Hooded Crochet Cardigan Pattern

We are excited to introduce our latest crochet pattern, a stunning and seamless raglan-style button-up hooded crochet cardigan. This cardigan is worked from the top down in rows, making it perfect for those who don’t enjoy seaming or are new to crochet.

This pattern uses a simple granny stitch cluster pattern featuring double crochet stitches and ch-1 spaces. The result is a beautiful and textured cardigan that you can wear on many occasions. It is beginner-friendly and includes sizes from XS-5X, allowing you to tailor it to your preferences and style.

Plus, we’ve got you covered with a step-by-step video tutorial, guiding you through the whole process from start to finish. Our instructions are written in an easy-to-follow format, enabling a smooth and enjoyable crocheting experience.

Below, you will find everything you need to crochet this hooded cardigan, including the yarn, hook, materials, free written pattern for blog subscribers, pictures and a video tutorial. If you love this Free Crochet Hooded Cardigan pattern, please share!

How to make a Hooded Cardigan

Creating a hooded crochet cardigan is surprisingly simpler than it may appear. With the Granny Pop Hoodie pattern, you’ll work from the top down, making the process even more simple. Once you finish crocheting the body, you’ll seamlessly transition to the yoke’s setup row.

From there, you’ll crochet the hood in flat rows. All that’s left is to seam the sides together, and voila! Your fabulous hooded cardigan is complete. 

Can a Beginner Crocheter Make a Cardigan?

With the right mindset and determination, a beginner crocheter can definitely make a cardigan. The skills needed for the granny pop hoodie include double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch, and chaining – all fundamentals in crocheting.

Don’t worry if reading crochet patterns seems intimidating; I totally understand! To make things easier for you, I have prepared a comprehensive step-by-step video tutorial that will seamlessly guide you through the process. You’ve got this!

Granny Pop Hoodie Features

Crocheting a cardigan can be a fun and rewarding project. One great option to consider is the Granny Pop Hoodie. This cardigan has several features that make it a great choice:

• Popular hoodie feature
• Button-up collar
• Pockets
• Easy top-down construction
• Perfect fit
• Lightweight with perfect drape and ease
• Trendy oversized fit
• Easily make it crop, hip, or tunic length

The Granny Pop Hoodie is made using the granny stitch, which creates a beautiful and lightweight fabric. The pockets add an extra cozy touch, and the oversized fit is both comfortable and trendy. With an easy top-down construction, you can be sure that the fit will be perfect. Whether you choose a crop, hip, or tunic length, this cardigan is sure to be a favourite in your wardrobe.

Yarn Requirements

Mary Maxim Prism (CDN)

Shown in Iris

Light Weight #3

290 Yards, 100 Grams, 100% Acrylic

See the Size Chart below for yarn requirements in XS-5X

OR

Mary Maxim Best Value (CDN)

Worsted Weight #4

342yd/170g, 100% Acrylic

Shown in Cottonwood

See the Size Chart below for yarn requirements

Substituting yarn

Yarn substitution is an indispensable skill for crocheters, empowering you to achieve desired results in case the original yarn listed in a pattern is unavailable.

The Granny Pop Cardigan is crocheted using Mary Maxim Best Value, a 100% acrylic worsted weight (4) yarn in colour Cottonwood, as well as Mary Maxim Prism, a stunning gradient yarn in a DK weight (3) and 100% acrylic composition, specifically in colour Lakeside.

If you wish to substitute the yarn for this pattern, I have provided a list of suitable alternatives below. However, please keep in mind that it is important to do a gauge swatch with your chosen yarn and adjust your hook size accordingly to achieve the pattern’s specified gauge for correct sizing. This will ensure that the final garment turns out as intended.

Yarn Substitutes

Mellowspun (CDN) is Made of soft, 100% premium acrylic with a special twist that we are very proud of! Choose from 33 luscious shades of dk-weight yarn that blend and complement each other.

Lion Brand Mandela will also work great as an affordable gradient alternative. King Cole Riot DK is an excellent wool/acrylic substitute coming in a few dark variegated woodsy colours.

