How to Crochet a Cardigan - Free Crochet Cardigan Pattern - Crochet Sweater for Women

[@wandabigelow9692]

Because I am a sewer or seamstress as well, I'd like to offer a suggestion. When sewing on a button, put a stick pin across the button so as to make sure there is room for the fabric. Then, wrap the yarn a couple of times under the button before tieing it off. I've learned this the hard way. Good tutorial.

[@AnonymousAmyMakes]

Fantastic tip! Thank you!!

[@rachaelhartman]

Heads up to anyone who reads the written pattern. She counts the chain 1 as a stitch. I've ripped this out several times trying to figure out why my stitch count isn't the same. It's because the chain 1 is counted as a stitch. The written pattern is a bit confusing but overall easy to follow. I'm going to keep working at it. I love the stitch and can't wait to see what it's like once I'm finished !

[@Timeless_Tappers]

THAT explains it all!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you so much. I was consistently coming up 4 short.

[@aileensteffen7325]

My problem too coming up short re stitch count!

[@maggiestewart8620]

Thank you so much, I was ripping it apart and trying to figure it out

[@1234Loet]

If you do exactly what is described in the pattern, the stitch numbers are correct, without counting the starting stitches.

[@tbl2207]

Thank you very much love your work the only problem I have I don't know if it is the color that you choose maybe if you choose something more clear to see where you put the stitch I'm having problem with the corners because I tried but it's not coming out with that v shape so I think it is the color yarn Please explain it even more and show us more details thank you very much keep app the good works God bless you

[@clarecastellino6711]

I have been crocheting now for some thirty years and I had not known about this kind of a foundation row. I want to thank you profoundly for this. May God bless you always. It took me some time to learn this but now I can do it perfectly.

[@cathybohn9137]

I'm an intermediate crocheted and find this video very well made. I am a visual learner and you describe everything perfectly. I made this sweater in gray and love it. Thank you so much.

[@melodied4314]

Beautiful cardigan. I had some difficulty following this video. Usually your videos and instructions are very clear, and I have no problems following. Perhaps seeing the written pattern will help me. Kudos on creating another beautiful garment!

[@kantastricksandtips2253]

Searching for a prefect pattern for my mother in law during the whole winter! Thanks a lot for sharing such nice tutorial with detailed explanation.

[@Twinkley1981]

What a lovely cardigan. For someone who’s crocheted for years can I just say…you’re absolutely fabulous at explaining everything in detail. I was a very confident beginner in terms of trying intermediate patterns and I absolutely think a confident beginner could follow this pattern with ease thanks to your detail with explaining things in a manner that is easy to understand. Great tutorial. I’ve hit the subscribe button. 👏🏼🧶😊

[@gulliverjr]

We tried our best. Danke.

[@bruneybee1315]

Love this teaching to bits. Thank you so much for taking the time to explain it so well. I am a beginner crocheter so, I will watch this video over and over and see if I will be able to put myself to the test.

[@kimwilliamson7163]

Oh My Gosh! I just LOVE this cardigan!! I have been searching and searching for my first crocheted wearable, and this is it! I have knit a ton of sweaters, but never crocheted one. Thank you so much!

[@momtajbegum275]

I made one with m to l size plus added two square in the front as pocket I am loving it

[@jean-jn3nq]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! Including a written pattern along with video tutorial makes learning to read patterns and skill building so much more doable. 👏🏻😊👏🏻

[@YayForYarn]

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[@dollmm23]

I love the design and the color of the yarn you're using. I'm definitely making this sweater. Thank you for your great tutorial. 🙂

[@paulanarayan2929]

Thank you for sharing. It's a very beautiful cardigan. I love how you explained it. God bless your handiwork.

[@sarap6862]

Very nice. 🥰 Thank you for this tutorial. I love your voice. It’s so soothing to listen to.

[@KiKaBi]

I made this with a denim blue yarn. It turned out so beautiful!! Thanks for the pattern. 💗💕

[@genny-genevievemarsh]

Thank you for the lovely pattern for this cardigan. Just one bit of advice , it maybe easier to see the stitches when you are working if you use a lighter yarn ? I have just ordered the yarn to make this and looking forward to wearing this 😊

[@ArmySaini-pp4et]

XL size ke liye starting me kitni chain banani hai

[@VernaBradshaw]

I really love this sweater. I have already put this in my ‘must make’ list. I love that you have a video to support the written pattern.

