Men's Shawl Collar Cardigan

Learn to crochet the men’s shawl collar cardigan, an heirloom piece of clothing you will enjoy your whole life.

It’s not only the coziest men’s crochet cardigan you’ll ever wear, it’s also the most versatile. Style it for either casual or dressy attire. It’s also makes the perfect crochet garment for layering in cool weather.

You’ll find the men’s shawl collar cardigan crochet pattern Free below, or an ad-free print friendly PDF (including all photo tutorials & BONUS garment schematics) on Love Crafts, Ravelry, or on Etsy (aff).

Man modeling a shawl collar cardigan standing in the woods during the fall

Although a traditional men’s cardigan, the Men’s Shawl Collar Crochet Cardigan doesn’t need to be worn in a traditional way! It’s for more than just grandfathers and suburban dads.

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How do you Style a Shawl Collar Cardigan

When I said above, “It’s not only the coziest men’s crochet cardigan you’ll ever wear, it’s also the most versatile.”, I meant it!

The shawl collar cardigan has both a formal and relaxed vibe that ranges from business wear to something you’ll wear lounging around at home.

For casual coziness at home, wear it unbuttoned over a t-shirt and a pair of jeans. And as a bonus, the shawl collar adds a touch of formality to the crochet men’s cardigan, making you look more put together when you have to make a late night milk run.

Button it up and wear it to most workplaces as smart or business casual. If you don’t want a tailored look, the men’s shawl cardigan can also be worn over a shirt and tie, in place of a sport coat.

You can also wear it as an overcoat alternative, or wear it under an overcoat as a warm layering garment.

No matter how you choose to wear it, the Men’s Shawl Collar Crochet Cardigan will keep you looking dapper while keeping you cozy and warm.

Related: If you love the classic style of a shawl collar, you’ll love the Brentwood Men’s Pullover!

Yarn

This men’s crochet sweater was designed with a worsted weight yarn to make sure it would be warm enough to be worn as an overcoat on sunny winter days. I chose not to use a bulky yarn for fear it would then be too thick to be worn as a layering piece under a winter coat.

I chose Lion Brand Yarn’s Basic Stitch Antimicrobial Yarn for my cardigan crochet sweater. If you’re someone who has a wool allergy, or you don’t care for acrylic yarns, this yarn is a great alternative to both of those!

Basic Stitch Antimicrobial is a worsted weight / 4, recycled polyester / amicor blend yarn and it’s currently available in 12 colors! I’d love to make another cardigan in the color Hazelwood.

Yarn Substitutes

There are many worsted weight yarns that would make great substitutions. Lion Brand Wool Ease Recycled, Lion Brand Heartland, Lion Brand Pound of Love, Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice… just to name a few.

I’d also love to see a men’s crochet cardigan with buttons in Lion Brand Jeans Yarn.

Self-Striping Yarn: If you choose a self-striping yarn, your stripes will be be vertical because of how this men’s cardigan is constructed.

Shawl Collar Cardigan Pattern Construction

This shawl collar cardigan for men is worked in panels using knit-look crochet stitches, then sewn together with a simple crochet whipstitch seam. I know what many of you are thinking, “Seaming is one of my least favorite things to do next to weaving in ends. Why did she have to design this cardigan in panels?!”

Seaming isn’t my favorite pastime either, but did you know that seams add structure and support to garments. They keep them from stretching out of shape, which mean they will last longer than garments without seams.

The front and back panels are worked sideways from the bottom edge of the cardigan to the shoulders. The front panels include a little simple shaping to gradually shape the neckline. If you’re adding side seam pockets to your mens crochet cardigan, you’ll create pocket openings as you crochet the front panels.

After crocheting the front and back panels, you’ll join then with a simple whipstitch seam.

Next, you’ll crochet the shawl collar and buttonhole edge up and around the front opening of the cardigan.

After completing the shawl color, you’ll make two pockets and ribbing and attach them to the pocket openings.

