The Perfect Fall Duster Cardigan | Step-by-Step Tutorial

[@pamfitzgerald8378]

Oh friend when you showed how this is constructed with the paper you have no idea how much I appreciated that!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

You're so welcome @pamfitzgerald8378! I'm so glad you found that helpful. Thank you so much ☺

[@job5802]

I've just finished doing this and it turned out beautiful. It's for a friend of my daughters and she loves it. Thank you for sharing the pattern. Look forward to doing more of your tutorials ❤

[@CrochetStateofMind]

This comment just made my night - thank you so much @job5802 🤗 I look forward to hearing how my others turn out for you ☺

[@elizabethjean3953]

Gurll..I have never seen a first row started this way.. mind blown! Will be forever doing it this way! I've always chain stitched thenstarted DC or whatever stitch. But nowwwwww 😊😊😊 Thank you!!!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@elizabethjean3953 LOL!! 🤣🤣🤣I feel you... you're so welcome ☺ever since I learned this method I just can't go back to the traditional method anymore...once you get the hang of it, it's so easy to start projects this way.

[@tonie1106]

You made the foundation roll crochet really easy and the cardigan is really nicely made. Thanks for sharing.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much for the compliments and positive feedback!! You're very welcome ☺☺

[@GloriaOlive-w2g]

I’m making this duster. I love the crochet pattern itself, I’m thinking about doing an afghan using these stitches. Very pleasing combination! Thank you so much!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much @GloriaOlive-w2g. I love the idea of the afghan! You'll have to tell me how it turns out ☺

[@carolynbryant-moore2798]

Video is so easy to follow, I also like to follow up with reading the pattern ❤ love the weather. Thank you for sharing.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@carolynbryant-moore2798 Thank you so much! ☺ Sorry but I do not have a written pattern for this project (none of my projects have patterns as they are all made to measure).

[@QueensCCrochet]

Hi! I just found you when I was looking for a long cardigan made flat and taadaa🤩Thank you for the easy to follow instructions. Just started my own. Hugs from Sweden🌺

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much for watching! 😊

[@viki6446]

@@CrochetStateofMind😂😮

[@viki6446]

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[@puffy8557]

Your demo of how to work the rows! Easy smart demo ! Applause girl

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much @puffy8557! 😊

[@brittneekennedy530]

Best tutorial ever and love that you do t have to join panels!!! Also just learning this double crochet and base chain trick. Yaaaasssss gurl!!!!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

😂😂😂 Hahaha this comment just made my morning!! I love it lol...Thank you so much for the support 😊

[@stephaniesosna8213]

Hello, this is the first video of yours of happened to come across. I love the way you used the paper diagram to describe the method of your cardigan construction. BRILLIANT I am now a new subscriber to your channel 😊👍

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much for the kind words @stepahniesosna8213! I'm glad the paper diagram was helpful! ☺

[@Татьяна-и8п2ы]

Красота. Благодарю за идею.❤

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@@Татьяна-и8п2ы Thank you so much 🤗

[@pamfitzgerald8378]

@stephaniesosna8213 oh I said the same thing, I learn differently and that helped so I could picture it in my head while I'm doing it, excellent idea

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@@pamfitzgerald8378 Thank you so much! ☺

[@msschonheit6800]

THANK YOU for this ONE panel duster tutorial ❤. I did the foundation dc row and the stacked sc between rows as shown, but (small confession), I’m too lazy to do a FOUR row repeat, so I just did V-stitch throughout 😂.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

The small confession comment made me laugh out loud 🤣 Thank you for watching 😊

[@thibodeaux99]

I like that it is a vertical stripe. It’s beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you for watching @thibodeaux99! ☺

[@msgranddiva54]

I recently started learning the new stitches of crochet because when l was taught 50 yrs ago all we made were simple blankets with single crochet or the granny stitch . Im so thankful for KZbin and you plus the others for posting tutorials for myself and others to learn this beautiful craft

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@msgranddiva54 Thank you so much, your comment means a lot! ☺ I learned crochet in Catholic school at the age of 9 and I was also taught how to make blankets and scarves using the traditional single crochet stitch!

[@sashamiller9924]

Ophire hooks are MY FAVORITE!!!! I can’t wait to try this pattern! Thank you!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

I absolutely love them as well @sashamiller9924! Thank you so much for your comment ☺

[@EmunaZamani]

Absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing. I have a hurricane coming my way so I will have the time to create my own.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Oh wow 😲 I hope it misses you - stay safe!