[@jodraeger4139]

Thank you so much. I’ve been looking for something like this for myself. I look forward to making this with your help.

[@darthlaurel]

This would be a great stash buster. Lots of possibilities here. Does anyone else find her voice really soothing, for some reason? XD

[@zewdihabte970]

U r absolutly right I just said that when I started to watch the video🌷

[@sawsanaswad2619]

That 's right 👍🏻

[@KIYANSH-5]

Good

[@sarinasiangshai8356]

The pattern of the sleve is so small as we continue the sleve. Why it so?

[@YayForYarn]

Hi Sarina. Yes, the sleeve gets smaller as you go, because it is fitted. So as you get closer to the wrist, the sleeve gets smaller. If you prefer a straight sleeve that does not get smaller, then when the pattern instructs you to work Round 2, just keep repeating Round 2 of the sleeve until the sleeve is long enough for you. I hope this helps!

[@cathycollazo9322]

Thank you for this beautiful sweater pattern and all that you do. You are a great crochet educator, magnificent 😍👍🏼🌹🌺💐❤

[@ThembaneNxele]

Absolutely love it very beautiful and we learning

[@fritula6200]

The quality of the wool is so important to the finished look of this garment!!

[@sigridkutz4468]

Thank you for this lovely pattern. I couldn't see the individual stitches, so it was hard to follow visually. I also would place stitch markers after the first row, that way we could see where to place the "hdc, ch 1, hdc"

[@AnonymousAmyMakes]

Definitely my next project!

[@AnishNorge]

So beautiful!! Thanks so much for sharing your amazing talent with us :) I can hardly wait to make this.

[@raziavalera2606]

It's beautiful very nice pattern 👌 ❤thanks for sharing tutorial with us

[@sarahgillmore2486]

I am really going to try this for myself, it looks amazing . I love the pattern x

[@annefinch5210]

This is lovely pattern and you have described perfectly how to do it. Thankyou x

[@evaespitia5158]

What a beautiful sweater, thank you for tutorial can't wait to make one for myself....

[@deedeeodonnell696]

Thank you for sharing this!. Some day I will have to try this pattern I am not that experienced yet. 🐰🐰

[@MsSpiffer1]

Thank you for the video on crochet cast ons. I wish I knew about those stitches years ago.

[@dawnsabo5664]

I love this pattern… I feel that the color of the yarn makes it a little difficult to see while you stitch. 😕 but lovely all the same. 💜

[@mopi4930]

This pattern is what I‘m looking for😍. Thx for sharing and Happy 🐣

[@dpsciascio]

Nice cardigan! I will try to do it! Thanks for sharing and regards from Argentina

[@TCMedicare101]

Nicely done! I've been looking for a cardigan with raglan or fully finished sleeves. This one is perfect. I can't wait to get started!

[@tabindajigarmylove8869]

Soooo nice sweater and beautiful colour maroon 👌👌👌

[@melindamosbey8257]

Excellent Lovelovelove your sweet voice....pattern nice too!!

[@raycheletoory9472]

Beautiful...i love all your tutorials.

[@prittygal169]

This is beautiful I hope I can make it

[@myrnasolomon1819]

Love your crochet and knitting tutorials

[@ramonacowman7409]

Pretty cardigan. Great tutorial.

[@Csncelthis1223]

I've totally got to check my stash, im pretty sure I have what I need to make this!!♡♡

[@006pennylane]

postscript: the YARN/COLOUR is fabulous also :-)

[@zenaidasolis167]

Sounds like a beautiful cardigan pattern.

[@kristibbradshaw]

I love this cardigan.

[@henriettaakomanyi9527]

This is so beautiful...I'm surely making one. Thanks for the detailed tutorials

[@yaminisharma1012]

It is really beautiful cardigan .and your tutorials.

[@daleenredelinghuis2056]

Im loockibg for the pattern where can i find it please

[@YayForYarn]

You can view the free version of the written pattern by visiting the first link in the video description. I hope this helps!