Premier Bamboo Fair (CDN) Bamboo Fair, the perfect blend of bamboo fibre and cotton, boasts a silky softness and subtle sheen that’s ideal for warm-weather projects. Perfect for a day trip to the beach or a summer picnic. It’s 60% bamboo and 40% cotton, and each is 3.5 oz. The ball contains 273 yds.

Brava Sport – Brava is an affordable and versatile 100% acrylic yarn that’s gentle on sensitive skin but also hard-wearing for durability. Perfect for projects that require easy care and maintenance, it’s hypoallergenic and machine washable, making it accessible for everyone.

Crochet Hooks Needed

US G+/7 (4.5mm)

US H/8 (5mm)

Or size needed to obtain gauge

Wood Hooks

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Additional Supplies

Yarn Needle

Scissors

Measuring Tape

Stitch Marker

4-6 Buttons (35mm) (CDN

Steamer (CDN)(optional)

Hooded Crochet Cardigan Sizing

XS( S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)

The Schematic is included in the PDF digital download crochet pattern.

Gauge

Body: 4-3 dc cluster and 4 ch-sps (16 sts) & 7 rows equal to 4″ with 5mm crochet hook in dc pattern

Ribbing: 10 sts & 10 rows equal to 2″ with 4.5mm crochet hook in sc blo

Hooded Crochet Cardigan Construction

The Granny Pop Hoodie pattern is worked from the top down in rows until you reach your desired size. Once you’ve achieved the desired size, you’ll begin separating the sleeves and body as per our detailed instructions. Continuing with the body, you’ll work in rows, creating a beautiful, polished finish with a band.

You’ll then join back onto the foundation row to create a hood worked in rows. Finish the fronts and hood by working a row of edging for a button-up collar. Then, join back onto the sleeves and work them in the round. We’ll show you how to finish off the sleeves with a beautiful cuff, providing you with a seamless and professional look.

Video

In this video, we will guide you through each step of the pattern so you can create your very own beautiful hooded cardigan. We’ll start with crocheting the yoke, walking you through the whole process of separating the sleeves and body. Next, we’ll demonstrate how to crochet the body, finishing off with a join-as-you-go ribbed band.

We’ll then move on to crocheting the hood and button-up collar and joining back onto our work to crochet the sleeves, which we’ll finish off with join-as-you-go ribbed cuffs. As we go, we’ll teach you how to crochet the granny stitch cluster pattern, enabling you to achieve the textured and polished look of the finished product. To finish the cardigan, we’ll add pockets.

Purchase the PDF crochet pattern, which includes the schematic measurements and row-by-row charts.

Hooded Crochet Cardigan Pattern

COPYRIGHT

This crochet pattern and its contents are fully owned and copyrighted by MJ’s Off The Hook Designs Inc., and all rights are reserved. This pattern is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws and may not be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, printing or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written consent of the author, except in the case of permitted sharing on social media platforms.

Any unauthorized distribution or reproduction of this pattern or elements of the instructions is strictly prohibited and may result in civil or criminal penalties. This free crochet pattern is intended for personal viewing only. By accessing this pattern, you acknowledge and agree to comply with these copyright terms and conditions.

If you have any questions regarding this copyright notice or the use of the pattern outlined within, please contact MJ’s Off The Hook Designs Inc. in writing.

Thank you for respecting the author’s intellectual property and hard work!

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 our pattern. Please feel free to lend support to fellow members of the community group as we work together to create beautiful crochet projects.

Body

– (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)

Row 1 (RS):

Ch 3, *(cluster, ch 1) in each ch-1 sp to next V st, sk V st, sk sleeve section and next V st, rep from * once, (cluster, ch 1) in each ch-1 sp to last ch-1 sp, 4 dc in last ch-1 sp, turn—x (37, 41, 45, 49, 53, 57, 61, 65) clusters.

The Fronts and Back are now worked continuously in rows until the desired length is reached. If you wish to alter the length of the cardigan, you may do so as desired.