[@АннаМонтескье]

Очень симпатично. Благодарю за прекрасную идею❤

[@CrochetStateofMind]

You're so welcome @AhhaMonhteckbe. Thank you for watching ☺

[@louisegarnett4603]

I just found this video omg I love it this is my next project and I am a new subscriber looking forward to other tutorials

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@louisegarnett4603 thank you so much!! ☺ I appreciate the support!

[@GreatLakesGal-Diane]

Beautiful cardigan! Loved the tutorial, very well explained!! Thank you…❤

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much! ☺

[@bb3878]

Wonderful tutorial. Came across accidentally, want to make for my daughter. Was trying to see if it was a #3/#4, if I have to get subjective yarn.. Thanks again,keep up the good job.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@@bb3878 Thank you so much for your comment! I used a medium 4 weight yarn for this project.

[@rhaven50]

Im going to try and make this in a larger size. Groovy!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

I can't wait to hear how it turned out @rhaven50! ☺

[@Gemma_626]

The cutouts help so much. Thank you for this beautiful project. I'm going to start today!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@Gemma_626 - I'm glad you found the cutouts helpful! Thank you for watching and I can't wait to hear how it turns out! ☺

[@SoozeeQ]

I love this cardigan so pretty!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much! ☺

[@tjacksonkoon1403]

I so enjoy your tutorial for this Duster Cardigan...you are so easy to follow...you keep it simple and the project result is very functional and makes a beautiful garment...I will be checking out more of your projects...and anticipating new ones 🧶🧶

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much for the kinds words @tjacksonkoon1403! 🤗

[@lisadunithan1414]

This is so impressive. I love the ease of the design and that you incorporated the dc foundation and the stacked sc. I believe those make the work look more professionally finished. The vertical design was also a difference I haven’t often seen for clothing. I love it. Great job!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Wow, thank you so much for your comment @lisadunithan1414. That made my evening 🤗

[@ladycapulet0662]

Gorgeous!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much @ladycapulet0662! ☺

[@shell-belly]

This is the first video I have seen of yours. I have tried to follow other tutorials for making cardigans and get lost and confused very early in the video however your video is SOOOO easy and clear to follow. I can’t wait to now make one for myself by using your video and pattern you make it so understandable, simple that I will probably use this same pattern for the rest of my life and make one for everyone I know haha. Thank you. I will send you a picture of mine once I am finished!!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much for your comment @shell-belly! I can't wait to see the finished product(s) ☺

[@DarkBadger999]

Thank you for this! Ive been wanting to make something like this and your tutorial was easy for me to understand. 😊

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you for watching! ☺

[@alikc25]

This Tutorial is very helpful. Thank you for the video. The Cardigan is Beautiful.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much for the kind words @alikc25. You're so welcome! ☺

[@alikc25]

No problem.😊

[@yvonneglover8537]

Thank you for showing me how to create a long or short Cardigan, along with the cut out pattern. ❤❤❤

[@CrochetStateofMind]

You're so welcome! Thank you for watching! 😊

[@jessicakent3100]

Wow yet again another one of your beautiful crochet love watching your channel you have inspired me to have a go thanks for sharing x

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much @jessicakent3100 ☺

[@creativechaos953]

A huge thanks to you!!!!! What a beautiful thing! Thanks for the video❤❤❤

[@CrochetStateofMind]

You're so welcome! Thank you @creativechaos953! ☺

[@GitchaGoat]

Perfectly balanced and beautiful! You rock!! ❤ thank you🙏🏼

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much @Musiciansfortrump2024 for your kind words 🤗

[@CraftyMoom]

I've also just stumbled across your channel as I'm trying to learn how to properly learn and assemble crochet clothing projects. I am loving how you are breaking it down into a more simpler way for us beginners that have never done this stuff before. You've gained a new sub here. Your work is stunning! Thank you for your hard work and sharing it with us ♥

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much for your kind words @GamerMom77. That means a lot ☺

[@nandita5114]

Thank you for ur instructions they were clear , i started mine with black....