[@terrillrogers9983]

Lovely sweater...definitely on my to do list

[@beverleydabell3241]

What a lovely pattern, beautifully presented thank you. I love it x ❤️👏

[@ImadetheCake]

gorgeous hook!

[@papermason]

This is my next project for sure!

[@nelliengomane9636]

Very nice I like your crochet hook

[@pomcloset2871]

Love the design and the color 💞

[@ClubCrafteria]

Beautiful cardigan

[@elizabethkegode2970]

I am do thrilled and cant wait to make one for myself

[@WeavedIn]

Beautiful tutorial. Thank you 👏

[@tahirajabeen9800]

Excellent video 👍

[@dollyparedes9020]

Muy lindo cárdigan, felicitaciones 👏👏👏👏😍

[@lakshmipriyapanda4702]

Thank you so much dear for sharing this beautiful experience❤️ Lots of love from India❤️❤️❤️

[@shreehandcraft1331]

Wow so beautiful pattern thank you for sharing this video friend 🌹🌹💕💕

[@stonecrestquilt]

Love this cardi and your videos. Your a great teacher

[@fritula6200]

Rachael... yr a life saver ❤❤❤❤

[@lindaparker6517]

Very elegant. Ty for sharing your talent. Be safe, God bless 💜☮💜

[@SettasPlace]

Beautiful!!😁💜🧶🧶🧶

[@kornkob95]

Really pretty!

[@artbyanjali7163]

Beautiful design💕

[@elviraserrano5009]

Wow, very nice!

[@dorothyroe535]

I have hobby lobby I love this yarn and the hook size is a I hook

[@vkndjoze8060]

Thank you for sharing such a detailed pattern. Will surely want to try. I would like to ask for a favour, can you please advice how does not do Row 2 & Row 3 for the size L?

[@YayForYarn]

I am not sure I understand your question. Are you wanting to know how to work Row 2 and 3 for size Large, or how to omit Row 2 and 3 from the pattern for size Large? Thanks!

[@jenitatissera3675]

I like to knitting this. Thanks so much.

[@dorisjones5675]

wow beautiful.

[@Natalia-sc8nb]

Really great tutorial, I haven’t seen this approach for crocheting cardigans but I like it a lot and I will try this pattern some time soon. Could you do a review on the furls streamline swirl hook you use in the video? I’m thinking of getting one but I’m unsure. Thank you and all the best

[@YayForYarn]

Hi Natalia! I plan on doing a review for the Streamline Swirls soon. The Odysseys are still my #1 favorite, but I like the Streamline Swirls pretty well, too. I prefer the Streamline Swirls over the wooden Streamline hooks. I hope this helps!

[@nadiyaadnan2246]

Love it darling😘😘😘😍

[@wandabigelow9692]

Put straight pin over the button, shed that will give your button some wiggle room.

[@dkirkby3854]

This will be a definite project for me!

[@lilzem]

i am defo making this

[@alimustafa7680]

That is a fancy hook

[@sarvathali6820]

I love this pattern and trying to one for my wife. Looking for size large free download

[@YayForYarn]

Hi. All of the stitch counts and information needed to make all 9 sizes are given in the written pattern. You can view the free version of the written pattern by visiting the first link in the video description. (There is a premium PDF version that you can purchase and download by visiting the second link in the video description, but the free version of the pattern is not downloadable.) I hope this helps!

[@Us-zy7xx]

Wow beautiful 👌

[@judarendse]

Hi when it says repeat row 4 -5 (7 times for large) is it row 4 and 5 equals once. From 4 to 5 again is twice?

[@YayForYarn]

Yes, that is correct. You will repeat that pair of rows 7 more times after the first time you worked those rows. So after you have worked Rows 1-5, you will repeat Rows 4-5 seven more times, which will add 14 rows to the 5 rows you already had. Then, the pattern says to repeat Row 4 once more after that. So at that point, you should have a total of 20 rows (not including the foundation single crochet at the beginning of the pattern). I hope this helps!

