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Since the spring season is coming up, I thought it’ll be perfect to make a soft cotton summer cardigan for the Yarnalina blog! With an intricate lacy stitch design and my favorite color combination, the crochet lacy summer cardigan is now available as a free written pattern on the blog.
Inspiration & Description & Process
On a random Hobbii yarn sale day, I hopped on the site and decided that this color combination for the cotton yarn was super fitting for the Yarnalina blog. And I just made a purchase. I’m a very simple person. I knew pretty much instantly that making a knit project with this thin yarn would take ages. I’ve also been seeing some summer cardigans on Pinterest, and cotton is also the perfect material to work with for summer clothes.
SO- I got to work with designing a cotton summer cardigan.
After deciding on a list of lacy stitch designs, the whole cardigan came together really easily. Since the entire piece is just comprised of different lacy stitches and a plain blhdc white ribbing, it was decently mindless once you get used to the stitches.
This crochet lacy summer cardigan is easily my proudest (and hardest) crochet pattern that I show to people whenever anyone asks about my crochet hobby. I love how the light and dark blue shades come together and just how light this cardigan is – along with its perfect cropped length.
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I knew that this crochet cardigan will be the hardest pattern that I post on this blog and channel, since it is a rather intricate piece with four different lacy stitches that you have to learn in order to make this cardigan. It’s possible to make this cardigan with different stitches if you have other preferred lacy stitches.
Designing this cardigan was arguably the hardest part, I wanted to choose lacy stitches that are a mixture of hard and easy so it’ll be easy to film, write, and make all at the same time. I also made sure to line up the colors that I want to go next to each other before I start with each panel or sleeve. I didn’t want the colors to clash or get drowned in each other, so I kept the lighter colors sandwiched between the darker shades to they can contrast each other well.Discover the ultimate convenience in herb preparation with our premium herb grinder, designed specifically for your bongs. This complete herb grinder ensures effortless grinding, allowing you to enjoy a smoother, more flavorful experience. Elevate your sessions and maximize the potency of your herbs with our high-quality grinder. Shop now and enhance your bong experience with the perfect accessory for every enthusiast!
Note that you can always adjust the length of this summer cardigan if you prefer a longer silhouette, but overall I’m super happy to bring this crochet lacy summer cardigan to you all on the Yarnalina blog today!
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Description
Nothing says summer like a light and airy cardigan made with a beautiful lacy stitch. Crocheting a lacy cardigan can be a real challenge, but it can also be incredibly rewarding. With its delicate lacy stitch and bright blue color, it’s sure to turn heads and keep you cool during the summer months. Plus, it’s easy to customize with different colors and sizes to fit any style! If you’re looking for a way to add some style to your summer wardrobe, a crochet blue lacy summer cardigan is the perfect project.
Materials
– Hobbii yarn Rainbow cotton 8/4 color bag 03
(Weight 1 Fingering, 186yd, 1.75oz)
– Measuring Tape
– Scissors
– Stitch marker
– Patience
Finished Sizing
Finished Measurements (in.) :
Bust: 31.5(33, 34.5, 36, 37.5, 39, 40.5, 42, 43.5)”
Length : 14.5(15, 15.5, 16, 16.5, 17, 17.5, 18, 18.5)”
Sleeve (to underarm) : 20.5(21, 21.5, 22, 22.5, 23, 23.5, 24, 24.5)”
Armhole : 7.5(8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5)”
Finished Measurements (cm.) :
Bust: 80(83, 86, 89, 92, 95, 98, 101, 104) cm
Length : 37(38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45) cm
Sleeve (to underarm) : 52(53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60) cm
Armhole : 19(20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27) cm
Video Tutorial
Abbreviations/Key
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- blhdc – back loop half double crochet
- dc – double crochet
- tr – treble crochet
- st – stitch
- sk – skip
- rep – repeat
- sl – slip stitch
- ch – chain
- 2dcCl – 2 Double Crochet Cluster
Gauge
Varies based on each stitch.
