1. Introduction
Crocheting your own cardigan can be fun and rewarding — and it’s easier than you think! In this guide, we’ll make a modern, beginner-friendly crochet cardigan with buttons. It’s stylish, simple, and perfect for all seasons.
2. Materials
To start this project, you will need:
- Medium weight yarn (about 800–1000g depending on your size)
- 5.0 mm crochet hook (or the size that matches your yarn)
- Yarn needle for sewing pieces together
- Scissors
- 4 to 6 buttons
- Stitch markers (optional)
- Measuring tape
3. Notes (Steps to Follow)
Here are the basic steps to crochet the cardigan:
- Back Panel:
Crochet a large rectangle to fit the width and height of your back. - Front Panels:
Make two rectangles, each about half the width of the back panel. - Join Shoulders:
Sew the top of the front panels to the back panel at the shoulders. - Sleeves:
Crochet sleeves either as rectangles or in the round, then attach them to the armholes. - Seam the Sides:
Sew the sides of the cardigan and the sleeves together. - Border & Finishing Touches:
Add a border (optional) along the opening using single crochet.
Sew buttons on one side, and make buttonholes or leave space between stitches for easy fastening.
4. Conclusion
You’ve now created a basic yet modern crochet cardigan! This project uses simple shapes and stitches, making it a great choice for beginners. Once you get the hang of it, you can play with color, stitch patterns, or even add pockets for a personal touch.
Pattern and tutorial by KnitcroAddict