Row 2 (WS):

Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc, ch 1), (cluster, ch 1) in next ch-1 sp across, 1 dc in turning ch, turn—x (36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64) clusters, 2 dc.

Row 3:

Ch 3, cluster in first ch-1 sp, ch 1, *(cluster, ch 1) in each ch-1 sp to last ch-1 sp, 4 dc in ch-1 sp, turn—x (37, 41, 45, 49, 53, 57, 61, 65) clusters.

Rows 4-16:

Rep Rows 2 & 3.

Row 17:

Ch 1, work 1 sc in dc and first ch-1 sp, 1 sc in each dc across, sk ch-1 sps, end with 2 sc in turning ch, turn—100 (112, 124, 136, 148, 160, 172, 184, 196) sts.

For a long cardigan work sc’s in ch-1 sps ending with 131 (147, 163, 179, 195, 211, 227, 243, 259) add an additional st for an even number.

Band

The band is joined as you go to the body edge.

Row 1:

With the smaller hook, ch 11, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, sk first st at the body edge, sl st in next 2 sts (body edge), turn—10 sts.

Row 2:

Sk sl sts, 1 sc in blo of each st across, turn—10 sts.

Row 3:

Ch 1, work 1 sc in blo of each st across, sl st in next 2 sts (body edge), turn—10 sts.

Rows 4-98 (112, 124, 136, 148, 160, 172, 184, 196):

Rep Row 2 & 3 ending on Row 2. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Hood

With RS facing and larger hook, put a slip knot on the hook and join the yarn to the top front right setup row of the yoke.

Row 1:

Ch 3, 3 dc in first st, ch 1, sk st, *1 dc in each of next 3 sts, ch 1, sk st in each st to last st, 4 dc in last st, turn—19 clusters.

Row 2:

Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc, ch 1), (cluster, ch 1) in next ch-1 sp across, 1 dc in turning ch, turn—18 clusters, 2 dc.

Row 3:

Ch 3, cluster in first ch-1 sp, ch 1, *(cluster, ch 1) in each ch-1 sp to last ch-1 sp, 4 dc in ch-1 sp, turn—19 clusters.

Rows 4-21:

Rep Rows 2 & 3.

Finishing:

Fold the hood RS facing, sl st the top of the hood together going through each st and ch-1 sp . Fasten off and weave in tails.

Collar

Setup Row (RS):

With RS facing and smaller hook, put a slip knot on the hook, and join yarn to the bottom corner of the right front panel. Sc in each st across the band, 2 sc per each row across the right front, 1 sc in each st across the neck, 2 sc in each row across the left front, 1 sc in each st across the band, turn.

Mark Buttonholes

Watch the tutorial for directions

With RS facing at front left side, count 4 sts from the bottom edge, pm in 5th st, *count 13 sts, pm in 14th st; rep from *making as many buttonholes as desired. The sample is made with 4 buttonholes.

Buttonhole Row:

Ch 1, work 1 sc in blo 4 sts, ch 2, sk 2 sts, 1 sc in blo last 4 sts.

Next Row:

Ch 1, work 1 sc in blo 4 sts, 2 sc in ch-2 sp, 1 sc in blo last 4 sts.

As you are working the collar rows and come to a place marker, use these two rows in place to create the buttonhole.

Row 1:

With the smaller hook, ch 11, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, sk first st at edge, sl st in next 2 sts (edge row), turn—10 sts.

Row 2:

Sk sl sts, 1 sc in blo of each st across, turn—10 sts.

Row 3:

Ch 1, work 1 sc in blo of each st across, sl st in next 2 sts (edge row), turn—10 sts.

Rep Row 2 & 3 for the entire edge of the cardigan and hood working a buttonhole row at each marked st. Fasten off and weave in tails. Sew the buttons to the right side collar opposite buttonholes. Knot and trim tails.

Sleeves (Left & Right)

Round 1 (RS):

Put a slip knot on the larger hook (leave a long tail); at the underarm, work a sl st in the first V st (to the right), sl st in next V st (to the left), sl st in next ch-1 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in ch-1 sp, ch 1, *(cluster, ch 1) in next ch-1 sp; rep from * around, sl st in ch-3 to join, TURN—14 (16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30) clusters. Use the starting tail to stitch closed the hole under the arm.

