Beginner-Friendly Crochet Cardigan Tutorial - How to Make a Sweater From a Simple Rectangle

[@m.l.3649]

Love how these cocoon cardigans create dolman-like sleeves. And pockets-YAY. Thanks

[@joeeli7681]

I made this in about a week. I love it! It was my first garment. Thank you so much for the great video.

[@MsLori-BassGirl4Life]

This is by far my fav sweater. Im finally gonna conquor it starting tomorrow. Now i gotta say this would make a beautiful throw too. ❤

[@gerryrouse7537]

Great pattern with easy to follow instructions. Can't believe I did it. Actually used 2 strands of Roll with it Melange yarn and N hook. Turned out beautiful. Thank you!

[@EllePlays]

I made this last year for my Mom for a Christmas present and she loves it still! The pattern is SUPER easy and I love that there's a video tutorial! Love this pattern and will definitely be making another one this year.

[@michellekothe8627]

I just finished this. I'm very happy. Thank you for the video and pattern.

[@palacinkasmarmeladou]

I really love the trick of constructing sweater out of rectangle. I'm just about to finish the Modern Draped Sweater. I picked slightly smaller size than I wished for so substituted for adding more rows in collar (now it looks like front and back is purposely different pattern, which gives it interest) also added pockets (Which the other tutorial doesn't have) and now I'm here to add different pattern sleeves. This tutorial made me addicted to crochetting. This is my second sweater

[@SusanRitchie]

What a brilliantly constructed sweater! I'm definitely going to give this a go, thank you 😊

[@hopeflores9460]

I made one for my 2 year old and its adorable. I'm now working on my own and I cant wait to finish it. Thank you for the tutorial/pattern!!

[@wendytorres1514]

How many stitches did you start with??? I wanna try it😍😍😍

[@hopeflores9460]

@@wendytorres1514 the chains? For my 2 year old im not sure. I did chains than wrapped it around her waist to get an idea of size.

[@hopeflores9460]

@@wendytorres1514 sorry im not more help!

[@wendytorres1514]

@@hopeflores9460 yeah that helps, im gonna try it😍😍 that’s so cute. Thank you!!

[@hopeflores9460]

@@wendytorres1514 hope it turns out well! Goodluck!

[@davisxa]

I wish I could post a picture but yaaawy I did it! 2nd crochet garment ever! Thank you! Turned out very nice

[@despinatopalidou4737]

I would like to crochet this cardigan.. how many stitches should I make for size Small?

[@candylucchesi512]

OMG. I finally got it........so happy thanks so much for your video

[@kimtimmerman7709]

Could you please tell me how many rows for a large

[@lytanner1]

Just finished my cardigan & i really like the way it looks. Depending on how tight you crochet you may have to add more rows to make it look like the picture. Also, it will be difficult to complete withour the written pattern which she has posted for free. But if you are a beginner or have trouble reading patterns this may not be for you.

[@mamacamano7507]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful sweater pattern, I started making a shawl with pockets for my daughter with different stitches, then she had her heart set on a cardigan, so I used your assembly and she loves it! I am planning to make one of the other cardigans that you offer, they're all so beautiful!🥰

[@grandmalovesmebest]

Hi Jess. This is my next project. I'm trying to decide on a yarn & a color. i'm thinking yellow in support of the French. Just joined your crew and opened the archive. Wow! I'm making EVERYTHING! You are so precious to brag on your sister & design a room for her. Wish you were my sister. Thank you for sharing your talents with us. ☺️

[@neenalaake863]

Thank goodness for this video! I am a beginner and I even purchased the pattern. But I needed the video for the cross stitch and stitch placement.

[@fatfullday]

making this for my mil for christmas this year! can't wait to try it!!

[@MsLori-BassGirl4Life]

Id like to add a hoodie n make the arms longer as well n have two different kinds but i love it

[@jessieparker2435]

Ever since i first saw this i wanted to do it but i always find an excuse or life happened now life happened again..quarantine so i will try it second attempt. Thank you for sharing!

[@danniecrispin1]

Samee! I've had this yarn for like three yearns now and quarantine has made me do so many crochet projects so I'm tackling this one next :)

[@annettef.5654]

I started this today I’m super excited.

[@kristireiser368]

Made this and love it!!

[@debrateale8433]

Just finishing this love it only been crocheting for four months was really easy to follow thank you

[@d4rw]

1) 2:07 2) 3:11 3) 7:20 4) 8:10 Thanks for the Video

[@staciemace3944]

thank you very much for this video!! This is my first sweater and I DID IT :) Loved it!! Thank you so very much and I hope the rest of your video's are this easy to follow!!

