EASY CARDIGAN FOR BEGINNERS - FREE CROCHET PATTERN

V-STITCH CARDI - WRITTEN PATTERN: wilmade.com/v-...
--- Materials needed ---
Yarn: Touch of Merino (discontinued) or Coboo shrsl.com/3di6e
Hook size: 6mm amzn.to/39WrZtr
Hook size: 5mm (for the cuffs) amzn.to/2U4A6Nw
--- About this pattern ---
Make this simple crochet cardigan with my beginner-friendly pattern for beginners available in size S up to 5XL. All you need to know is how to make chains and double crochet stitches.
--- About me ---
My name is Wilma, I’m 25 years old and I live in the Netherlands. I design crochet patterns which I share for free on wilmade.com. I especially like to make garments, shawls and hats.
I was born with a (benign) tumor in my face. For more than 22 years my doctors did not know what it was exactly. In 2017 I did a second opinion and got diagnosed with an ultra rare condition. I immediately started searching for other people with this condition.
So far I have found about 40 people in the whole wide world. It’s amazing how many similarities we have and how much we look alike. Many of my upcoming patterns, including this one, will be special designs inspired by my new ‘extended family’. You can read more on my blog: wilmade.com/an...
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[@twocoolcatsandadog]

Thank you for sharing this pattern. So many are now charging, so I especially appreciate your talent and your generosity. I'm 70 and just now learning to crochet and love it! Guess you could say I'm hooked. 😁 💖💖💖

[@demmimorelle4654]

As a teacher, I have to say that this tutorial has to be one of the best instructional videos I have seen in a very long time!

[@WilmaWestenberg]

Wow, thank you so much! So happy to hear!

[@ellescott5724]

agree completely, I have used more than one of your instructional videos and you are and excellent teacher, thank you

[@annej4272]

I should agree !

[@valerie8905]

Completely agree also, love this tutorial

[@radhiraja30]

Love this tutorial! So easy and convenient to follow! Thank you so much!🙏🙏

[@annej4272]

This tutorial is so easy to understand and follow. The size chart is sooo helpful!!

[@GrandmaMarlayne]

I have never crocheted a sweater so this will be my first crochet sweater. I have knit a sweater before. You did a very good job of explaining what to do so I will give it a try.

[@glynette6570]

According to the measurements, a medium should've fit me, but I could tell the back panel would be too big. I sized down to a 5.5 mm hook, and that worked out perfectly.

[@lraston26]

Thank you Glynette6570. Since it stretches I decided to make a small size.

[@jodyfink1924]

I've never made a wearable for myself. I've only made 1 baby sweater many years ago. This is the cuffs I was looking for also so I'm going to give it a try. It appears to be on the lighter side too. Thanks so much. 😇🙂

[@prajaktarade9867]

Best part of your videos are that they are really short and crisp .... Yet it gives me the idea of the project clearly.... You have god gifted talent.... God bless Waiting for some more new ideas

[@Alex-by1td]

I wanna see how long this takes me Start : 3pm - 28th jan First front panel : 8:13pm - 20th feb (took me longer than I thought because of work and not crocheting for a few days) 2nd front panel : 6:06pm - 25th feb Love this tutorial btw very easy to follow

[@deborahjohnson7861]

I'm starting Jan.31

[@bagaskris1330]

Hi I'm Kris from Indonesia , so happy to found your tutorial video ... I'm a newbie for crochet and I hope can try to make a cardigan for my lovely mother and my self with following your instruction .... 🥰🥰, Can't wait to buy a yarn for

[@lorettarendon1725]

In just finished this yesterday! Your measurements where spot on for the large. Thank you!

[@lindcobbs4615]

Very pretty pattern, I can't wait to make this with my Lion Brand Mandala Ombre, Which is a gradient shade of denim colors. Thanks for sharing and listing the sizing chart. This will help me to crochet this beautiful sweater in my size.

[@christinehowell]

I love this design. You make it so easy to create beautiful things. I think this could be my first attempt at crocheting clothing!

[@harrietvalla1713]

Hi Wilma thank you so much for this tutorial. You explain everything so thoroughly. I made this cardigan in powder pink. It came out beautiful. Thanks for all you do.

[@sunduskhan242]

My sister made it for me in covid time when I didn't had any warm clothes thank you so much for it:)

[@WilmaWestenberg]

That’s amazing😍💗🤗

[@darlareed3391]

Simple instructions and well done video tutorial. Such a lovely pattern. Thank you so much for sharing with us!

