16 patterns
Crochet Cardigan Patterns
Crochet cardigan patterns make open-front or button-front garments, from simple cocoon cardigans made of a folded rectangle to fitted, shaped designs. Hexagon and granny square cardigans are popular because their construction is intuitive. Choose a drapey yarn, check gauge on a generous swatch, and consider the front band's stretch when sizing.
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Crocheted Jacket (1918): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Easy
- Yarn weight
- Light (#3)
- Hook size
- 4 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
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Ladies' Sleeveless Jacket or Hug-Me-Tight (1918): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Easy
- Yarn weight
- Light (#3)
- Hook size
- 4 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
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Nightingale Bed Jacket in Double Crochet Groups (1908): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Easy
- Yarn weight
- Light (#3)
- Hook size
- 4 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
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Woman’s Nightingale Bed Jacket (1915): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Easy
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 4 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
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Boldly Banded Man's Crochet Jacket: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 6 mm hook
- Yardage
- 230 yd
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Butterfly Filet Breakfast Jacket (1921): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Lace (#0)
- Hook size
- 1.65 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
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Child's Coat Sweater in Star Stitch (1918): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Light (#3)
- Hook size
- 4 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
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Crocheted Jacket in Two Browns (1915): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 4.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
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Filet Sweater Coat and Tam o'Shanter (1920): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
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Girl's Block-and-Loop Jacket (1918): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Light (#3)
- Hook size
- 4 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
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Pick-a-Length Long Crochet Sleeveless Cardigan: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 5.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 115 yd
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Skiers Beware! Girl's Crocheted Hooded Jacket: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 6.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 230 yd
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Walking & Talking Man's Zippered Jacket Sweater: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Light (#3)
- Hook size
- 5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 180 yd
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Daisy Bed Jacket, No. 11 (1970): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Super fine (#1)
- Hook size
- 2.1 mm hook
- Yardage
- 300 yd
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Filet Crochet Tuxedo Coat Sweater No. 851 (1919): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
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Ladies' Fitted Jacket in Crazy Stitch (1912): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 3.25 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
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What is a cocoon cardigan?
A cocoon cardigan is made from a single large rectangle folded and seamed at the sides, leaving openings for the arms. It has a relaxed, oversized fit and is one of the easiest crochet garments because there is no shaping.
Frequently asked questions
How do I add buttons to a crochet cardigan?
Work buttonholes into the front band by chaining over skipped stitches, spaced evenly, and sew buttons on the opposite band.
What stitch is best for a cardigan?
Half double crochet, moss stitch, and V-stitch give good drape without heaviness.