1 loop on hook, yo, pull thru remaining loops on hook.
  • Half Double Crochet Decrease (hdc2tog): (Yo, insert hook into next stitch, yo, pull up a loop) twice, yo, pull through all loops on your hook.
  • Alternate Chain 3 (alt-ch3): Complete last st of previous row, take loop off hook, insert hook into sp between last dc and last 3 dc of previous row, put loop on hook and pull thru sp, turn, ch 3.
  • Alternate Double Crochet (alt-dc): After turning your work, do not ch, instead, insert your hook into the first st, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull thru both loops, insert your hook between the legs of the st just made, (yo, pull up a loop) twice, yo, pull thru remaining loops.

Pattern Notes

  • I tend to crochet on the tighter side. You may need to go down a hook size (or two) to meet gauge if you crochet on the looser side.
  • First stitch of the row is worked in the same stitch as the turning chain, unless specified otherwise.
  • Yarn Notes: Lion Brand Wool Ease (3 oz / 85 g / 197 yards / 180 m / 80% acrylic / 20% wool) was used for the sample in the pictures. You can use another lighter worsted weight yarn as long as it’s similar in thickness and you match gauge. If the yarn you choose is thicker, you may still match gauge, but it will affect the drape of your cardigan.
  • Yardage & Colors
    • Main Color (MC): Dark Grey 1,200 – 2,200 yards
    • Contrasting Color 1 (CC1): Light Grey 390 – 440 yards
    • Contrasting Color 2 (CC2): White 80 – 100 yards
  • Changes for sizes are written as follows: XS (S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X)
  • Gauge: For the bottom motif section of the cardigan, stitch width is most crucial as this will be the final circumference of your sweater. Approximate heights are listed within the written pattern. After working the first 39 rows, make sure to read the gauge note for gauge height of the remainder of the section.
  • Construction Notes: Cardigan is worked from the bottom hem up to the shoulders then sleeves and wide collar are added.

Bordeaux Crochet Cardigan – Written Pattern

Gauge: Using a 6.00 mm crochet hook, in hdc: 14 sts = 4.25″; height isn’t crucial at this point.

Note: Stitch width is listed as it is most crucial when beginning this design. After completing the first 39 rows there is another gauge listed for a new stitch pattern. This gauge is more crucial in both width and height.

Row 1 (RS) (MC): With MC & a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 110 (134, 158, 194, 224), hdc in the 2nd ch from your hook and in each ch across. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 2 (MC): Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 3 (CC2): WIth CC2, ch 1, hdc in each st across. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 4 (CC2): Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 5 (MC): With MC, ch 1, hdc in each st across. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 6 (MC): Ch 1, sc in each st across. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 7 (CC1): With CC1, ch 3 (counts as a st), turn, dc in the same st as ch 3, [ skip each of the next 2 sts, 3 dc in the next st ] work from [ to ] 35 (43, 51, 63, 73) times, skip each of the next 2 sts, 2 dc in the last st. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 8 (MC): With MC, ch 3, turn, 3 dc in each of the next 36 (44, 52, 64, 74) sps, dc in the top of ch 3. (110, 134, 158, 194, 224 sts)

Row 9 (CC1): With CC1, Alt-ch3, dc in the same sp, 3 dc in each of the next 35 (43, 51, 63, 73) sps, 2 dc in the last sp. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

>>Do NOT turn at the end of Row 9. Instead, fasten off CC1 and begin Row 10 with MC on the RS (in the first stitch of Row 9).<<

Row 10 (RS) (MC): With MC, join yarn with a sl st, ch 1, hdc in each st across. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 11 (MC): Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 12 (CC2): With CC2, ch 1, hdc in each st across. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 13 (CC2): Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts) Approximate height at this point: 4.75″.

Fasten off CC2.

