Introducing the Mauve-A-Lous Duster Cardigan—a stunning design with an easy-to-follow video tutorial! This cozy crochet cardigan is crafted in one piece, worked from side to side, making it seamless and extra warm. The pattern features basic stitches in a simple 2-row repeat. Scroll down to the bottom of the page to view the free written pattern, with sizes ranging from XS to 5X included!

This long, oversized crochet cardigan feels like a warm hug on a chilly day! The Mauve-A-Lous Duster Cardigan pattern is written in standard American terms and includes sizes S–5X. A detailed schematic is provided, along with measuring instructions for sleeve length, allowing you to customize your cardigan to fit just right. The duster length is approximately 36–38″, with guidance on how to adjust the length to your preference.

The Mauve-A-Lous Duster cardigan crochet sweater pattern calls for a US G/6 (4mm) and US 7 (4.5mm) or size needed to obtain gauge.

In the video tutorial, I used the Radiant Crochet Hook Set from WeCrochet. You can purchase them HERE

The textured crochet stitch is an easy 2-row repeat worked in basic crochet stitches that works up quickly!  It’s a simple pattern to crochet in only one piece. I enjoy working my garments in this manner so that the seaming is limited to the sides and sleeves.

The Yarn

I crochet the Mauve-A-Lous Duster Cardigan in Mary Maxim Mellowspun DK (CDN) 70% Acrylic, 30% Nylon (174 yds/160m/50g/1.75oz) Shown in Dark Mauve. You can no longer get this colour, but they have other beautiful options available. Mellowspun is on the light side of a DK and is very similar to some Sport weight yarns. Many DK-weight yarns you will find to be a little thicker. Compare the yards per gram to find a suitable alternative.

If you love this mauve, I suggest this Alternative from Mary maxim

Premier Anti Pilling in Thistle – 100% Anti-Pilling Acrylic (100g/273 yds)

Substitutes

Swish DK

Brava Sport

Wool of the Andes Sport

Yarn Requirements Mauve-A-Lous Duster Cardigan:

Mellowspun DK (CDN)– 70% Acrylic, 30% Nylon (174 yds/160m/50g/1.75oz) Shown in Dark Mauve.

Balls: 12 (13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20)

Yards: 2088 (2262, 2610, 2784, 2958, 3132, 3306, 3480)

Size Chart

Crochet Hook Requirements:

US G/6 (4mm)

US 7 (4.5mm) or size needed to obtain gauge

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Additional Supplies:

Tapestry Needle

Stitch Markers

Scissors

Measuring Tape

Garment Tags

Leather Rivets

Blocking Mat and Pins

Steamer

Gauge:

20 sts and 10 rows equal to 4″ in hdc blo with 4mm hook

14 sts and 12 rows equal to 4″ in pattern with 4.5mm hook

Video:

Watch how to crochet the Mauve-A-Lous Duster Cardigan on YouTube

PATTERN

Abbreviations

Blo – Back Loop Only

Ch – Chain

Dc – Double Crochet

Dc2tog – Double Crochet Decrease

Hdc – Half 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)

WS – Wrong Side

( ) – Work step in parentheses in indicated stitch

[ ] – Work step in brackets number of times indicated

Construction

The Mauve-A-Lous Duster Cardigan Crochet pattern is worked in one piece from the side across. All double crochet rows are worked on the RS and all single crochet/half double crochet rep rows are worked on the WS.

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 our YouTube channel for size medium. https://youtu.be/5eEQSuXibog

COPYRIGHT

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Pattern Support

Additionally, please note that the only pattern support offered for this pattern is available on our Facebook community group and through the YouTube tutorial. The modifications given in the PDF are the only ones included, so if you choose to modify the pattern or use a different yarn weight, you will need to figure out the modifications on your own.

We appreciate your understanding and hope that you have a fantastic experience creating this pattern. Please feel free to lend support to fellow members of the community group as we work together to create beautiful crochet projects.

Left Sleeve:

Row 1 (WS): Join yarn with a sl st, in first st after marker, work 1 sc in first st, work 1 hdc in next st, * work 1 sc in next st, work 1 hdc in next st; rep from * across to next marker, turn—60 (64, 68, 72, 76, 80, 84, 88) sts.

*Note if Right Sleeve was made longer than 17″ work additional rows before beginning decrease.

Row 2 (Decr.): Ch 2, work 1 dc2tog over first 2 sts, work 1 dc in each st across to last 2 sts, work 1 dc2tog over last 2 sts, turn—58 (62, 66, 70, 74, 78, 82, 86) sts.

Row 3: Ch 1, work 1 sc in first st, work 1 hdc in next st, * work 1 sc in next st, work 1 hdc in next st; rep from * across, turn—58 (62, 66, 70, 74, 78, 82, 86) sts.

Rows 4 – 27: Rep Row 2 & 3 [12 times], ending with 34 (38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62) sts.

Row 28: Ch 2, work 1 dc in each st across, turn—34 (38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62) sts.

Row 29: Ch 1, work 1 sc in first st, work 1 hdc in next st, * work 1 sc in next st, work 1 hdc in next st; rep from * across, turn—34 (38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62) sts.

Row 30 (RS)(Base Row): Change to smaller hook, ch 1, work 1 sc in each st across, turn—34 (38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62) sts.

Cuff:

Cuff is joined as you go to the Base Row.

Row 1:

Ch 36, work 1 hdc in the 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across, sk first 2 sts (base row), sl st in next 4 sts along the base row, turn—34 sts.

Row 2:

Work 1 hdc in blo of each st across, turn—34 sts.

Row 3:

Ch 2, work 1 hdc in the blo of each st across, sl st in next 4 sts along the base row,

turn—34 sts.

Rows 4 – 17 (19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31): Rep Row 2 & 3. The last row fasten off.

Finishing:

Block to measurements or steam block.

Collar:

Row 1 (RS): With smaller hook, join yarn to the bottom front right with a sl st, ch 2, work 1 hdc in each st across the front right panel, work 1 hdc in the corner of the neck opening, work 1 hdc in each row across neck opening ( 3 hdc), work 1 hdc in the corner of the neck opening, work 1 hdc in each st across the front left panel, turn—257 (269) sts.

Row 2: Ch 2, work 1 hdc in the blo of each st across, turn—257 (269) sts.

Rows 3 – 11: Rep Row 2, after the last row, fasten off and weave in ends.

Seaming:

With RS facing, use a whip stitch to seam the sleeves and sides. If desired, leave a slit up the sides. Shown with 38 sts left not seamed. Steam seams, collar and edges to finish.

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