Then, you’ll crochet the sleeves. The tapered sleeves are worked flat from armhole to cuff and joined with a slip stitch seam. This crochet seam creates a nice visual effect along the length of the sleeve. After completing the sleeves, you’ll whipstitch them to the armhole openings.

Lastly, sew on the buttons and your shawl collar crochet cardigan is complete!

Would you prefer a zippered cardigan instead of a button up cardigan? Adding a zipper to your crochet is super easy!

CHOOSING WHICH SIZE TO CROCHET

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

‘Fits Chest’ measurement is the measurement of the intended wearer, not the garment’s finished measurement.
Finished Chest, Sleeve Length, and Cardigan Length are measurements of the finished garment.
This cardigan has 4-6″+ of positive ease built in for a classic fit.
If you prefer more of an oversized cardigan, I would suggest making one size larger than chest size.
If you prefer a more fitted look, I would suggest sizing down (as long as your chest size is within the range of the smaller size).
Cardigan length is measured from the nape of the neck down. It does not include the collar.
Sleeve length is measured from the underarm of the cardigan to edge of the cuff.
Adjusting Cardigan Length
- Shorten Cardigan: To shorten the length of your cardigan, work a shorter foundation chain for Row 1 of all three panels: Front Right, Front Left, and Back.
- Lengthen Cardigan: To increase the length of your cardigan, work a longer foundation chain for Row 1 of all three panels: Front Right, Front Left, and Back.
Note: Adjusting the size of your shawl sweater will affect the amount of yarn you will need. You will need more or less than what is specified in the yardage chart below.

SIZE & YARDAGE CHART

The notes above refer to this size chart.

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MENS SHAWL COLLAR CARDIGAN CROCHET PATTERN

The free crochet shawl collar cardigan pattern is below, but if you love to work offline, I’ve got a couple other great options for you.

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Purchase the Men’s Shawl Collar Cardigan crochet kit! (aff): Lion Brand has a full kit for this men’s crochet cardigan available on their website. The crochet kit includes your choice of colors and a digital copy of the crochet pattern.

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MATERIALS

Yarn: Worsted Weight / 4 / Yarn, (Lion Brand Basic Stitch Antimicrobial in Charcoal was used for the sample in the photos) (100 g / 3.5oz / 186 yards / 170 m / 65% recycled polyester / 35% amicor acrylic).
- Yardage: See size & yardage chart above.
Crochet Hooks: J/10/6.00mm; I/9/5.50mm; G/6/4.00mm; or size needed to obtain gauge (My favorite crochet hooks are the Clover Amour Crochet Hooks, I’ve never had an ache in my hand since switching).
Locking Stitch Markers
Scissors
Yarn Needle
(4) Buttons 1-18″ (size isn’t crucial)

ABBREVIATIONS (US TERMS)

ch(s): chain(s)
sl st(s): slip stitch(es)
st(s): stitch(es)
sc: single crochet
hdc: half double crochet
hdc2tog: half double crochet 2 together
hdslst: half double slip stitch
yo: yarn over
sp: space
SM: stitch marker
Rep: repeat
Rnd: round
RS: right side
WS: wrong side
BLO: back loop only
FLO: front loop only
Join yarn with a standing single crochet
Join yarn with a standing half double crochet

EXPERIENCE LEVEL

Easy / Intermediate

GAUGE

See Gauge Swatch instruction below.
With a 6.00mm crochet hook, in pattern stitch (gauge swatch): 11 sts = 4″; 12 rows = 3.5″

SIZES

Men’s XS through 3XL
See size chart above.

SPECIAL STITCHES

Half Double Slip Stitch (hdslst): Yo, insert your hook into the stitch indicated, yo, pull up a loop and pull that loop through all loops on your hook. This stitch is also referred to as a yarn over slip stitch.
Join with a standing single crochet: Begin with a slip knot on your hook, insert your hook into the stitch or space indicated, yo, pull up a loop, yo and draw thru both loops on your hook.
Join with a standing half double crochet: Begin with a slip knot on your hook, yo, insert your hook into the stitch or space indicated, yo, pull up a loop, yo and draw thru all 3 loops on your hook.
Half Double Crochet 2 Together (hdc2tog): (yo, insert hook into next stitch, yo, pull up a loop) twice, yo, pull thru all remaining loops on your hook.