[@makedocrew1717]

Congratulations on your first sweater!! I'm so glad this tutorial helped you. Now, time to pick out your second sweater pattern...:)

[@biancanortje1453]

Can you email the written pattern to me please [e-mail] I can't buy from where I live

[@nadiaverbeeck6109]

Love this one ! Already "Pinned" it ages ago ! I am now also subscribed to your guys' newsletter, so I don't miss anything anymore ! You've got great patterns and tutorials ! Keep them coming, please ! Love & hugs from Belgium !

[@makedocrew1717]

Hello from Colorado, USA! So happy to have you as part of the Crew, Nadia! :)

[@pippidraws7710]

@@makedocrew1717 Size n? What is that? Like in number size? None of the hooks in my town have letters

[@antonnettemcknight3954]

I am working on it and so far it looks good and the pattern I down loaded is pretty straight forward I am loving it

[@makedocrew1717]

Yay! That's great to hear. :)

[@РостРосток]

Спасибо большое за отличный мастер класс!!👍👍👍Шикарная работа!!🤩💖💕

[@paulajames384]

Oh man, I so wanted to make this sweater, I got to the 4th row and was done. Just was not easy for me. But it’s a beautiful sweater.

[@mamacamano7507]

May I suggest to try a stitch or stitches yuh ou are more comfortable with, then apply the same assembly 🙂

[@allisonbowie1872]

I couldn’t get past row three.

[@jwatley313]

Wow love this

[@mariadoloresnovello9552]

Grazie del tutorial molto preciso e chiaro. Bellissimo cardigan

[@TheSchaatje]

It’s so interesting that you do a yarn under instead of yarn over on your double crochets. 🤔 This is a beautiful sweater and I’m excited to try it. 😊

[@harmonyloveswellness]

I wondered if anyone else had noticed the yarn under while watching. I'm not alone. 🙂

[@ladydarcy4u]

I love it am gonna try it out for a class present!

[@CocotheNut]

This was super helpful, thank you! I'm a visual learner, I had some trouble figuring out the X row from the written pattern

[@carolvoisine4486]

Thank you for sharing. Ill be using this idea to finish off the shrug i made for my granddaughter.

[@makedocrew1717]

Oh great! I'm glad it was helpful!

[@wendym3499]

Thank you for making this tutorial....now i know what to make for all the ladies in the family for Christmas

[@makedocrew1717]

Those are some lucky ladies! :)

[@wendym3499]

Make & Do Crew ...very much so..

[@brookewashington3383]

I’m so excited to try this!! It’s motivation for me to quickly clean the house and sit and crochet 😍😍😍

[@rachnewall5931]

Now made 2, love this pattern 😍Thank you 😊🙏

[@beckysaurus3277]

Ok so I’ve made the sweater with a regular double stitch for 2 rows and a single for 1 because I wanted a warmer less holy sweater. Turned out great. However the batwing style sleeve is a bit restrictive in the range of motion. I dont know if that’s because I made it thicker, or the shape, or both. But It won’t work for me at my job but my friend who has a desk job was more than happy to buy it from me :)

[@sandrasheets9185]

I was afraid to try this sweater but its a lot easier than it looks. I have just gotten my rectangle done. I used lionbrand Shimmerie yarn its a bulky 5 had to do adjustments but my measurements are right so excited to get this done. Thanks for a great pattern...looking forward to trying more of them. Hope all is well...Happy Thanksgiving.

[@veselukha]

Thank you so much, Jess!!! The perfect pattern! I`ve just finished it! Love it!!! Thanks a lot for sharing))

[@makedocrew1717]

Awesome! I'm so glad you made it, and that it went well. :)

[@ThriftCityStyling]

New subscriber here 🫶🏽🙋🏽‍♀️ wonderful tutorial

[@mmtk2248]

Thank you so much for this pattern. I am going to try this with a bulky size 6 yarn. Hope it turns out as well as yours.

[@carolinacapunay8570]

Hello I was wondering if the weight 6 worked out for you? I am struggling on finding a good quality yarn in weight 5. Thanks so much!

[@mitzdeguzman8630]

i like your cardigans i will try those for my daughter thanks

[@My5sons1114]

This is gorgeous! Wool Ease Tonal is discontinued. Does anyone have suggestions for a comparable yarn?