[@CrochetStateofMind]

You're so welcome @nandita5114. You'll have to share your final product when you complete it! ☺

[@sevdas8087]

So beautiful cardigan ❤ Thanks for sharing👏🙏🌹

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@sevdas8087 - Thank you so much! 😊

[@margaritapilarhuarangasumi7278]

Me encanta tu Cardigan tejere una gracias por compartir 💖🧶💞💖🧶👍

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much @margaritapilarhuarangasumi7278! ☺

[@tobemeis2bfree]

Thanks for sharing. You’re a natural teacher

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much! That is very kind of you to say ☺

[@robertazacharias7766]

I’m afraid to try a sweater I do blankets and shawls but love this I can do complicated stitches!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

You can do it @robertazacharias7766! You already have the hard part down with the knowledge on the stitches! 😊

[@angelica35821]

That is so easy to make. I was making separate panels. It was a lot of sewing to do.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@angelica35821 - I was doing that too before I found this method 😊

[@anonymous_6380]

Thank you for the tutorial and your voice is lovely too! 🩵

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Wow - thank you so much @anonymous_6380! ☺

[@anonymous_6380]

@@CrochetStateofMind ❤️❤️

[@RosettaMay-u1y]

Beautiful 🥰 pattern 💕 thanks for sharing watching from South Africa

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much for watching! 😊

[@aprilfoxbilligmeier2059]

You are a really terrific teacher!!! Everything was explained so clearly. Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful cardigan and your expertise. I subscribed to your channel immediately. Have a beautiful day.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much! 🤗

[@beverlyjohns2659]

This cardigan turned beautiful🥰 New subie who’s so excited to give this a try. Thank you for the inspiration 🌺

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much @beverlyjohns2659! 😊

[@karenellis3039]

Love this thank you for sharing, really want to have a go at this 👏🏼👏🏼

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much @karenellis3039. You should definitely try it! 😊

[@dwillcrochetqueen23]

Looks great when I am done will tag you! Thanks Sis.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you @dwillcrochetqueen23! Can't wait to see it! ☺

[@angg2957]

I just stumbled across you channel and was looking for a cardigan to make for myself. You explained everything very well. Your work is beautiful. Thank you.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much, that's very kind of you! I appreciate the compliment! ☺

[@tanyajenkins8326]

Yes ,your instructions were so easy to follow,and I thank you.

[@tanyajenkins8326]

I had to subscribe 😂❤😂

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@@tanyajenkins8326 I really appreciate the kind words - thank you ☺

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Hello everyone, several people have noticed a discrepancy with the number of rows in the BACK panel. In the video, the instructions state that the back panel is 26 rows total, however, upon going back to the cardigan and re-counting the rows, I realized that number is incorrect. The back panel is actually 35 rows, which is the 15 rows of front panel (x2) + 5 rows for the neck space. I am sorry for this error in my instructions and for any confusion (or frogging!) this may have caused! 😟Since this is a made-to-measure cardigan, I am hoping most of you took your own measurements and made the cardigan according to your own size, so this error on my part didn't affect your project! Thank you to those of you who caught this error and brought it to my attention!

[@elaineredman6296]

I'm so glad I found you!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you @elaineredman6296! I'm glad you found me too! ☺

[@diannahester6804]

Your instructions are impeccable & it made me a subscriber 😂!! Hope your voice got better & you are feeling better as well.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much for your kind words @diannahester6804 🤗I'm feeling better now - always an adventure with young kids bringing home whatever they catch at school 😂

[@jeanbarnes8948]

OMG I have been looking for a project like this, thank you

[@CrochetStateofMind]

I'm glad you found me! Thank you for watching! ☺

[@ShettikkaWoods-jl8iq]

Blessings and crochet 🧶👋🏾 awesome 👍🏾

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much @ShettikkaWoods-jl8iq!

[@TheWanderingQuails]

Your channel popped up on my feed today for the first time! I LOVE THIS CARDIGAN PATTERN!!!!! I enjoyed your teaching style and the paper graphic to show how to make the cardigan. I am now a new subscriber! Thank you!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@@TheWanderingQuails thank you very much for the positive feedback and support! I am so glad you enjoyed the video and pattern. Thank you 😊

[@elaineb1409]

Mine too. Just started watching.. that’s not a doubt crochet stitch though. I like 😢.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@@elaineb1409 Hello, thank you for your comment. Did you mean double crochet (US terms)? If so, I do use double crochet as well as half double crochet stitches in the pattern. The pattern is a 4-row repeat: Rows 1 & 3 are DC rows, row 2 is a cross stitch DC row, and row 4 is a half double crochet row. I just don't use the traditional chain 3 at the end of every DC row because I personally don't like the gaps the chain 3 creates. So instead of chaining 3, I prefer to use the stacked single crochet as an alternative, which keeps my edges straight and gap-less.