Pattern Notes

Turning chains are not included in stitch count unless noted otherwise.
Lion Brand Yarn Basic Stitch Antimicrobial (100 g / 3.5oz / 186 yards / 170 m / 65% recycled polyester / 35% amicor acrylic).
Colorway & Yardage
- Charcoal #204-152AE (see yardage in the size chart above)
Changes for Sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL)
Construction: This men’s crochet cardigan is worked in rows that will be vertical with the bottom hem worked at the same time as the body of the cardigan. You will work two front panels with slight neck opening shaping and slits for pockets (if, desired), and a back panel. Although there is shaping for the neckline, this cardigan has a dropped shoulder. After working each of the panels, you will seam the shoulders and each side. Next, you’ll crochet a shawl collar and add a ribbed front edging with buttonholes (if adding buttons) to the front of the cardigan. Then you’ll make the pockets and ribbing and attach them to the cardigan. Two sleeves are then crocheted, seamed, and sewn into the armhole openings. Finish your cardigan by sewing buttons on.
2 Pocket Options: Instructions are included for a cardigan with & without pockets.
Zipper Option: If you’d prefer to add a zipper to your cardigan instead of buttons, purchase a separating zipper. To find the length of the zipper you’ll need, measure approximately 1/2″ up from the button edge of the cardigan, up to where it splits for the shawl collar to lay down. I have a super simple zipper tutorial on my blog.
Adjusting Cardigan Length: See notes below.
Progression photos can be found throughout the pattern.
Model wears a men’s large and is wearing a large sample.

Adjusting Cardigan Length

Do you have a guy who has a longer or shorter than average torso?

I strongly suggest making a gauge swatch first, before adjusting the length of your cardigan.
Shorten Cardigan: To shorten the length of your cardigan, work a shorter foundation chain for Row 1 of all three panels: Front Right, Front Left, and Back.
Lengthen Cardigan: To increase the length of your cardigan, work a longer foundation chain for Row 1 of all three panels: Front Right, Front Left, and Back.

Gauge Swatch Instructions

Gauge: 11 sts = 4″; 12 rows = 3.5″

Note: ALL stitches, beginning with Row 2, are worked into the back loops only, unless otherwise specified.

Row 1 (RS): With yarn & a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 25, switch to a 5.5mm crochet hook, sl st into the 2nd ch from your hook and into each ch across. Turn. (24 sts)

Row 2: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (24 sts)

Row 3: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each st across. Turn. (24 sts)

Row 4: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (24 sts)

Rows 5 – 6: Rep rows 3 – 4.

Note: Row 7 is a short row. Short rows are added throughout the front and back panels as a way to slightly taper the bottom hem of the cardigan. There are photos below the gauge swatch instructions that show you how to work a “smoothing stitch” to seamlessly transition between short rows and regular rows.

Row 7: Ch 1, BLO sl st in each st across to the last 9 sts, skip the last 9 sts. Turn. (15 sts)

Row 8: Ch 1, BLO hdslst in each st across. Turn. (15 sts)

Row 9: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each st across the previous row and in each skipped st from 2 rows prior. Turn. (24sts)

Row 10: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (24 sts)

Rows 11 – 18: Rep Rows 3 – 10.

Fasten off. Swatch should measure: 6.5″ W x 3.25″ H (measuring row height along the right hand side edge of the swatch, not the edge with the short rows).

How to Seamlessly Transition Between Short Rows & Regular Rows

The following photos show how I seamlessly transition between short rows and regular rows.

Small grey yarn swatch to show short row construction

Photo Above: This photo shows the row completed just before working a short row. This is the RS of the fabric.

Small grey yarn swatch to show how to work short rows

Photo Above: This photo shows a short row completed. Skip the remaining stitches to work a “short row”.

Small yarn swatch to short crochet short rows

Photo Above: This photo shows the next row completed after a short row.