Rows 14 – 15 (MC): With MC, ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 16 (RS): Ch 1, sc in each of the next 4 (1, 3, 1, 1) sts, bobble st in the next st, [ sc in each of the next 9 sts, bobble st in the next st ] work from [ to ] 10 (13, 15, 19, 22) times, sc in each of the next 4 (1, 3, 1, 1) sts. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 17: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 18: Ch 1, sc in each of the next 4 (1, 3, 1, 1) sts, [ sc in the next st, bobble st in the next st, sc in each of the next 7 sts, bobble st in the next st ] work from [ to ] 10 (13, 15, 19, 22) times, bobble st in the next st, sc in each of the next 5 (2, 4, 2, 2) sts. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 19: Rep Row 17. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 20: Ch 1, sc in each of the next 4 (1, 3, 1, 1) sts, [ sc in each of the next 2 sts, bobble st in the next st, sc in each of the next 5 sts, bobble st in the next st, sc in the next st ] work from [ to ] 10 (13, 15, 19, 22) times, sc in each of the next 5 (2, 4, 2, 2) sts. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 21: Rep Row 17. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 22: Ch 1, sc in each of the next 4 (1, 3, 1, 1) sts, [ sc in each of the next 3 sts, bobble st in the next st, sc in each of the next 3 sts, bobble st in the next st, sc in each of the next 2 sts ] work from [ to ] 10 (13, 15, 19, 22) times, sc in each of the next 5 (2, 4, 2, 2) sts. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 23: Rep Row 17. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 24: Ch 1, sc in each of the next 4 (1, 3, 1, 1) sts, [ bobble st in the next st, sc in each of the next 3 sts, bobble st in the next st, sc in the next st, bobble st in the next st, sc in each of the next 3 sts ] work from [ to ] 10 (13, 15, 19, 22) times, sc in each of the next 5 (2, 4, 2, 2) sts. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 25: Rep Row 17. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 26: Ch 1, sc in each of the next 4 (1, 3, 1, 1) sts, [ sc in the next st, bobble st in the next st, sc in each of the next 3 sts, bobble st in the next st, sc in each of the next 3 sts, bobble st in the next st ] work from [ to ] 10 (13, 15, 19, 22) times, sc in each of the next 5 (2, 4, 2, 2) sts. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 27: Rep Row 17. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 28: Ch 1, sc in each of the next 4 (1, 3, 1, 1) sts, [ sc in each of the next 2 sts, bobble st in the next st, sc in each of the next 5 sts, bobble st in the next st, sc in the next st ] work from [ to ] 10 (13, 15, 19, 22) times, sc in each of the next 5 (2, 4, 2, 2) sts. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 29: Rep Row 17. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 30: Ch 1, sc in each of the next 4 (1, 3, 1, 1) sts, [ sc in each of the next 3 sts, bobble st in the next st, sc in each of the next 3 sts, bobble st in the next st, sc in each of the next 2 sts ] work from [ to ] 10 (13, 15, 19, 22) times, sc in each of the next 5 (2, 4, 2, 2) sts. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 31: Rep Row 17. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 32: Ch 1, sc in each of the next 4 (1, 3, 1, 1) sts, [ sc in each of the next 4 sts, bobble st in the next st, sc in the next st, bobble st in the next st, sc in each of the next 3 sts ] work from [ to ] 10 (13, 15, 19, 22) times, sc in each of the next 5 (2, 4, 2, 2) sts. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 33: Rep Row 17. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 34: Ch 1, sc in each of the next 4 (1, 3, 1, 1) sts, [ sc in each of the next 5 sts, bobble st in the next st, sc in each of the next 4 sts ] work from [ to ] 10 (13, 15, 19, 22) times, sc in each of the next 5 (2, 4, 2, 2) sts. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 35: Rep Row 17. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts) Approximate height at this point: 11″.

Row 36 (CC2): With CC2, ch 1, hdc in each st across. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 37 (CC2): Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Fasten off CC2.

Row 38 (MC): With MC, Alt-dc in the first st, ext hdc in each remaining st. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 39: Ch 1, ext sc in each st across. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Gauge for remainder of the sweater panels & sleeves.

In pattern stitch: 14 sts = 4.25″; 9 rows = 4″ (5 rows ext hdc & 4 rows ext sc)

Row 40: Skip the first st, alt-dc in the 2nd st, ext hdc in each st across to the last st, 2 ext hdc in the last st. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Row 41: Ch 1, ext sc in each st across. Turn. (109, 133, 157, 193, 223 sts)

Rep Rows 40 – 41 until cardigan measures approximately 20″ (20″, 19″, 19″, 18″) from Row 1.

Adding Length: If you would prefer a longer cardigan, this is where you will add the extra length. Simply continue to rep rows 40 -41 until you’ve added the additional length you desire. Make sure to end with a Row 41 rep.

Do not fasten off. Continue on to Upper Right Panel.