[@kateneonne6757]

I'm making my one with lion brand thick-and-quick which can be bought at lincraft and spotlight in Australia (though lincraft is cheaper)

[@estherminnis1575]

Love this sweater❤How many stitches for sizes small and medium please?🙏🏻

[@adriannahailea3200]

i’m using caron big cakes with a 6.5mm hook to make mine so since its a lot smaller yarn i’m guessing i just chain until it measures 44” long for the foundation row, then continue crocheting the pattern to however big i want the square?! i love this pattern, thank you!

[@maggiefreeman6513]

Fantastic pattern and tutorial. Thank you so much 😀

[@makedocrew1717]

Thank you Maggie! Enjoy!

[@sweetmelisamakesmore5344]

Im so happy you did a tutorial for the dwell cardi, ive been wanting to make it. Thanks!

[@makedocrew1717]

Yay! I hope you find it helpful, Melisa!

[@mdestrad]

Make & Do Crew really beautiful! I will try to make one

[@susanvanvleck3957]

I don't normally use wool or chunky yarn but this tonal has me rethinking the whole idea lol

[@AndreiaLuizaS]

Thank you for Share🤗😍🙏🎈🌹🐾

[@deirdremunoz5186]

Thank you so much. Now i can make somthing i can wear instead of a Poncho 😊💞💞🐞

[@makedocrew1717]

Yay! Ponchos are great too, but this will be extra cozy!

[@mayrahermosillo9277]

hello am starting and i wanted to know how many chains for a large

[@dreamymm1970]

Amazing, am very new to crochet but your detailed tutorial gives me the will to give a try... will surely tag you if I manage to finish it. Thanks xoxo new subscriber here ❤

[@makedocrew1717]

Welcome to the crochet world! We are super excited to have here with Make and Do Crew! You can totally make this sweater. If you run into issues, feel free to reach out, or ask in our Facebook group. There are a lot of good helpers there! :)

[@Juliag111]

Can someone help me...? SUPER BEGINNER !! How many square windows should I have in each row if I am making the L/XL size? I know it says it should be the same in every row but I have a bunch of different numbers and I don't know which row is correct to keep following. Thanks!

[@rheawetzler1853]

Hi I love your pattern. I have DK weight yarn. Can you advise how many chains I should do to achieve this?

[@shelliealexander3439]

I’m making this pattern and have finished my rectangle. (Be sure to check your gauge. I didn’t check mine and had to add more rows to get the correct length.). How did you tie on your yarn to start seaming the sides?

[@lytanner1]

Hi, I'm using an N hook on 5 bulky yarn & having the same issue. How many rows did you have to add?

[@MrsNoji]

I wonder if this would work with just double crochets, imitating the dimensions? I kinda wanna do it.. but without holes

[@Gina_Hobbs]

You totally can. I made one with a V-stitch

[@joddiealcorn]

Thank you for sharing, I'll be making these all year long now!!!

[@makedocrew1717]

That's great! A new color for every season :)

[@claudiagomezpadilla]

it is very pretty, but I am afraid to do it, because I don't feel it is so friendly beginner... I will watch the video several times to decide if I am able to crochet it.

[@makedocrew1717]

Hey Claudia, I can see why it may *seem* intimidating, but I promise that once you have the basic stitch pattern (which I go over step-by-step in the video), you'll be off to the races! The sweater body is comprised entirely of that stitch, with no increasing or decreasing. :)

[@claudiagomezpadilla]

hi!! I played the video twice and now it seems not so difficult!!! I will make it because I love the sweater!!! I will try to let you know how I do :)

[@kristenv80]

That's why I gave up crochet and took up knitting

[@khancock52]

Claudia la Norteñita It is definitely not for beginners. I've been crocheting for years and never saw this x stitch. Too many fancy stitches today, thanks but I'll stick to the original!!

[@auntsandran]

It is really easy. I've made several of them.

[@sharonbenson381]

Lovely ..another beautiful cardigan

[@makedocrew1717]

Thanks Sharon!

[@ummsalamah7711]

I love it!!

[@marilynhuckeby1421]

What an adorable show would love to try to make thank you for sharing was wondering if it would change the pattern any where a lot of the times where you are stating yarn over you pull from the back of the yarn and don't actually yarn over should we follow the way that you crochet this or should we follow your spoken directions?

[@tinamorgan9347]

I'm adding this to my projects to do. I'm looking to fo thid in a 4x -5x. So help with foundation chain of how many? Thanks

[@kolapyellow7631]

Beautiful.

[@Jaslichno]

Beautiful work! Thank you so much!