[@Debbie2004]

Beautiful thank you 🇨🇦 Nova Scotia

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much for watching! ☺

[@msmxd333]

Beautifully done! ❤

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much @msmxd333! ☺

[@oosoblessed3]

Amazing thank you for this ❤

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@oosoblessed3 thank you! ☺🙏🏾

[@jessicakent3100]

Wow yet again another one of your beautiful crochet love watching your channel you have inspired me to have a go thanks for sharing x😂what color yarn are you using

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much for your comment @jessicakent3100! The yarn I used was from Michael's Caron "Cinnamon Swirl Cakes" Marble yarn. I included a link to the yarn in the description box! ☺

[@darlenemarshall975]

Thank you for new stitches learned as I work through this pattern. Do you have recommendations to make the sweater larger - 2X?

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Hi @darlenemarshall975 - you're so welcome! I recommend that you take measurements of your body beforehand to determine the best size for each part of the cardigan. All of my projects are made-to-measure. In the description box on all of my videos, you'll find what parts of your body to measure, and I've also put together a short tutorial on how to measure your body (or someone else) to ensure that all of your future projects fit you perfectly (kzbin.info/www/bejne/oX_Rg6KAr7SksKM). I hope that helps ☺

[@wandacasper5612]

Beautiful. Love it.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much @wandacasper5612! ☺

[@leannolson1982]

Thank you! I love this!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

You're so welcome @leannolson1982! ☺

[@christeldaumerie8021]

Bjr, il est magnifique, j'adore ❤, Christel de la Belgique

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@christeldaumerie8021 merci beaucoup, ça me fait vraiment plaisir d'avoir des supporteurs francophones. Donc merci d'une francophone à une autre! ☺☺

[@zoilaadams4108]

Hello, I found you when I was looking up cardigans and it’s very easy to follow. I’ve never made a cardigan so the sleeves are a little confusing to me, working it in the round. not sure how to join at the end of each round I guess I could try and figure it out🤪👍

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@@zoilaadams4108 hello! Sorry for the late reply! In my upcoming cardigan video tutorial, I am showing how to work the sleeve in the round, specifically, how to join at the end of each round. I hope you will find it helpful! Stay tuned (video to be released tomorrow!) 😊

[@ritakoch370]

Beautiful work ❤❤❤

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much @ritakoch370! 🤗

[@dianefutcher7166]

Hello Crochet State of Mind pls advise what size your Duster Cardigan is and also how and where to increase for a bigger sizes. Many Thx and stay safe cheers Diane

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Hello, thank you for the comment @dianefutcher7166! This sweater cardigan was made to measure (mine was around a medium size in the video), so if you want to go up a size, you would increase the number of chains to make it longer, and you would increase the number of rows to make it larger. Similarly, for the sleeves, if you want them longer, you would increase the number of stitches; and if you want the sleeves looser, you would increase the number of rows. In the description box, I included information on what to measure to make sure it fits you perfectly. I hope this helps! ☺

[@cindyp2181]

If you already mentioned this, I apologize... what size cardigan is your tutorial for? Do you tell/list the instructions for other sizes somethere? Thanks!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@@cindyp2181 hello, this cardigan is made to measure, so the size is my own body measurements. If I had to take a guess, I would say it would be anywhere from a Medium to a Large, depending on your body type. All my projects are made to measure, and in the description box I have details on how I obtained the measurements. This is so that anyone can replicate my projects and make them fit their own body, without the need for a pattern. I have a video tutorial coming up in the next few days on how to take body measurements for cardigans/sweaters. I hope that will be helpful!