Photo tutorial to show seamless transition between short rows

Photo Above: This photo shows the next row of BLO sl sts in process. The arrow is pointing to the Ch-1 worked at the beginning of the previous BLO hdslst row.

Shows how to seamlessly transition short rows

Photo Above: First, insert your hook into the loop of the ch-1 that was worked at the beginning of the previous BLO hdslst row.

close up of seamless short row transition

Photo Above: Next, insert your hook into the BLO of the next skipped stitch from 2 rows prior.

Photo Above: Then yarn over, pull up a loop, pull that loop through all 3 loops on your hook to complete what I like to refer to as the “smoothing stitch”.

Photo shows a section of crochet short rows complete

Photo Above: This photo shows the row of BLO sl sts worked to seamlessly transition back to regular rows.

This would be Row 9 in the gauge swatch instructions.

Larger swatch of crochet yarn over slip stitch with short rows

The swatch shown in the photo above is an example of a swatch and used only to show the narrower rows (left side) created by working short rows in the bottom hem of the cardigan.

I did not use the gauge swatch instructions to crochet the swatch. Do not count rows in this photo.

Mens crochet cardigan laid flat on a wood floor showing sleeve details

Crochet Mens Shawl Collared Cardigan Pattern

Begin your cardigan with the Front Right Panel Beginning Rows for the size you’re making.

X-Small: Front Right Panel Beginning Rows

Note: ALL stitches, beginning with Row 2, are worked into the back loops only, unless otherwise specified.

Set-Up: With yarn and a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 67.

Row 1 (RS): Switch to a 5.50mm crochet hook, working in the back humps of the foundation ch, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook and in each ch across. Turn. (66 sts) Length of Row 1 = 18″.

Row 2: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (66 sts)

Row 3: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 8, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 6 chs, BLO sl st in each remaining st across. Turn. (73 sts)

Row 4: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (73 sts)

Row 5: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 8, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 6 chs, BLO sl st in each remaining st across to the last 9 sts, skip the last 9 sts. Turn. (71 sts)

Row 6: Ch 1, BLO, hdslst in each st across. Turn. (71 sts)

Row 7: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 8, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 6 chs, BLO sl st in each st across the previous row, and in each skipped st from 2 rows prior. Turn. (87 sts)

Row 8: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (87 sts)

Row 9: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 10, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 8 chs, BLO sl st in each remaining st across. Turn. (96 sts)

Row 10: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (96 sts)

Do not fasten off. Continue on to Right Shoulder. Front Right Beginning Rows should measure 26″ W x 1.75″ H.

Small: Front Right Panel Beginning Rows

Note: ALL stitches, beginning with Row 2, are worked into the back loops only, unless otherwise specified.

Set-Up: With yarn and a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 69.

Row 1 (RS): Switch to a 5.50mm crochet hook, working in the back humps of the foundation ch, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook and in each ch across. Turn. (68 sts) Length of Row 1 = 18.5″.

Row 2: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (68 sts)

Row 3: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 6, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 4 chs, BLO sl st in each remaining st across. Turn. (73 sts)

Row 4: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (73 sts)

Row 5: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 6, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 4 chs, BLO sl st in each remaining st across to the last 9 sts, skip the last 9 sts. Turn. (69 sts)

Row 6: Ch 1, BLO, hdslst in each st across. Turn. (69 sts)

Row 7: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 6, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 4 chs, BLO sl st in each st across the previous row, and in each skipped st from 2 rows prior. Turn. (83 sts)

Row 8: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (83 sts)

Row 9: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 6, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 4 chs, BLO sl st in each remaining st across. Turn. (88 sts)

Row 10: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (88 sts)

Row 11: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 6, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 4 chs, BLO sl st in each remaining st across to the last 9 sts, skip the last 9 sts. Turn. (84 sts)

Row 12: Ch 1, BLO, hdslst in each st across. Turn. (84 sts)

Row 13: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 8, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 6 chs, BLO sl st in each st across the previous row, and in each skipped st from 2 rows prior. Turn. (100 sts)

Row 14: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (100 sts)

Do not fasten off. Continue on to Right Shoulder. Front Right Beginning Rows should measure 27″ W x 2.5″ H.