[@makedocrew1717]

Thank you!! I hope you get to make it. :)

[@EsmeraldaCrosson]

3:41 I want to make a medium size can you help me with the pattern? Thanks

[@MamaPcreative]

Overall I've enjoyed this project and you do a good job explaining the stitches. I've gotten to working on my collar after finishing the bulk of the sweater but realize as I'm trying it on that it's waaay shorter in length than it looks like in the sample photo. My guess is that I used a smaller hook than I should have. It looks great but definitely will not fit the intended recipient...

[@makedocrew1717]

Hey! I'm sorry it's fitting shorter than you needed it to. If you have any interest (or patience!) to tear out the collar, you could always add additional rows to the main rectangle to make it longer before you move on to the collar. If you haven't already, it might be helpful to measure your gauge and compare it to the pattern just so you can sort of troubleshoot what went wrong so you know for the future. :)

[@MamaPcreative]

@@makedocrew1717 thanks! I do plan on remaking this sweater. I added a row along the bottom so it wasn't so snug there. I also realized far too late that I was using a smaller gauged hook than suggested

[@lytanner1]

Ok @@makedocrew1717

[@lytanner1]

Great

[@user-em5hw8qh3y]

I'm really struggling to find the free reference for sizes, I click the link to the pattern but the page doesnt have a link on it to the pattern except to ad one, I just wanna know the sizes 😢

[@shohrehsarem9571]

Thanks 4 sharing!!! Love it ❤️❤️❤️❤️💜💜💜💜

[@lieshadiaz8527]

Do you think we'd be able to line this as a rectangle then seem it up to form the sweater at the end and do the collar and sleeves after too? Like just a regular rectangle fabric inside as lining

[@vestahagan6129]

Love it

[@jennifertran7427]

I love your sweater instruction, super simple and clear. I wondering how much yarn, do I need for small sweater

[@makedocrew1717]

Hey Jennifer, Thank you! I'm so glad you find them helpful! I've listed the yarn amounts you need for each size of the sweater in the free written pattern which is link above this comment area in the video description box. Happy crocheting!

[@despinatopalidou4737]

I would like to crochet this cardigan.. how many stitches should I make for size Small?

[@vesnakrstic5195]

thank you!! amazing pattern

[@south13baddie99]

Could you maybe please suggest how to do measurements/how many chains to do for like a toddler size?? I want to crochet a set for me and my mini me!

[@lidasantander2714]

Beautiful,!, I would like to use a 4 ply yarn instead of 5 not sure how many stitches to work ?..

[@makedocrew1717]

I'm sorry, I'm not quite sure as I've only used a category 5 yarn. My best suggestion would be to make a gauge swatch and use that to figure out how many stitches you need to achieve the rectangle size listed in the pattern.

[@rositabrown5818]

Lida Santander I'm making this sweater right now with red heart super saver yarn because I couldn't find the required yarn to make it & I'm using 2 strands so it's bulky. So far so goid!! I'm making the smallest size to see how it turns out

[@megatexification]

I’m having a terrible time finding the turning chain! Can you help? Love it if I ever manage to finish. Lol

[@smoodyb]

Ohhhhh - never mind- found it on your website 😉

[@sharonmcmann-morelli4896]

I really want to make it

[@lbo6050]

Starting this now! I had to end up getting weight 4 yarn instead if 5 weight bc of financial reasons but... I'll still try! Thanks for posting!

[@daniellebrusoe9615]

I'm working on this sweater (thanks for the helpful video!) And have the stitches down, I'm just having trouble with the ends of the rows. My edges are not straight. I've gone over the video slowly many times so I'm hoping making some tweaks will help. I don't really understand whether to end rows by crocheting IN turning chains or in the hole/gap.

[@lhimalcolm24]

Crochet in the hole/gap, not the turning chain. The turning chain is needed to determine the height of the next row and is usually considered a stitch, so if you crochet in the turning chain, your rows are going to look wonky.

[@honeyfinch88]

So many crochet videos say "beginner" but are definitely not... This one included. Awesome sweater, though.

[@KMayflower]

Actually it says "beginner friendly" which means if you're a beginner you should be able to work this without much trouble. It's friendly for a beginner, but beginner is definitely a relative term. If you can't do this sweater you need to learn basic stitches and terms and come back to this when you have those down and you will see that this is very easy even for beginners. Remember that this is not a beginner tutorial on how to crochet but rather a video on how to crochet an easier sweater. If you wanted a sweater that was just single stitch all the way through or truly a beginner tutorial, the sweater would not be very interesting... If I can do it, you can do it.