[@RueCardinal]

Looks beautiful

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@SumYarnjawn-n7e]

Hello. Where did u get your hook from? It's beautiful

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@@SumYarnjawn-n7e Hello, the brand is OPHIRE. Here’s their website ophireco.com/collections/hooks

[@danettetrostle7173]

Beautiful!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you @danettetrostle7173! ☺

[@PurpleDragonFlyWings]

Love this. Is it one size fits ‘most’? LOL! Is there a size chart somewhere? Ty in advance.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Hello, thank you for the comment @PurpleDragonFlyWings! This sweater cardigan was made to measure (mine was around a medium size in the video), so if you want to go up or down a size, you would increase/decrease the number of chains to make it longer/shorter, and you would increase/decrease the number of rows to make it larger/smaller. Similarly, for the sleeves, if you want them longer/shorter, you would increase/decrease the number of stitches; and if you want the sleeves looser/tighter, you would increase/decrease the number of rows. In the description box, I included information on what to measure to make sure it fits you perfectly. I hope this helps! ☺

[@kittylew5895]

I like this and may try it

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thanks @kittylew5895. You should definitely try it! ☺

[@sheilaearl2539]

Oh my, what a beautiful sweater, pls tell me you have the written pattern available I must try and make this 😊

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Hi @sheilaearl2539 - thank you so much for your comment! I do not have patterns for any of my projects because all of them are made-to-measure. I include how to take your measurements in the description of every one of my videos. If you get stuck at any point, I'm always available to answer any question, and I encourage all of my viewers to put their own personal spin on their projects! ☺

[@ziondaughter12]

This was an amazing video. I recently crochet a waist length cardigan for the first time. I like the way you taught this and showing the cut out pattern helped. Thank you for sharing your talent and gift! One question, does it matter if the foundation chain is even or odd?

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you, and great question @ziondaughter12! For this pattern, the foundation chain needs to be an even number because of the cross stitch double crochet row. That stitch requires even numbers.

[@family4loyalty211]

This Is Absolutely Beautiful ❤️❤️ I've been wanting so badly to make one of these but couldn't find a Tutorial,,,,Thank you so very much for sharing,,,,It truly is So Beautiful, 💓

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@family4loyalty211 So glad you found me! 😊 Thank you for watching!

[@carlalambert9686]

I’ve been looking for months now to make a cardigan . Yours is the most beautiful and the pattern is very easy looking. I started mine and I wasn’t doing very good with my foundation Road double crochet so I simply chained 120 and then I did 120 double crochets but I noticed that the chain edges are tighter. I don’t know how that’s gonna work if I continue I’m on fourth row right now. Any suggestions?

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@carlalambert9686 Thank you so much for the nice feedback! When you say tighter, do you mean the foundation row looks smaller/shorter than the rest of the pattern? Meaning is your work looking like it's widening as you work up your rows? If so, that's usually what happens with traditional foundation chains, especially if you have a tighter tension like me (hence why I use the foundation DC row as it creates a stretchier foundation row that is consistent with the rest of the rows). My recommendations if you're not comfortable using the FDC row are: 1) use a hook that's 1mm larger just for the foundation chain, then go back to your regular hook size for the remainder of the project. So if you're using a 6mm hook for your cardigan, use a 7mm hook for the foundation chain only, then go back to the 6mm hook for the rest of the project. 2) work your Row 1 stitches in the back bumps of the foundation row. I hope that helps!

[@carlalambert9686]

@@CrochetStateofMind Oh okay, thank you so much. I maybe just need to practice the foundation DC. Yes, the stitches are widening up as I go, so I only have the first 4 rows done. and it looks way tighter, I am afraid one side will be looser and one tighter when done thus not hanging evenly. (waiting to hear back-- thanks for being so quick!) I will frog what I have done and start either with a larger hook or try the foundation DC again. Thanks!! :)

[@Sandra-cq3nf]

Nice job

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@Sandra-cq3nf - thank you so much! 😊

[@diannes851]

Beautiful cardigan!! What is the size of the cardigan you made? Do you have a size chart available for the different stitch counts or inches for each of the panels? ❤

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Hi @diannes851 - all of my projects are made-to-measure, so it's difficult to tell you what size this one is (likely around a medium size). My goal is to equip all of my viewers with the knowledge on how to measure themselves, so that they will no longer need written patterns. There's nothing worse than purchasing a brand's Large at a store, and finding out that it doesn't fit as well as another brand's Large when you get home. In the description box on all of my videos, you'll find what parts to measure, and I've also put together a short tutorial on how to measure your own body to ensure that all of your future projects fit you perfectly (kzbin.info/www/bejne/oX_Rg6KAr7SksKM). I hope that helps ☺