[@WilmaWestenberg]

Thanks so much 😊

[@arunaprasad1155]

Thank you for sharing this pattern. The instructions are super clear. I've just finished the cardigan and happy with the way it's turned out.

[@WilmaWestenberg]

So happy to hear, thank you!

[@karengodoy6059]

Thank you I love this design I am a beginner and really appreciate the verbal detailed instructions and written instructions you are a wonderful teacher as well as talented. Thank you! 🥰

[@mrsstrawberryluv1]

Thank you so much finally got it written down in my head I love this pattern and the yarn I use is so soft from Hobbi yarn in Demark Canada only thing if you miss one double crochet in one area omg 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️you must pull it those rows down this happen to me last nite I were on my 12 row I check my work omg I had to pull them all due to I miss one db crochet in a post I was down to 5 rows smh 🤣😂so now I make sure I check each row before I ch 3 and turn 😊

[@sandraklipper5935]

Sehr schön. Vielen Dank für die tolle Anleitung Wilma😉😉

[@hazalgunay4794]

Turkcesini istiyorum tig kac numara yabanci dili anlamiyorum

[@trixieknits]

I’m going to make this as soon as I fine the perfect yarn and decide upon color.

[@mamacamano7507]

This is so beautiful, I've been crocheting since 2014, but I have never made a cardigan. I will try to make this one. Thank you for sharing!🥰

[@branislavapogacic]

Made already three of these, two for myself and one for a friend. Easy to make, comfortable to wear, too bad I can’t post photo here. Thanks Wilma!

[@margaretmorgan3693]

Very nice and neat. The Milano wool makes it look expensive and will keep its shape and longevity

[@laurasuarez6474]

hartelijk dank Wilma, de vest is prachtig. Groetjes.

[@juliebatty5363]

I made a start first attempt at making a cardigan, excellent video and great instructions.

[@fleurwatson3805]

I love this design! Your video is so easy to follow. All your designs are beautiful. You are so talented.

[@helendavis8863]

Thank you so much for this fantastic tutorial! I love my cardigan! I used the same grey color that you used. It goes with everything.

[@Tossie1425]

Can't wait to finish mine I'm using a cherry red. very good instructional teacher. thank you

[@abeeribrahim632]

جيد جدا شرحك وافى و سهل انا مصرية و بتعلم كروشية برافو

[@carolehartley3067]

Just finished this cardigan, thank you so much for this excellent tutorial.

[@WilmaWestenberg]

So happy to hear! Thank you 💗

[@Priyaanka100]

Thank you so much... Your instructions are so clear and easy to follow.. Love from India

[@dianapulido1807]

This is beautiful I will probably make more than one. I will definitely make one in red so I can wear it to work. Right now, I am on a yarn diet so it might be a while before I can buy the yarn. Thanks for this amazing sweater pattern.

[@aadebahr]

I love yarn diet😂🤣

[@WilmaWestenberg]

Haha, yarn diet! Can't wait to see yours ❤

[@ramanadella3926]

Thank you so much, I made one for my mother, multi colored, half hands, it came out very well.

[@telmacastillo5849]

Thanks for teaching an easy way how to make a cardigan. Am going to make one for me.

[@RockyRacoon123]

I made this sweater last year. Love it..currently working on my 2nd one.

[@carolbeck3645]

Thank you so much ❤️ I've been looking for a mesh cardigan because of my age and the hot flashes. Again Thanks 😘!!!

[@dianabutler9570]

Thank you so much for sharing I made one of yours before and it came out to small so I’m going to try it again this time it’s for me by the way I gave to other one to a friend and she loved ❤❤❤it thanks again 😊😊😊

[@annew441]

Great tutorial. I'm almost finished mine and i am delighted. Thanks so much 😊

[@sahanahn19]

Mam it's really really amazing 👌👌👌 U have really explained it very clearly. Thank you so much🙂

[@cyanhe]

I’ve never seen anyone else hold their yarn and project like I do... but it’s exactly like you do!! Very helpful tutorial, I’m starting this cardigan now!

[@Duracell-19]

Beautiful you are an excellent teacher thank you for inspiring me ❤️

[@kathsspencer1282]

Really simple but beautiful pattern. Won’t be the only one I make😊

[@danielaparra794]

Que hermoso el chaleco,!!! Y gracias...por poner las tallas y las corridas en pantallas...👏👏👏👏

[@jackimayo5650]

What a beautiful cardigan. Can't wait to crochet it.

