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Get ready for summer with the Bora Bora sleeveless crochet cardigan. Follow the free pattern and step-by-step video tutorial. It Includes sizes XS-5X.
Whether lounging by the poolside or stepping out for a night on the town, The Bora Bora sleeveless crochet cardigan is the ultimate versatile addition to your wardrobe. This sleeveless crochet cardigan pattern effortlessly doubles as a chic beach cover-up or a stylish layer over tanks, sundresses, or rompers.
With sizes ranging from XS to 5X, and accompanied by a helpful video tutorial on YouTube, this cardigan promises to be your go-to summer staple.
Below, you will find everything you need to make this lace sleeveless crochet cardigan, including the yarn, hook, materials, free written pattern for blog subscribers, pictures and a video tutorial. If you love this free lace cardigan crochet pattern, please share!
Sleeveless Crochet Cardigan Details
The crochet sleeveless cardigan pattern is a simple design to create. It’s the perfect pattern if you’re new to making crochet tops. Crochet 3 panels and seam together with an opening for the neck. The beautiful lace stitch pattern replicates tiny pineapples that give this cardigan a tropical vibe.
Styling Tips/Suggestions
A lace sleeveless cardigan can dress up any look or provide coverage over a tank top. The Bora Bora Sleeveless Cardi is designed in cotton, so it’s also perfect as a beach coverup.
For the office – Layer over a sleeveless blouse and dress pants with heels. For cooler days, wear over a form-fitting long sleeve top. It would also look stylish over a dress or skirt. Pair with a belt to accentuate the waist.
Casual – on the move – If you’re heading out on the town for coffee, errands or a lunch date, pair with high-waisted skinny jeans or cut-off shorts and a tank top. Wear the cardigan open and flowy add a cute pair of flats, joggers or sandals to finish the look.
Casual – at home – If you’re heading to the beach or pool, throw on a bathing suit and tie with a belt. Or wear over your favourite casual shorts and bralette/bathing suit lounging on the deck or by the pool with a drink.
Date Night – Going out on a date with your girlfriends or significant other, pair with a mini skirt, belt and heels. Also, you can dress up the look with a dress and heeled ankle boots. A dark wash pair of high-waisted jeggings with heeled sandals would also look great.
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Yarn Required for a Sleeveless Crochet Cardigan
The sleeveless crochet cardigan pattern is designed using Curio #3 Thread(Lace weight) from WeCrochet in the vibrant shade Jalapeno.
Made from lightweight cotton, this yarn is ideal for creating breathable garments perfect for warmer weather. Working with it was an absolute joy; it smoothly glided over my Furls crochet hook. The yarn holds excellent stitch definition and is blocked beautifully, allowing this design’s intricate lacework to shine. While it maintains its shape admirably, it remains lightweight and drapes beautifully—a true gem for crafting Spring and Summer attire.
With a stunning selection of colours available from WeCrochet, you’re sure to find the perfect hue for your project. Check out their range below!
Yarn Requirments
Lace weight, 100% Cotton, 295 yds/100 g, Shown in Jalapeno.
XS (S, M, L, 1X) (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
4 (4, 5, 5, 6) (6, 6, 7, 7) balls
or 974 (974, 1298, 1298, 1623) (1623, 1623, 1947, 1947) yards
Substitute Yarns
$$$ Splurge
100% Mulberry Silk – 436 yards/ 50grams
Taking your luxury crocheting to a whole new level, the decadence of 100% silk lace gets an upgrade with these hand-painted masterpieces. All the superior sheen and excellent drape of Luminance, now with curated colour combinations of mutual tones and analogous hues meticulously dyed by hand.
$$ Spend
70% Merino Wool, 30% Silk (440yds/50g)
Gloss elevates the indulgence of hand-made garments to a whole new level. Soft, cushiony Merino blended with the sheen, and velvety texture of silk makes any crocheted garment an indulgent luxury.
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75% Fine Superwash Merino Wool, 25% Nylon (231yds/50g)
The rich solid colours of this high-grade Merino wool and nylon blend show
off texture, lace and cables without distraction. Warm, cushy, and versatile, this yarn is wonderful to have in your stash when crochet inspiration strikes.
Sleeveless Crochet Cardigan Sizes
XS (S, M, L, 1X) (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
Fits Bust: 30 (34, 38, 42, 46) (50, 54, 58, 62)” Finished Bust: 42 (42, 56, 56, 70) (70, 70, 84, 84)” Finished Length: 31.5”
Crochet Hook Requirments
D/3.25mm ((or size needed to obtain gauge)
E/3.5mm (or size needed to obtain gauge)
Use code MJS15 for 15% off Furls Crochet
Additional Supplies Needed
Yarn Needle
Scissors
Stitch Markers
Lucet Fork (optional for belt) Use Code MJS15 at checkout.
Construction
The cardigan’s back and front panels are worked separately from the bottom up. Shoulders and sides are seamed to finish. The pattern is written for the smallest size, with larger sizes in parentheses ( ). If there is only 1 number, it applies to all sizes. Step-by-step video tutorial provided on YouTube for size M-L https://youtu.be/b3WlCrIn1zk.
Gauge
Ch 41, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn. Work stitch pattern setup row and rows 1-8.
1 repeat (20sts) = 3.5”
23 sts and 8.5 rows = 4” square blocked
Abbreviations
Ch – Chain
Dc – Double Crochet
Pm – Place Marker
Rep – Repeat
RS – Right Side
Sc – Single Crochet
Sk – Skip
Sl St – Slip Stitch
Sp(s) – Space(s)
St(s) – Stitch(es)
Tr – Treble Crochet
WS – Wrong Side
( ) – Work step in parentheses in indicated stitch
[ ] – Work step in brackets the number of times indicated
Video for the Sleeveless Crochet Cardigan
Join us in this helpful step-by-step video tutorial as we guide you through the process of crocheting this stunning pineapple stitch sleeveless cardigan. From start to finish, you’ll be guided through each intricate step, allowing you to create your own beautiful garment with ease. The video tutorial is demonstrated in size M/L.
Bora Bora Sleeveless Cardigan
Join me for this detailed tutorial on how to complete the Bora Bora Sleeveless Cardigan in size M/L
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The PDF includes a schematic, stitch chart and customization tips.
Bora Bora Sleeveless Crochet Cardigan
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Front – Make 2
Row 1 (rs):
With smaller hook, ch 61 (61, 81, 81, 101) (101, 101, 121, 121) sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn—60 (60, 80, 80, 100) (100, 100, 120, 120) sts.
Row 2 (was):
With larger hook, work stitch pattern setup row.
Rows 3-66:
Work stitch pattern Rows 1-8 [8 times].
Row 67 (rs):
Work stitch pattern Row 1. Fasten off, leaving a tail for seaming.
Finishing
Wet block and pin to measurements. Allow to dry thoroughly.
Seaming
With rs facing towards each other, seam with a whip stitch top rows of front panels to the back panel’s top rows creating the shoulders. Starting at the bottom with rs facing seam up the sides lining up the lace stitch pattern as you sew. Leave an 8 (8, 9, 9, 10) (11, 11, 12, 12)” opening for arms. Weave in ends.
Belt
Combine two strands of yarn and make a chain to the desired belt length. Alternatively, use a lucet fork to make an icord. Fasten off and weave in ends.
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