[@diannes851]

@@CrochetStateofMind Ty

[@ThatsValencia]

How many bundles of that yarn do I need to use a xl for this project

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Hi @ThatsValencia - I don't have a great answer for you as all of my projects are made-to-measure. For my measurements, I used 3.5 skeins (likely around a medium size). I included what parts of your body to measure in the description box, and I've also made a short tutorial on how to take your body measurements to ensure a perfect fit: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oX_Rg6KAr7SksKM. I hope this helps! ☺

[@phyllisbrown6903]

I love you hook where was it purchased at ❤

[@CrochetStateofMind]

I love the Ophire hooks as well! You can buy them directly on their website - ophireco.com/collections/birthstone-collection

[@terrismith3209]

Great instructions and I'm so glad it was just one whole piece. I don't like sewing lots of pieces together. Thank you for providing these instructions! I'm not sure why or how but I think I missed something. Your instructions say 15 rows for each side panel. Your back panel looks like it is 30-32 rows (which makes sense) but you're instructions say only 26. Shouldn't it be 15+15 =30 or 16+16=32? When you are stitching the side panels to the back panel for the shoulders, it looks like there is enough stitches to even leave some space (for the neck I'm assuming). What did I miss?

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@terrismith3209 hello and thank you for the comment! After reading your comment I went back and double-checked and you are absolutely correct, there is an error. The back panel is actually 35 rows, not 26! I'm honestly not sure where the 26 came from, definitely a mistake on my part. I went ahead and made a comment in the comment section updating the row count for the back panel so that others are aware of this error. Thank you for catching it and bringing it to my attention, and sorry if this caused any unnecessary frogging!

[@terrismith3209]

​@@CrochetStateofMindI did frog some rows but not because of the number of rows (I think I should have went to bed early cuz my 4 row repeat became a 2 row repeat for about 6 rows...lmbo). I decided to do 39 for the back panel so it leaves 9 extra. So, not too far off from your adjustment. I really like this pattern! You did a great job with your instructions. I'm not done yet but I'm looking forward to the finished product!!!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@@terrismith3209 I'm glad you were able to work around it! Thank you so much for catching that error! 🤗

[@-.-4]

Lovely 😊

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you!

[@CeceNirvana]

How would you make this cardigan bigger? Just make more stitches in the first row?

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@CeceNirvana hello, yes, if you want to make it longer, just add more stitches in the foundation chain, and if you want to make it larger/wider, just add more rows. I hope this helps!

[@Bcutebeanieboutique]

Hey hun I was reading the comments on how to make it wider, did you mean to add more increase rows?

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@@Bcutebeanieboutique hi! Sorry no, I meant adding more rows; for example for my size, I had 15 rows in the front panels each, and 26 rows in the back panel; if one would like to make the cardigan wider, one would increase the front panel rows to let's say 20 and the back panel to let's say 36 rows (I'm just using those numbers as an example). Adding increase rows would be different as it would change the shape of the cardigan (i.e., from a rectangle to a trapezoid!). I hope that makes sense!

[@blessed1940]

😮​@CrochetStateofMind I am sorry. Your size is small, large or large? I wear large .so 15 front panel will be ok?

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@@blessed1940 You'll want to make the front panel larger by adding more rows. All of my projects are made-to-measure, but I would estimate that my size is around a Medium. As everyone is a different shape and size, I encourage all of my viewers to measure themselves prior to starting the project to ensure a perfect fit. In the description box on all of my videos, you'll find what parts to measure, and I've also put together a short tutorial on how to measure your own body to ensure that all of your future projects fit you perfectly (kzbin.info/www/bejne/oX_Rg6KAr7SksKM). I hope that helps ☺

[@emilyeross5499]

Hello, i would like to make this vest but only knee length. Would i just adjust the foundation chain row?

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@emilyross5499 Hello, yes, to make it shorter, you would adjust the foundation row to less stitches.

[@karmaisa93]

Gorgeous.... 3.5 skeins equals to how many yards in total?

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much @karmaisa93! Per the label on the yarn, each skein is 407 yards, so roughly 1,424 yards ☺

[@blessed1940]

I will use all cotton because my skin.