Medium: Front Right Panel Beginning Rows

Note: ALL stitches, beginning with Row 2, are worked into the back loops only, unless otherwise specified.

Set-Up: With yarn and a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 69.

Row 1 (RS): Switch to a 5.50mm crochet hook, working in the back humps of the foundation ch, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook and in each ch across. Turn. (68 sts) Length of Row 1 = 18.5″.

Row 2: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (68 sts)

Row 3: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 7, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 5 chs, BLO sl st in each remaining st across. Turn. (74 sts)

Row 4: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (74 sts)

Row 5: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 7, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 5 chs, BLO sl st in each remaining st across to the last 9 sts, skip the last 9 sts. Turn. (71 sts)

Row 6: Ch 1, BLO, hdslst in each st across. Turn. (71 sts)

Row 7: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 7, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 5 chs, BLO sl st in each st across the previous row, and in each skipped st from 2 rows prior. Turn. (86 sts)

Row 8: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (86 sts)

Row 9: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 7, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 5 chs, BLO sl st in each remaining st across. Turn. (92 sts)

Row 10: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (92 sts)

Row 11: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 7, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 5 chs, BLO sl st in each remaining st across to the last 9 sts, skip the last 9 sts. Turn. (89 sts)

Row 12: Ch 1, BLO, hdslst in each st across. Turn. (89 sts)

Row 13: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 5, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 3 chs, BLO sl st in each st across the previous row, and in each skipped st from 2 rows prior. Turn. (102 sts)

Row 14: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (102 sts)

Do not fasten off. Continue on to Right Shoulder. Front Right Beginning Rows should measure 27.5″ W x 2.5″ H.

Large: Front Right Panel Beginning Rows

Note: ALL stitches, beginning with Row 2, are worked into the back loops only, unless otherwise specified.

Set-Up: With yarn and a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 71.

Row 1 (RS): Switch to a 5.50mm crochet hook, working in the back humps of the foundation ch, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook and in each ch across. Turn. (70 sts) Length of Row 1 = 19″.

Row 2: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (70 sts)

Row 4: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (76 sts)

Row 6: Ch 1, BLO, hdslst in each st across. Turn. (73 sts)

Row 8: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (88 sts)

Row 10: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (94 sts)

Row 12: Ch 1, BLO, hdslst in each st across. Turn. (91 sts)

Row 13: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 6, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 4 chs, BLO sl st in each st across the previous row, and in each skipped st from 2 rows prior. Turn. (105 sts)

Row 14: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (105 sts)

Do not fasten off. Continue on to Right Shoulder. Front Right Beginning Rows should measure 28.5″ W x 2.5″ H.

X-Large: Front Right Panel Beginning Rows

Note: ALL stitches, beginning with Row 2, are worked into the back loops only, unless otherwise specified.

Set-Up: With yarn and a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 71.

Row 1 (RS): Switch to a 5.50mm crochet hook, working in the back humps of the foundation ch, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook and in each ch across. Turn. (70 sts) Length of Row 1 = 19″.

Row 2: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (70 sts)

Row 4: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (75 sts)

Row 6: Ch 1, BLO, hdslst in each st across. Turn. (71 sts)

Row 8: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (85 sts)

Row 10: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (90 sts)

Row 12: Ch 1, BLO, hdslst in each st across. Turn. (86 sts)

Row 14: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (100 sts)

Row 15: Switch to a 6.00mm crochet hook, ch 8, switch back to a 5.50mm crochet hook, sl st in the 2nd ch from your hook, sl st in each of the next 6 chs, BLO sl st in each remaining st across. Turn. (107 sts)

Row 16: Ch 1, BLO, sl st in each of the first 9 sts, hdslst in each remaining st across. Turn. (107 sts)

Do not fasten off. Continue on to Right Shoulder. Front Right Beginning Rows should measure 29″ W x 2.8″ H.

2X-Large: Front Right Panel Beginning Rows