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Perfect for brisk days, the Double Espresso Duster Cardigan will become your favourite handmade staple. No need for a jacket with this cardigan. Its long length and oversized fit are like a warm hug on a chilly day.
Beautiful cables border the front panels, adding structure and dimension to this cardigan, which is worked in pieces from the bottom up. Don’t be intimidated by those cables; a video tutorial is included.
Below, you will find everything you need to make this Cable Cardigan, including the yarn, hook, materials, free written pattern for blog subscribers, pictures and a video tutorial. If you love this free crochet cardigan pattern, please share!
Project Overview
The Double Espresso Duster Cardigan is a cozy oversized layering piece with an extended length that feels like a warm hug on crisp fall days. Featuring beautiful cable detailing along the front panels for added structure and depth, this statement cardigan is worked in separate pieces from the bottom up for a manageable construction. A full video tutorial for size 2X is included to guide you confidently through the cable details.
Hook Sizes: US G+/7 (4.5mm), Hook Tray
Construction: back, front and sleeves are worked separately from the bottom up
Video Tutorial: https://youtu.be/1Q-A9lbiqcQ
Do you love cables as much as I do?
I absolutely adore crochet cables because they add texture and dimension to projects. First, they create a sense of intricacy and depth in the piece, making it visually stunning. Additionally, they provide a unique challenge that keeps my crochet experience interesting and engaging. Moreover, the process of creating cables allows me to explore different techniques and expand my skills as a crocheter. Crochet cables are a wonderful way to infuse personality and style into my creations, making them truly one-of-a-kind.
Is it difficult to learn crochet cables?
Learning crochet cables can be a bit challenging at first, especially if you’re new to crochet or haven’t worked with cables before. However, with patience and practice, you can definitely master the technique. It’s important to start with simple cable patterns and gradually work your way up to more intricate designs as you become more comfortable with the process. Many crocheters find that watching video tutorials and following detailed written instructions can be helpful in understanding the mechanics of creating cables. With dedication and perseverance, mastering crochet cables is certainly achievable.
If you’re looking to dive into the world of crochet cables, be sure to check out the Winter Wonder Cable Pullover pattern! It serves as an excellent introduction to working with cables.
Yarn Requirements for the Cable Cardigan
Sport Weight, 100% Premium Acrylic, 273 yards/ 100g
Shown in Cobblestone Heather
7 (8, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 12, 13) balls
Sizes
XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
Fits Bust: 30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62)”
Finished Bust: 36 (40, 44, 48.5, 52.5, 57, 61, 65, 69)”
Finished Length: 33”
Skill Level
Intermediate, Written in Standard American Terms.
Substituting Yarn
Yarn substitution is a valuable skill for crocheters, especially when the original yarn listed in a pattern is unavailable. The same goes for the Double Espresso Cardigan.
To achieve the perfect fit for the recommended sweater sizes, it’s crucial to maintain the same size. If necessary, adjusting your crochet hook size can help you achieve the correct measurements.
Selecting a yarn with a similar weight to the one specified in the pattern is recommended when substituting yarn. Starting with a yarn of similar weight will give you a solid foundation.
Also, creating a gauge swatch before starting your project is highly recommended. This will help ensure that your tension and stitch count align with the pattern’s specifications.
Yarn Substitutes for the Cable Cardigan
Crochet Hooks Needed
Or size needed to obtain gauge.
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Additional Supplies
Construction
The cardigan’s back, front panels and sleeves are worked separately from the bottom up. The collar is worked separately and seamed. 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 is provided on YouTube for size 2X.
Gauge
Body – 15.5 sts by 12 rows = 4” square in hdc
Ribbing – 18 sts by 20 rows = 4” square in sc BLO
Special Stitches
2-over-2 left cross front post treble cable (2/2 FPtr): Skip next 2 stitches, FPtr around next 2 stitches, working in front FPtr just made, FPtr around first skipped stitch and next.
Video Tutorial
Join me and follow along to this detailed tutorial to complete the Double Espresso Duster Cardigan in Size 2X.
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Double Espresso Duster Cardigan
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Sleeves – make 2
Row 1 (ws):
Ch 21, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each ch across, turn—20 sts.
Row 2 (rs):
Ch 1, 1 sc in the BLO of each st across, turn—20 sts.
Rows 3-30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62):
Rep Row 2. After final Row, turn, ch 1 and work sc sts evenly along the length of the band (1 st per row)—30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62) sts.
Body
Row 1 (ws):
Ch 2, 1 hdc in each st across, turn—30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62) sts.
Rows 2-3:
Rep Row 1
Row 4 (incr.):
Ch 2, 2 hdc first st, 1 hdc in each st across to last st, 2 hdc in last st, turn—32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64) sts.
Rows 5-28 (28, 28, 28, 28, 36, 36, 36, 36):
Rep Rows 1-4, ending with—44 (48, 52, 56, 60, 68, 72, 76, 80) sts.
Work even in hdc until the arm reaches the desired length. The pattern suggests 18” arm length. Last Row fasten off, leaving a tail for seaming.
Finishing
Wet Block and pin to measurements. Allow to fully dry.
Seaming
With rs facing, seam front panels to back panel with a whip st. begin at the outer edge, working inwards. Fold the sleeve in half and mark the center with a stitch marker. Rs facing line up marker to shoulder seam. Seam sleeves to shoulder with a whip st. With rs facing seam sides and sleeves. Weave in ends.
Collar Band
Row 1 (ws):
Ch 15, 1 sc in 2nd ch from, 1 sc in each ch across, turn—14 sts.
Row 2 (rs):
Ch 1, 1 sc in the BLO of each st across, turn—14 sts.
Rows 3- 316:
Rep Row 2. Last row fasten off leaving a tail for seaming.
Edging
Row 1 (rs):
Join yarn to front right bottom edge of ribbing, ch 1, 1 sc in each st along ribbing, 20 sts, 1 sc evenly along front right panel ( 3 sts per 2 rows ) 128 sts, 1 sc evenly across neck opening, 20 sts, 1 sc evenly along front left panel (3 sts per 2 rows ) 128 sts, 1 sc across ribbing, 20 sts—316 sts. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Seaming
Rs facing seam collar to edging. Seam each row of collar to 1 stitch of edging. Weave ends.
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This pattern is designed by Michelle Moore of MJ’s Off The Hook Designs Inc, based in Lakefield, Ontario, Canada. Your go-to source for modern, easy crochet patterns. Published on February 26th, 2024.
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