[@HoneyK001]

How long is this from the shoulder down and how tall are you? So I can see how it would lay on me

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Hi @HoneyK001. I am 5'2". The length of the cardigan was 51". I've also included how to measure in the description box, and I've recorded a short video highlighting how to take your body measurements to ensure all of your projects fit perfectly: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oX_Rg6KAr7SksKM. Hope this helps ☺

[@LLMarsh]

Love your work and tutorial!! I love that it is customizable. I can create one for my girls! Question on the sleeve part. Did you work continuous round or did you slip stitch at the end of each round ?

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much @LLMarsh! I'm sure your girls would love it! ☺For your question on the sleeves, I slip stitched at the end of each round.

[@LLMarsh]

@@CrochetStateofMind thank you for a quick response! You are awesome! I am making this now

[@lolagomez737]

Hello, can i buy that wool in Spain?? Thank you

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@lolagomez737 - I'm not entirely sure but I believe Amazon delivers to Spain? If so, you can find the yarn on Amazon and purchase there. I bought mine at a store in the U.S. called Michaels.

[@marollepigen]

Lovely cardigan. Can not find the instruction for a bigger size - Can you help ? Please ❣️

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Hello, thank you for the comment @dianefutcher7166! This sweater cardigan was made to measure (mine was around a medium size in the video), so if you want to go up a size, you would increase the number of chains to make it longer, and you would increase the number of rows to make it larger. Similarly, for the sleeves, if you want them longer, you would increase the number of stitches; and if you want the sleeves looser, you would increase the number of rows. In the description box, I included information on what to measure to make sure it fits you perfectly, but I also have a video that explains how to take your own measurements: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oX_Rg6KAr7SksKM. Hope this helps! ☺

[@KaleyJohnston]

I am a beginner, but I feel confident I could make this with your detailed tutorial. I just have a couple questions. What size is this cardigan? I am sure I will need much larger size, I am just trying to figure out how many more rows to add. Do you have info for the amount of rows for a larger size?

[@CrochetStateofMind]

You can absolutely do this @KaleyJohnston!🙂All of my projects are made-to-measure to ensure that all of the items fit perfectly. There's nothing worse than going to a store and buying a Large, and it doesn't fit as well as another brand's Large. I encourage all of you to take your own measurements before starting any project. I included what to measure in the description box, but I've also put together this video tutorial on how to take your measurements: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oX_Rg6KAr7SksKM. I hope you find this helpful! ☺

[@KaleyJohnston]

@@CrochetStateofMind thank you

[@ninascudder2366]

Beautiful tutorial, how many chains would I do to make it shorter, say to the thighs. Thankyou

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@@ninascudder2366 hello and thank you for your comment! 😊 This cardigan is made to measure, so you will need to take a measuring tape and measure from the top of your shoulder to your thigh (wherever you want it on your thigh). Once you have that measurement, you can then create a foundation chain that is as long as the shoulder-to-thigh measurement you just took. So the number of chains you need to make it shorter depends on your own body measurements. I hope that makes sense!

[@ninascudder2366]

Brilliant, thank you for helping. Yes, i totally understand. X​@CrochetStateofMind

[@elizabethtravis5684]

This is a wonderful pattern. Could you please tell us what amount of yarn you use? I’m still going crazy over crocheting at the age of77. Your work is amazing. Thank you. From the State of New york.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much for your kind words @elizabethtravis5684 ☺ I used 3.5 skeins of yarn for this cardigan.

[@nt84000]

I like it, but I would like to know how much yarn you've used

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Hi @nt84000. Thanks for watching! I used about 3.5 skeins of yarn for this project.

[@leannolson1982]

What size is this one and how long is it!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Hi @leannolson1982 - this cardigan was 44" long and made to measure (but was likely around a medium size in the video), so if you want to alter the size, you would increase/decrease the number of chains to make it longer/shorter, and you would increase/decrease the number of rows to make it larger/smaller. Similarly, for the sleeves, if you want them longer/shorter, you would increase/decrease the number of stitches; and if you want the sleeves looser, you would increase the number of rows. In the description box, I included information on what to measure to make sure it fits you perfectly. I hope this helps!