[@deborahm4484]

Hi Wilma this is gorgeous you are an amazing girl young woman, I'm 71years old and have crocheted my whole life, can I forgot in d k yarn say with a 5mm hook, thanks Wilma great pattern love it blessings from Ireland xx

[@WilmaWestenberg]

Thank you so much for your lovely words! So far I've not made this cardigan with any other yarn yet ❤

[@deborahm4484]

Thanks for the. Reply I have started it in Dk yarn and it's coming out great, I did it in lavender, thanks so much for sharing xxx

[@donnakallio5814]

Thank you I thInk this is going to be my first attempt at making a cardigan !

[@aril7718]

So how’d it turn out? I completely messed up mine

[@mariamosqueda8106]

Muy bonito me encantó tanto la puntada y el color muchas gracias por compartir bendiciones

[@wg9963]

Thank you for the pretty pattern and easy to follow video instructions.

[@didic6470]

Thank you for sharing. I like this cuff technique.

[@conley1205]

I just think you are a wonderful person. Thank you for sharing your designs.

[@suzannepassow1344]

Thank you for this pattern. Overall, it was simple. I really like the look. The next time I am going to tweak it a bit. I had a difficult time putting together the side seams, because it was hard to make a straight edge out of a wavey one. I would prefer the edges of each row to be straight. I am not sure how to do this with a V stitch. I'll have to research. I will also slip stitch into each row of the sleeves. To me it just looks neater than rounds. Instead I will Slip stitch, chain 1, then go into the V with a DC on each row. Update! I finished and my new sweater is lovely! Can't wait to wear it! Would post a picture if I could.

[@branislavapogacic]

Made it! Looks great! Very well explained, thank you!

[@janicechristy4650]

I ordered a kit of Caboo yarn in Taupe. I've been wanting to make a cardigan and this looks simple. Thank you

[@danaplatoforever]

Grazie per questo video, il cardigan è bellissimo e tu sei davvero brava! Un bacio da Ilaria ❤

[@bettyscuisine3008]

Wow! I am super excited and I can't thank you enough! Thanks to you I just finished my first cardigan ever, and it turned out fantastic! Great tutorial and very correct measurements! Super easy too! Thank you sooo much!!! Kisses from sunny Athens, Greece! 😊💓

[@sizakeletshabalala7810]

Thank you so much for your tutorials. I'm a beginner. Is so nice n simple

[@lydiarose29]

Beautiful tutorial..done with beautiful hands.

[@lindabrush8054]

Thank you so much for your patterns and instructional videos. I’m new to crocheting but am making the “ This is me shawl” and loving it!! I may try the sweater as well, it looks really nice!

[@champof64]

Simply super pattern. Thank you so much for the wonderful tutorial

[@Justme-Diana]

Thank you for pretty and easy looking cardigan pattern. I will definitely be making this one.

[@debbies688]

Thanks so much for easy tutorial for beginner.

[@WilmaWestenberg]

Glad it was helpful!

[@harrietvalla1713]

Hi Wilma happy spring. Thank you so much for this very easy to follow tutorial. I made this in light pink cashmere and angora blend. It came out beautiful. You are such an inspiration to me.

[@riskarellacatalan4205]

I loved this xoxox I started making it today with a deep blue teal colour and a deep brown for cuff and neck line. I am adding pockets on the front in the brown. Xox thank you for the great tutorial. Xox

[@debmorgaina2458]

Came to your channel from Ninas crochet. Great tutorials I can’t wait to get started.😊

[@marjankoevoets5435]

Love this pattern too. Ik heb all je patronen gemaakt. Ik maak dit vest in groen. Groetjes vanuit Canada

[@laurelgirard8475]

You are a very inspirational person! I can’t imagine anyone saying something mean to you after you shared your experience with us. Thank you for your amazing patterns. You have such a lovely contemporary style with unique classic touches. I love your cardigans, especially. Again, you combine a great timeless look with a more up to date feel. I hope you have more cardigans in the making. I can’t wait to practice sewing in my zipper!,

[@aygulmammetnurova7580]

Cardigan very nice 🥰Thank you so much 👍🌹🌹🌹

[@grannyarkue9199]

Love ❤️ it ur gentle instructions so well thanks for sharing ❤

[@shannonpumpkin5356]

Hello! Thank you so much for this wonderful patter. This will be my first garment. I would like to block it. Should I block it before I seam it and add the arms? I can’t to see the end resilt!

[@aat10Kyoko]

Thanks Wilma! This is my very first crochet cardigan. I did use the exact Lion Brand "Touch of Merino" and love how it turned out.

[@ilseh2970]

Fijne vest. Met veel plezier gehaakt. Groeten uit Thailand.

