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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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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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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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Eight-square granny square vest
- Skill level
- Easy
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 800 yd
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Color Cascade Poncho: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 6 mm hook
- Yardage
- 230 yd
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The New High Rise Crocheted Vest and Skirt: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 230 yd
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Crochet Ring Poncho: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 5.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 230 yd
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Flowery Border Crochet Dress: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 230 yd
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Make Them Lacy Crocheted Vest and Tam: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 230 yd
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The Edwardian Knot Stitch Vest: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 5.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 115 yd
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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.