[@Kayla-rd5jd]

I’m very much a beginner and I’m currently making this without much trouble. Sure, I may have had to pull out a row or two to start over but if you follow the video and pattern closely and take your time, it’s not as hard as it seems. All you have to do for the body is learn two stitches (other than a double crochet which is fairly well known).

[@NuNu__]

Love it!! Would I be able to use size 6 super bulky on the wool ease. We don't have the *tonal* type for lionbrand here in Australia... Thank you...

[@nanaahmad4866]

❤️❤️❤️❤️ love it

[@makedocrew1717]

Thank you!

[@sebakarimli3493]

Thank you very very much. I love you))

[@lesliegates8651]

Greetings, I would love to make this but use a dk or 4 weight yard, any advice?

[@estelamendizabal5636]

Hola muy lindo el punto y tu trabajo, podrías decirme cuantas cadenas urdiste? No alcanzo a entender y cuantos cms tejiste? Gracias . Saludos desde Antofagasta . Chile

[@johnkennedy4218]

Beautiful work!! Just wondering where I'm new at it....what do you think of me doing this sweater in an easier stitch for me?

[@lhimalcolm24]

I think this sweater could be done with a whole bunch of different kinds of stitches. Just as long as the rectangle you end up with will fit your body shape. Some stitches might hang looser or tighter so it might impact the fit of the sweater.

[@cathykeehn2003]

Can u use worsted weight yarn

[@Gigantechiquito1303]

Hello! ... How are you ...? ... I'm Carla from Chile ... I love your channel ... And I love crochet ... I just signed up .... I'm a beginner and there are many beautiful things I want to do ..... Could it be that your tutorials have their titles in Spanish please ...? Sorry for the translation, I don't know if it's okay ... 🤭🤭🤭 .... I wait for your answer ... Kind regards🌹🌹👍👍🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@fludrbywest3886]

The X’s are stinking the amount of stitches no? I have pulled my work out 3 times now and keep stinking my work!well the first two rows have worked so far 😀

[@AhomeforHisglory]

If I were to use size 6 super bulky yarn, would it come out looking the same if I do the same pattern? And how many skeins do you think I would need? Only because there’s a sale on super bulky yarn right now and I can’t afford the other atm :/

[@tracey1401]

I have Bernat baby marly yarn in 10.5 oz/ 300g 221 yards. I am wondering how many skins will I need to make a large to xl

[@marilyngallardo9279]

Es y son muy hermosos pero me gustaría que no tuviera las letras encima del tejido y que tuviese una traducción en castellano por favor, gracias por compartir ♡

[@ElyConriv]

Marilyn Gallardo hola qué tal me gustaría invitarte a mi canal de tejido a crochet en español. Soy ely conriv 😆 y soy de México 😀

[@marilyngallardo9279]

Ely Conriv okey me encantaría gracias por compartir

[@marlenymoyano2940]

Quien sabe medidas de alto y largo del tejido? Gracias.

[@jacquiward8471]

Please could you post the foundation chain for x1 size

[@kims4766]

I would love to make this But I am struggling with what kind of yarn and hook to get, plus understanding how much yarn to buy and how many stitches to use for the LG or xl

[@trixie8052]

I have tried this pattern 4 times now and 4 times I've ended up with a shrug and not the length that is shown in the pictures. Been crocheting for 18 years and its frustrating to mot be able to figure out where this is going wrong

[@amandajohnson6922]

I’ve been trying this (just learning how to crochet) and the basic rectangle was easier but the sleeves and collar and stuff is not easy...not sure what I’m doing wro g

[@carmellabraswell4386]

Dana Cason My first attempt ended up like a shrug too....I've already start to think what I can do to make it longer....lemme know what works for you....thanks!

[@lytanner1]

Same here

[@Gina_Hobbs]

@@amandajohnson6922 keep crocheting. For a longer sweater your rectangle needs to actually be closer to a square shape. Hope this helps!

[@Gina_Hobbs]

Keep crocheting 😉 For a longer sweater your rectangle needs to be closer to a square. Hope this helps!

[@kathiamata6905]

This looks amazing, can't wait to make it, can you tell me how much yarn do I need to buy?

[@meryembayrak2832]

Çok başarılı❤

[@sonjabirch5533]

Thank you for this tutorial, will be going on my to do list.

[@makedocrew1717]

You're welcome, Sonja!

[@krista0222]

Beautiful pattern!!! Quick question...at row 2 I have 95 st as stated in written pattern but when I do my row 3 I'm down to 91...should it stay at 95? :)

[@lauragorostiola4576]

I tried to make 110 stitches on row 1 but I cannot get the 95 stitches on row 2 and I don't know what I am doing wrong!!