Snowy Season Crochet Cardigan

Embrace the beauty of the snowy season with our new Snowy Season Cardigan, designed to capture the stunning essence of cascading snowflakes over a winter landscape.

Crocheted using Brava Speckle yarn, this cardigan features a unique construction that is worked in two pieces, beginning at the sleeve cuffs and progressing toward the center. The two pieces are joined at the back using a detailed slip stitch technique, which elegantly eliminates the shoulder seam and allows the textured stitch pattern to flow beautifully from the arm to the body.

This crochet pattern utilizes easy stitches that work up quickly, making it a delightful project for crocheters of all skill levels. Available in sizes XS to 5X, the construction provides ample opportunity for modifications to suit your body type.

Additionally, a step-by-step tutorial for size medium is available on YouTube, and both short and long versions of the cardigan are included, ensuring you can create the perfect piece for your winter wardrobe.

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Easy Crochet Cardigan Pattern

Learn how to crochet a cardigan with this easy-to-follow textured pattern! The side-to-side construction allows for endless customization—perfect for those who love to go rogue when crocheting.

Personally, I love oversized sweaters, but I know that’s not everyone’s preference. That’s why I designed this sweater with tapered sleeves for a more tailored fit. However, if you prefer a tighter sleeve or a baggier sleeve, you can easily swap it out for a different size. For example, if you’re making a size XL but want a smaller sleeve, you can use the size Medium sleeve while keeping the XL body. This sweater is truly a mix-and-match design!

Made with worsted-weight yarn (a favourite for many crocheters!), this cardigan can be customized to any length. Specific instructions are included for both a hip-length and a long-length version.

Size Chart

The Snowy Season Cardigan has a close-to-classic fit with 0.75 to 4 inches of positive ease. Choose your size based on your preferred finished measurement. For length reference, the model is 5 feet 6 inches tall.

Please note that yarn amounts are estimates and may vary slightly between different yarn brands and individual tension. It’s always a good idea to have a little extra yarn on hand to avoid running out during your project. Happy crocheting!

Skill Level

Intermediate, written in standard American terms.

Gauge

Body: 13 sts and 10 rows equal to 4″ in body pattern with 5.5mm hook

Ribbing: 8 sts and 8 rows equal to 2″ in sl st/hdc pattern with 5.5mm hook / 10 sts and 9 rows equal to 2″ in sl st/hdc pattern with 4.5mm hook

I’ve included some yarn recommendations that would serve as excellent alternatives for this project!

Suitable Yarn Substitutes for Brava Speckle

Premier Basix Tweed – 260 yards/140g

Caron Simply Soft + Tweeds

Wool Of The Andes Tweed – 110 yDS/50g

Berroco remix– 216 yds/100g

Before starting your project, it’s advisable to create a gauge swatch. This essential first step ensures that your tension and stitch count align with the pattern’s specifications, which is especially important when the original yarn recommended is unavailable or when a yarn substitution is necessary. Maintaining the recommended gauge is crucial for achieving the desired fit.

To reach the pattern’s required gauge, you may need to adjust your crochet hook size; switching to a different hook style or brand can also make a difference. Keep in mind that not all Worsted Weight #4 yarns are identical, as variations in thickness, drape, and softness can occur.

For your gauge swatch, I recommend starting with the pocket and checking your stitch gauge after a few rows of the pattern. If you are on track with the stitch gauge, continue working a few more rows to check the row gauge. For this particular pattern, row gauge will affect both the sleeve length and the bust measurement, while the stitch gauge will determine the sleeve width and overall length of the cardigan.

If you discover you have too many stitches, consider switching to a larger hook size. Conversely, if you have too few stitches, opt for a smaller hook size. Additionally, you can adjust the length of your stitches by pulling up on them or shortening them by tightening your tension.

Crochet Hooks Required

US G+/7 (4.5mm)

US I/9 (5.5mm)

Hook Tray

Abbreviations

Blo – Back Loop Only

Ch – Chain

Dc – Double Crochet

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

Construction

The Snowy Season Cardigan is crafted in two pieces, beginning at the sleeves and working from one side across to the center. Each sleeve features a gradual increase pattern, and chains are added to the sides of each sleeve to accommodate the fronts and back of the cardigan. Rows are then crocheted to create the front and back width, allowing for a seamless transition between the sleeves and the body of the sweater. Once the front and back pieces are completed, the two sections are seamed together at the back. To finish off the look, a “join as you go” band is added to the bottom of the sweater, along with a stylish collar for an added touch of elegance.

Video for the Snowy Season Cardigan

Welcome to our Snowy Season Cardigan crochet tutorial! In this step-by-step video, we’ll guide you through creating the medium-sized Snowy Season Cardigan, perfect for keeping warm during those chilly winter days. We’ll start by showing you how to crochet the sleeves, working across the body for a seamless finish. You’ll learn the techniques for seaming and adding ribbing for a cozy fit, as well as how to crochet stylish pockets to keep your hands warm.

Finally, we’ll demonstrate how to add buttonholes to the collar, ensuring your cardigan is both functional and fashionable. This tutorial complements our written Snowy Season Cardigan pattern, designed to help you craft a beautiful, versatile piece that you can wear throughout the winter season. Be sure to select your favourite yarn and colours to make this cardigan uniquely yours!

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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.

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