Upper Right Panel

Row 1 (RS): Alt-dc in the first st, ext hdc in each of the next 21 (27, 33, 42, 48) sts. Place a stitch marker in the next stitch to mark the beginning of the Upper Back Panel. Skip each of the next 64 (76, 88, 106, 124) sts, place a stitch marker in the next stitch to mark the beginning of the Upper Left Panel. Turn. (22, 28, 34, 43, 49 sts)

Row 2: Ch 1, ext sc in each st across. Turn. (22, 28, 34, 43, 49 sts)

Row 3: Skip the first st, alt-dc in the 2nd st, ext hdc in each st across to the last st, 2 ext hdc in the last st. Turn. (22, 28, 34, 43, 49 sts)

Row 4: Ch 1, ext sc in each st across. Turn. (22, 28, 34, 43, 49 sts)

Rows 5 – 14 (16, 18, 20, 22): Rep Rows 3 – 4.

Do not fasten off. Continue on to Shoulder Shaping – Upper Right Panel.

Shoulder Shaping – Upper Right Panel

Row 1 (RS): Alt-dc in the 1st st, ext hdc in each of the next 11 (17, 23, 32, 38) sts, hdc in the next st, sc in the next st, skip each of the last 8 sts. Turn. (14, 20, 26, 35, 41 sts)

Row 2: Sl st in the 1st st, sc in each of the next 2 sts, ext sc in each of the next 11 (17, 23, 32, 38) sts. (14, 20, 26, 35, 41 sts) Includes first sl st.

Fasten off. Weave in ends. Continue on to Back Panel.

Back Panel

Row 1 (RS): Using a 6.00 mm crochet hook, join MC with a sl st in st marked for back panel, alt-dc in the same st, ext hdc in each of the next 64 (76, 88, 106, 124) sts. Turn. (65, 77, 89, 107, 125 sts)

Row 2: Ch 1, ext sc in each st across. Turn. (65, 77, 89, 107, 125 sts)

Row 3: Skip the first st, alt-dc in the 2nd st, ext hdc in each st across to the last st, 2 ext hdc in the last st. Turn. (65, 77, 89, 107, 125 sts)

Row 4: Ch 1, ext sc in each st across. Turn. (65, 77, 89, 107, 125 sts)

Rows 5 – 14 (16, 18, 20, 22): Rep Rows 3 – 4.

Do not fasten off. Continue on to Shoulder Shaping – Back Panel.

Shoulder Shaping – Back Panel

Row 1 (RS): Sl st in each of the next 8 sts (do not count as sts), ch 1, sc in the next st, hdc in the next st, ext hdc in each st across to the last 10 sts, hdc in the next st, sc in the next st, skip each of the last 8 sts. Turn. (49, 61, 73, 91, 109 sts)

Row 2: Sl st in the first st, sc in each of the next 2 sts, ext sc in each st across to the last 2 sts, sc in each of the last 2 sts. (49, 61, 73, 91, 109 sts)

Fasten off. Weave in ends. Continue on to Upper Left Panel.

Upper Left Panel

Row 1 (RS): Using a 6.00 mm crochet hook, join MC with a sl st in st marked for upper left panel, alt-dc in the same st, ext hdc in each remaining st. Turn. (22, 28, 34, 43, 49 sts)

Row 2: Ch 1, ext sc in each st across. Turn. (22, 28, 34, 43, 49 sts)

Row 3: Skip the first st, alt-dc in the 2nd st, ext hdc in each st across to the last st, 2 ext hdc in the last st. Turn. (22, 28, 34, 43, 49 sts)

Row 4: Ch 1, ext sc in each st across. Turn. (22, 28, 34, 43, 49 sts)

Rows 5 – 14 (16, 18, 20, 22): Rep Rows 3 – 4.

Do not fasten off. Continue on to Shoulder Shaping – Upper Left Panel.

Shoulder Shaping – Upper Left Panel

Row 1 (RS): Sl st in each of the next 8 sts (do not count as sts), ch 1, sc in the next st, hdc in the next st, ext hdc in each of the next 12 (18, 24, 33, 39) sts. Turn. (14, 20, 26, 35, 41 sts)

Row 2: Ch 1, ext sc in each of the next 11 (17, 23, 32, 38) sts, sc in each of the next 2 sts, sl st in the next st. (14, 20, 26, 35, 41 sts) Includes last sl st.

Fasten off. Weave in ends. Continue on to Shoulder Seams.

Shoulder Seams

With the RS facing out, line up the outer corners of the back panel with the outer corners of the front panels. Whipstitch 22 (28, 34, 43, 49) sts of each front panel to the corresponding stitches of the back panel.

Weave in ends. Continue on to Sleeves.