Round 2:

Ch 3, 2 dc in first ch-1 sp, ch 1, *(cluster, ch 1) in next ch-1 sp; rep from * around, sl st in ch-3 to join, turn—14 (16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30) clusters.

Round 3 (dec):

Ch 3, 2 dc in first ch-1 sp, ch 1, *(cluster, ch 1) in next ch-1 sp; rep from * around to last 2 ch-1 sps, cluster dec across last 2 ch-1 sps, sl st in ch-3 to join, turn—13 (15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29) clusters.

Rounds 4-5:

Rep Round 2—13 (15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29) clusters.

Round 6 (dec):

Rep Round 3—12 (14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28) clusters.

Rounds 7-26:

Rep Round 2. Crochet the sleeves to the desired length. The band will add an additional 2″ to the sleeve length.

Round 27 (RS):

Ch 1, 1 sc in ch-1 sp, 1 sc in 2nd dc of 3-dc cluster, work 1 sc in each ch-1 sp and 2nd dc of each 3-dc cluster around, sl st in first sc to join—24 (28, 32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56) sts. Change to smaller hook.

Cuff

The cuff is joined as you go to the sleeve edge. Repeat Band Rows 1-3, repeating Rows 2-3, ending on Row 2, around the sleeve edge. Last Row, ch 1, with RS facing sl st cuff together, fasten off and weave in ends.

Pockets – Make 2

For a larger pocket add repeats of 4 sts to the starting the starting chain of 20.

Row 1:

With larger hook, ch 20, 1 sc in the back bump of the 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn—19 sts.

Row 2:

Ch 3, 3 dc in first st, ch 1, sk st, *1 dc in each of next 3 sts, ch 1, sk st; rep from * to last st, 4 dc in last st, turn—6 clusters.

Row 3:

Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc, ch 1), (cluster, ch 1) in next ch-1 sp across, 1 dc in turning ch, turn—5 clusters, 2 dc.

Row 4:

Ch 3, cluster in first ch-1 sp, ch 1, *(cluster, ch 1) in each ch-1 sp to last ch-1 sp, 4 dc in ch-1 sp, turn—6 clusters.

Rows 5-10:

Rep Rows 3 & 4.

Row 11:

Ch 1, work 1 sc in each dc across, end with 1 sc in turning ch, turn—20 sts. Change to smaller hook.

Band

The band is joined as you go to the pocket edge. Repeat Band Rows 1-3 with a starting ch of 6 rather than 11, repeating Rows 2-3 with 5 sts, ending on Row 2. Fasten off with a long tail for sewing.

Centre the pockets on the front panels, leaving approximately 2 rows of clusters below the pocket. Use a yarn needle and yarn tail to sew the pockets to the cardigan.

Finishing

For a professional finish and to prevent the ribbing from curling, I recommend lightly steaming the cardigan and ribbing. Gently use a steamer to release any wrinkles and flatten the ribbing. Be cautious not to hold the steamer too close to the garment to avoid any damage.

Washing Instructions

Handwashing or gentle machine washing:

To clean your cardigan, handwashing is highly recommended. Fill a basin or sink with lukewarm water and add a mild detergent suitable for delicate fabrics. Gently immerse the garment and agitate it softly to cleanse. Avoid excessive squeezing or wringing to prevent stretching or misshaping. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. Alternatively, if you prefer to use a washing machine, place the garment inside a garment bag or pillowcase to protect it. Use a gentle cycle with cool water and mild detergent. Avoid harsh spin cycles or high temperatures that can damage the fibres. Refer to the yarn label if substituting yarn.

Drying:

After washing, gently remove excess water without wringing the garment. Lay it flat on a clean, absorbent towel, arranging it into shape. Roll up the towel and gently press to remove more moisture. Then, let the garment air dry, avoiding direct sunlight or heat sources that could cause fading or shrinking.

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