[@diannegeorge4895]

How many rounds for a large? What were the lengths of the different sizes

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Hello, thank you for the comment @diannegeorge4895! This sweater cardigan was made to measure (mine was around a medium size in the video), so if you want to go up a size, you would increase the number of chains to make it longer, and you would increase the number of rows to make it larger. Similarly, for the sleeves, if you want them longer, you would increase the number of stitches; and if you want the sleeves looser, you would increase the number of rows. In the description box, I included information on what to measure to make sure it fits you perfectly. I hope this helps!

[@antiqueqttomes4739]

how many rows for the center panel

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Hi @antiqueqttomes4739. For my measurements, it was 26 rows for the back panel, however, depending on your measurements, it may be more or less. I'd recommend taking your measurement from shoulder to shoulder to know for sure. I put together this short video tutorial if you need additional guidance on taking measurements: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oX_Rg6KAr7SksKM.

[@antiqueqttomes4739]

@@CrochetStateofMind Thank You so very Sweetly

[@robertazacharias7766]

And if I want to do a standard foundation row how do I do it?

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@robertazacharaias7766 - If using stacked SCs as an alternative to the chain 2 for DC rows, then your standard foundation row would still be 120 chains (assuming you want the exact same length as this cardigan).

[@diannajones2305]

How do I shorten the peice without on doing everything I've done

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@diannajones2305 Unfortunately you cannot, you would have to start over.

[@belizeangal3409]

Thanks for sharing what is the name of your crochet hook?

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you for watching! The hook I used is Ophire's "Blue Moonstone June Birthstone" 6mm hook. I absolutely love them - very smooth. ophireco.com/collections/hooks/products/limited-edition-blue-moonstone-june-birthstone-crochet-hook

[@angelabell3337]

How did you get it to even up to join the front and back with 15 rows on each side in the front and only 26 rows in the back?

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@angelabell3337 hello and thank you for the question! After reading your and the other commenter's comment I went back and double-checked and you both are absolutely correct, there is an error. The back panel is actually 35 rows, not 26! I'm honestly not sure where the 26 came from, definitely a mistake on my part. I went ahead and made a comment in the comment section updating the row count for the back panel so that others are aware of this error. Thank you for catching it and bringing it to my attention, and sorry if this caused any unnecessary frogging!

[@angelabell3337]

@@CrochetStateofMind you are most welcome. When I see something intriguing I like to make the size used in the video and then remake it in my size. Thank you again for the tutorial

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@@angelabell3337 Oh wow that's an interesting strategy! 🤔🤔

[@ΞένιαΚαλύβα]

Υπέροχη!!!❤

[@CrochetStateofMind]

Thank you so much! 🤗

[@angelabell3337]

Hi. Is that 15 or 16 rows for the front panel? With the 4 row repeat it’s 16. Just want to be sure

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@angelabell3337 For my size, the front panels were about 8.5 inches wide and came up to 15 rows, not 16. Depending on your own measurements, you may or may not necessarily achieve 15 rows, it may be more or less rows. You do not have to end the front panel exactly at the 4th row repeat. It all depends on your measurements. Hope that makes sense!

[@angelabell3337]

@@CrochetStateofMind thank you so much

[@tjleverock6799]

I did the 15 row front panel the 26 row back panel and the other 15 row front panel. When you close the shoulder and line up the rows for the shoulder the front panels over lap because the back panel is only 26 rows.....30 rows of the back panel will make it join but no space for the neck opening so the back panel would have to be at least 34 rows just to make room for a neck opening doing the 4 row repeat......or am I missing something?

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@@tjleverock6799 hello, if there is an overlap, then yes, you definitely want to make the back panel wide enough to leave a neck opening. There are several reasons why there was a difference between your version and mine, such as different hook or hook size altogether; tighter or looser tension; yarn weight, etc. But I’m glad you were able to identify a way to work around it!

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@tjleverock6799 Hello! I just wanted to update you on this....you were right, there was an error with the back panel, which is why you had an overlap! A couple more people made the same comment and after re-reading your comment I went back and double-checked and the back panel is actually 35 rows, not 26! I'm honestly not sure where the 26 came from, definitely a mistake on my part. I went ahead and made a comment in the comment section updating the row count for the back panel so that others are aware of this error. Thank you for catching it and bringing it to my attention, and sorry if this caused any unnecessary frogging!

[@tjleverock6799]

Thank you so much. I did not have to frog I did the extra rows on back panel.

[@CrochetStateofMind]

@@tjleverock6799 Oh ok good, I'm glad! 🙂