[@CybHoney03]

I got stuck here too, but it was my own fault by not reading it correctly. So glad you answered this! I am so excited to get this one done

[@yacinepion299]

Merci beaucoup il est beau ce cardigan thank s for all. U are the best.🌟

[@reenzy2254]

Beautiful cardigan! Im trying to make this as a birthday gift for my sister. I am a beginner, but I am familiar with all of the crochet terminology and all of the basic stitches this pattern calls for. stuck at the beginning of the second row. I don’t see where I have chain spaces. I was sure I followed that first row to a T. 🥲

[@YayForYarn]

Hi. The chain spaces in the row should be at the "corners" of the piece, where you worked "hdc, ch 1, hdc" all in one stitch. That part of the row will create a bend in your piece, where the raglan shaping lines will be. Feel free to send photos of your piece to blogger[at]yayforyarn.com and I will be happy to help troubleshoot. I hope this helps!

[@oneofcreatorscreationeastm8462]

Beautiful pattern ❤️ it's exactly the project that I have been looking for. I do wonder if the blo is an odd numbers of increasing stitches and flo is an even number of increasing stitches. I seem to always have an extra stitch for blo and I am unsure if I skip it work into it the hdc chain one hdc space?

[@YayForYarn]

Hi. In this pattern, you always work into the hdc right before the ch-1 space. Do not skip a stitch unless the pattern specifically instructs you to do so. If you have an extra stitch there, I would recommend checking the stitch count of your previous row against the stitch count given in the pattern for the size you are making. Also, please make sure you are working the first stitch of the row into the correct stitch. The pattern instructions say to work the first hdc into the same stitch the ch-2 is coming from. The ch-2 at the beginning of each row does not count as a stitch, so the first hdc is always worked into the same stitch the chain comes from. If you work the first hdc into the stitch after the one the chain is coming from, that will throw off the stitch pattern, and you could end up with an extra stitch before the ch space as you described. I hope this helps!

[@oneofcreatorscreationeastm8462]

@@YayForYarn thanks for the reply, I will be sure to count each stitch, some how I am missing 5 stitches so I will frog and start again but I am really enjoying the pattern so far.

[@MridulaGoswami-r7x]

Hi, please guide for xl size, how many chain need for starting for the same

[@YayForYarn]

All of the stitch counts and information needed to make all 9 sizes are given in the written pattern. You can view the free version of the written pattern by visiting the first link in the video description. I hope this helps!

[@mehwishaish7828]

Hey I just love this pattern ❤ I wanted to make it in medium size can you please tell the hook size for medium size Cardigan

[@YayForYarn]

All of the stitch counts and information needed to make all 9 sizes are given in the written pattern. You can view the free version of the written pattern by visiting the first link in the video description. I hope this helps!

[@jenmarkgren1996]

Hi ! Lovely cardigan 👍 I guess you can also do it with plain old regular hdc ?? Or maybe herringbone hdc... ?? (Ok, might look a bit boring, but... maybe quicker 😅)

[@YayForYarn]

Hi Jen. You could try using regular hdc, but the gauge might be slightly different. With the BLO / FLO hdc, the alternating texture keeps the stitch posts closer together. You could try it in a gauge swatch and see how it goes. I hope this helps!

[@dishabhatnagar5384]

Beautiful chrocet hook by the way

[@YayForYarn]

Thanks! It's from Furls Crochet: furlscrochet.com/collections/streamline-swirl-crochet-hooks/products/furls-streamline-ergonomic-crochet-hooks-swirl?#oid=1087

[@chrystaldefreitas6838]

Hi - Thank you so much for this lovely pattern. Your video is excellent and has allowed me to reach row 10!!! I'm so proud. I'm wondering through if I can change the stitch of the body of the sweater to maybe a double or triple crochet. This may look contrasting and give more stability?? Any thoughts?? Again, thank you so very much.

[@YayForYarn]

Hi! So glad that the video is helpful to you. The sizing and measurements of the sweater pattern is based on the gauge of the back loop / front loop half-double crochet stitch pattern. If you were to switch to double or triple crochet, it would probably throw off the gauge, as the stitches per inch and rows per inch would be different. You could try it and see how it goes, but for best results, I would suggest sticking with the stitch pattern in the pattern instructions. I hope this helps!