Sleeves

Rnd 1 (RS): Using a 6.00 mm crochet hook, join MC with a sl st at the bottom of the armhole opening, work 2 sc into the side of each alt-dc & ext hdc row, work 1 sc into the side of each ext sc row. Join with a sl st to the 1st st. (42, 48, 54, 60, 66 sts)

Rnd 2 (RS): Alt-dc in the first st, ext hdc in each remaining st around. Join. Turn. (42, 48, 54, 60, 66 sts)

Rnd 3: Ch 1, ext sc in each st around to the last 4 sts, (extsc2tog) twice. Join. Turn. (40, 46, 52, 58, 64 sts)

Rnds 4 – 11: Rep Rnds 2 – 3. (32, 38, 44, 50, 56 sts) at the end of Rnd 11.

Rnd 12: Alt-dc in the first st, ext hdc in each remaining st around. Join. Turn. (32, 38, 44, 50, 56 sts)

Rnd 13: Ch 1, ext sc in each st around. Join. Turn. (32, 38, 44, 50, 56 sts)

Rnds 14 – 17: Rep Rnds 12 – 13. (32, 38, 44, 50, 56 sts)

Rnds 18 – 21: Rep Rnds 2 – 3. (28, 34, 40, 46, 52 sts) at the end of Rnd 21.

Rnds 22 – 26: Rep Rnds 12 – 13, ending w/ a Rnd 12 Rep. (28, 34, 40, 46, 52 sts)

Rnd 27: Rep Rnd 3. (26, 32, 38, 44, 50 sts)

Rnds 28 – 29: Rep Rnds 2 – 3. (24, 30, 36, 42, 48 sts) at the end of Rnd 29.

Rnds 30 – 33: Rep Rnds 12 – 13. (24, 30, 36, 42, 48 sts) If you need to add length to your sleeves, do so here by repeating Rnds 12 – 13. Keep in mind that Rnds 34 – 45 will add another 2.75″ to the length of your sleeve.

Rnd 34: Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join. (24, 30, 36, 42, 48 sts)

Rnd 35 (CC2): Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join. (24, 30, 36, 42, 48 sts)

Rnds 36 – 37 (MC): Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join. (24, 30, 36, 42, 48 sts)

Rnd 38 (CC1): Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join. (24, 30, 36, 42, 48 sts)

Rnd 39 (MC): Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join. (24, 30, 36, 42, 48 sts)

Rnd 40 (CC1): Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join. (24, 30, 36, 42, 48 sts)

Rnd 41 (MC): Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join. (24, 30, 36, 42, 48 sts)

Rnd 42 (CC2): Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join. (24, 30, 36, 42, 48 sts)

Rnds 43 – 44 (MC): Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join. (24, 30, 36, 42, 48 sts)

Rnd 45 (MC): Sl st in each st around. Use Special Join Technique to join.

Fasten off. Weave in ends. Continue on to Front Edge Opening.

Front Edge Opening

Row 1 (RS): Using a 6.00 mm crochet hook, join MC with a sl st in garment’s lower right corner, ch 1, work 2 sc into the side of each alt-dc & ext hdc row, work 2 sc into the side of each dc & ch-3 row, work 1 sc into the side of each hdc, sc & ext sc row, work 1 sc in each st across back neck opening. **Make sure your stitch count is an odd number.

Fasten off. Weave in ends. Continue on to Wide Ribbed Front.

Wide Ribbed Front

Row 1 (RS): Using a 5.00 mm crochet hook & CC1, join yarn with a sl st in garment’s lower right corner, ch 17, working into the back hump of the ch, hdc in the 2nd ch from your hook, hdc in each of the next 14 chs, hdc2tog in the next ch and same st as ch-17. Turn. (16 sts)

Row 2: Sl st in the next st along the edge of the cardigan, turn, BLO hdc in each st across. (16 sts)

Row 3: Ch 1, turn, BLO hdc in each of the next 15 sts, hdc2tog in the next st and next st along the edge of the cardigan. (16 sts)

Rep Rows 2 – 3 around the front opening edge of your cardigan.

Fasten off. Weave in ends. Continue on to Belt, if desired.

Belt (optional)

Row 1: Using a 6.00 mm crochet hook & MC yarn, ch 7, working into the back hump of the ch, hdc in the 2nd ch from your hook and in each ch across. Turn. (6 sts)

Row 2: Ch 1, hdc in each st across. Turn. (6 sts)

Rep Row 2 until belt measures 68″, or desired length.

Fasten off. Weave in ends.

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