[@WilmaWestenberg]

Wat super leuk om te horen!

[@mariaguadalupezunigacastru2284]

Muyyy hemossooo... Gracias. Gracias. Gracias. Gracias. Muy amable por compartir tus trabajos. 🌹🌹🤗🙅‍♂️

[@surinderghuman5172]

Wonderful idea to make cardigan🙏🏼💐

[@suziedauerwhite468]

Made 3 cardigans on with my 4th thank you love the pattern!!

[@vescrochet]

Fantastic pattern .i gonna try this pattern soon if i have availble yarn.thank u so much for sharing..God Bless ❤❤

[@vivlee3840]

Beautiful. Another one on the list to do! You explain things so well. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful designs.

[@cindyreed2960]

What a great video. Very clear instructions.

[@debrariddle7402]

Fantastic teaching thank you so much !

[@shdhfhdbbsjsjstheuddbshs4629]

Hi - I’m gonna try this! . I will write in a reply in the comments to say how it went when I’m finished. Also I’m definitely subscribing!

[@d3zn4r4q]

Thank you..i start new project and try to find out how to ribbing the neck line like that, and woalah i find your channel..thank you so much...🥰

[@abbyhadid8627]

O.m.g 😳 I m watch this vdeo and i think thats is amaziiing It's super super amaziing...🥰🥰🥰 Loved it👌

[@WilmaWestenberg]

Thank you so much!

[@vss9197]

Thnx Wilma I'm making this in green I cant wait💚

[@teresitasperling7084]

Thank you for the info's, I made size 5x (made to order) and it was perfect! I just want you to know that you are awesome!! it was sold for $45. The only thing is I've used the Red Heart 100% acrylic and its much bigger than I thought. Thanks again!

[@mjvhhutchins97]

I will be using redheart super saver and wondering if you have any advice for me. I need a size large ao should I make the medium?

[@deborahallen1693]

Thank you for a great tutorial . I'm using Sirdar midnight fjords.. just the neckline left to do and I'm really pleased with it ! :)

[@dianagonzalez8113]

Thanks You for a tutorial It's so pretty

[@katyt4376]

Esta hermoso, aunque no hablo inglés esta muy bien explicado y fácil de entender.

[@Banu15Ardelle]

Hope i can make it. Thanks for the tutorial

[@elizabethvallely4044]

Very lovely cardigan be lovely for spring, enjoy the video will hope to give it a try, thank you for sharing subscribed to your channel...

[@asneiyhandmade9686]

Thank you for the design very easy and nice too

[@zureyaodula5348]

It was very easy for a complete beginner like me to follow. :-) Thank you.

[@dawnmontgomery73]

Just purchased your pattern on Ravelry for this. It will be the first wearable(other than shawls lol) I've ever made so I'm hoping it truly is "beginner friendly" lol making sleeves has me a bit nervous 😂

[@saowaneetudchai3208]

Thanks you for sharing this beautiful tutorial.

[@hersanomarife4716]

I like crochet thak u for i wach your vidio crochet

[@sizakeletshabalala7810]

Hello you there. I'm your new doll n I really enjoy your tutorials. Is so nice n simple🙏

[@adelasomonte9464]

Beautiful sweater! I will definitely make it. Thank you for explaining everything slowly and clear. :) 🙂🙂🙂

[@emanuelaprovana763]

Ti posso disturbare io ti vorrei chiedere riesci a darmi qualche indicazione in italiano ti ringrazio

[@aimeejoie6156]

Thx but explain slowly please. It is very quickly I don't take it. May God bless you

[@yohanapuji102]

Thank you...your cardigan very good

[@RIODJENIRO1]

What a lovely sweater! Thank you so much for making and sharing this pattern and video, I have saved it in a couple of files and placed this on my to do list. This looks like a nice sweater to have for spring and autumn! Thanks again, great job.

[@aketchdorothy1586]

Thanks 4 being such a gud teacher

[@katinkavos3982]

Hi Wilma! Ik ben nu bij rij 3 aangekomen en ik moet bekennen dat deze video voor mij wel heel erg snel gaat. Alleen bij de overgang van de ene rij naar de andere leg je de nieuwe steek 1 x uit (inclusief de overgang) en dan gaat de rest van de rij op fast forward. Zó snel kan ik het echt niet volgen. Ik zou het fijn vinden wanneer je de nieuwe steek een paar keer rustig herhaalt met uitleg. Verder, dank voor de tutorial!

[@michaelalynn]

I love this pattern, how many skeins does it take to make a size medium?