[@chrystaldefreitas6838]

Yes this helps and makes a lot of sense. I guess my problem is going back and forth between front and back in the same row. I get confused if the next stitch if front or back. I'm senior and vision is not the best. Could I do one circular length with back loop and one length with front loop?? What do you think - and thanks again for responding. I do love this pattern. @@YayForYarn

[@YayForYarn]

Glad it was helpful. I am not sure what you mean by 'circular length'. Do you know if that concept is called by other names as well?

[@chrystaldefreitas6838]

Hi - I moving along with my cardigan and I'm making a small size - but...the arm openings for the raglan sleeves seem too small. Do I just keep adding rows 6 & 7? The front looks good it's just that the arm openings are too snug when I try it on. thanks for your help. Chrystal@@YayForYarn

[@YayForYarn]

Hi. You could continue repeating rows 6 & 7. That will affect your stitch count, but if you're comfortable with making adjustments, I think that could work to increase the armhole size. Also, did you block your gauge swatch? With some yarns, the gauge can change after blocking. If your gauge swatch became slightly larger after blocking, it could be that the finished project may be slightly larger after blocking as well. I hope this helps!

[@gamingworld741]

6 n 7 row start with same back loop

[@huynhnhu2481]

Can you give me a chart? I come from another country so I can't understand your instructions. Thanks you so much ❤️

[@cozyowlboutique9335]

This is beautiful!! Love it! Do you have a pattern for kids 6+ years?

[@YayForYarn]

Hi! I don't have a kids version of this particular sweater, but I do have a different crochet cardigan in kids sizes: yayforyarn.com/mini-cozy-cardigan/ I hope this helps!

[@alanasmith6047]

I love this pattern, but because of the color I am having difficulty in seeing where the stitch to pick up after the increase is . I always have this problem when turning my projects. Can you help me. Respectfully, alana smith

[@YayForYarn]

Hi Alana! If you can first identify the chain space, then turn the piece so the top edge of the work is facing up, look at the v-shapes that make up the tops of the stitches. The v-shape from the ch-1 will be directly on top of the chain space hole, so the correct stitch to work into after the chain space will be the next v-shape along that top edge of the work. (You can mark this stitch (first regular stitch after the chain space) with a stitch marker before working into the chain space if that makes it easier to identify in the fabric for you.) If you have any trouble with this, feel free to send me a photo at blogger[at]yayforyarn.com and I will be happy to help!

[@florencenalwadda1515]

Thanks dear

[@gardinia9047]

So beautiful and attractive,I like it

[@fatiha4417]

Super beau merci 😍👏👌❤️👋🏻💐

[@sslexus430]

I am up to row 8 but I don’t think the arm hole area is going to be big enough. Is there a way to add a couple of rows before joining the arm hole on row 8 to make it a larger opening? I think I have about 6-7 inches on size large and I think I should have closer to 10? Or how many inches sounds like the right size for the arm hole on a large? Thank you.

[@YayForYarn]

Hi Sharon. It sounds like you may not have repeated some of the rows enough times. After you've worked Rows 1-5 once, you'll need to repeat rows 4-5 seven more times (for a total of 14 extra rows), and then repeat Row 4 once more after that. So by the time you've finished repeating Rows 4-5 and worked Row 4 once more, you should have a total of 20 rows. Then, after working Rows 6-7 the first time, you'll need to repeat Rows 6-7 once more before moving on to Row 8. If you do have the correct number of rows, then you might re-check your row gauge. If your gauge does not match the pattern in both width and height, it can throw off the size of the finished sweater by quite a lot. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any more questions. I am happy to help!

[@CrochetJewel]

Hi, I'm working on a crochet fall video on my crochet channel. Could I use your photo from this video and briefly talk about your video. I would link back to your video so you get traffic and credit. Is that ok? Thanks

[@YayForYarn]

Thanks for asking! Yes, you are welcome to use a photo and share a link to my pattern or video. Thank you!

[@yasmeenshehata4632]

Beautiful thank you so much

[@jeffreys5103]

Anyone know where I can find a pattern for a men’s cover up sorta thing. I’m wanting to make a button down loose shirt/sweater and I can’t find anything?

[@silmaraaparecidateixeira8592]

Belíssimo trabalho!!! 😍 Parabéns!!!! Qual o nome do ponto principal, quero tentar fazer mas não compreendi o ponto.😊