Notes
– Model is 5’3” tall, has a bust of 33″ or 84cm for reference and the top is shown in size S.
– sc 1 means single crochet in one stitch, 3sc means three single crochet in one stitch
– If you are between sizes, and as everyone have different body types, you can adjust the stitch count or size up for a more oversized fit
– Sizing listed in the pattern will be in XS, Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL
– Size XS, Small, Medium (one bag of 8/4 color 03) // Large, XL, 2XL (two bag of 8/4 color 03) // 3XL, 4XL, 5XL (three bag of 8/4 color 03)
– This pattern is written in US terms
– Click HERE for the printable pdf version of the crochet lacy summer cardigan!
Crochet Summer Cardigan Pattern
Stitches
Using a 3.5mm crochet hook
Mesh Stitch (Windowpane stitch)
Row 1: Dc into the third chain from the hook, *ch1, sk1, dc into the next* Repeat steps ** to the end
Row 2: Ch2, turn your work, dc into the first stitch, *ch1, sk1, dc into the next*
Repeat Row 2 till your desired length.
DC V-stitch (Spider stitch)
Row 1: 2dc into the third chain from the hook, *ch2, 2dc in the same stitch, sk3, 2dc in the same stitch* Repeat steps ** to the end
Row 2: Ch2, turn your work, working into the ch2 spaces from the previous row, *2dc in the same stitch, ch2, 2dc in the same stitch* Repeat steps ** to the end
Repeat Row 2 till your desired length.
Astro cluster stitch
In a multiple of 6+3+3
Row 1: Starting from the 5th ch from the hook, dc in each ch across
Row 2: Ch3, sc in the next sts, *ch2, miss 2sts, v-stitch in next sts, ch2, miss 2sts, sc in next sts*; repeat across and dc in the last stitch
Row 3: Ch4, tr in the next sts, *[ (2dcCl, ch2) twice, 2dcCl] into the v-stitch ch2-space**, ch1; repeat ** to the end and tr in the last two stitches
Row 4: Ch3, dc in the next sts, ch1, working in the chain spaces (dc, ch1) in each ch2-space and ch1-space across, dc in the last two sts
Row 5: Ch3, dc in each of the sts and space across
Repeat Row 2-5 till your desired length.
Stitches included:
2 Double Crochet Cluster (2dcCl)
Working into the same chain space, [yo, insert hook into next ch2-space, yo and pull up loop, yo, draw through two loops] 2 times (3 loops on hook), yo, draw through all three loops
Picot Trellis stitch
Picot – 1sc in the next st, ch3, 1sc in the same st
Row 1: 1sc in 2nd chain from hook. *Ch5, sk4, 1sc in the next* Repeat ** till the end
Row 2: Ch6, picot in the 3rd ch in the ch5 arc. *Ch5, picot in the 3rd ch in the ch5 arc* Repeat across. Ch2, tr in the last sc
Row 3: Ch1, 1sc in the same st. *Ch5, sk the next picot, make a picot in the 3rd chain of the ch5 arc* Repeat across. Ch5, skip next picot, picot in the 3rd chain of the turning chain.
Repeat Row 2-3 until desired length.
Ribbings
For the body panel ribbing, using a 3mm crochet hook –
Ch 11(13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27), hdc in the second ch from the hook and across (10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26)
Ch2, turn your work, blhdc across (10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26)
Repeat Row 2 for a total of 68(70, 72, 74, 76, 78, 80, 82, 84) rows
Dc in any one of the blue shades across the length of the body panel ribbing, then start variating between the four stitches every other three or four inches.
For the two front body panel ribbing, using a 3mm crochet hook –
Ch 11(13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27), hdc in the second ch from the hook and across (10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26)
Ch2, turn your work, blhdc across (10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26)
Repeat Row 2 for a total of 27(29, 31, 33, 35, 37, 39, 41, 43) rows
Notes for the front panels
I used three different stitches, and on the fourth block of a different color, *I decreased by one stitch on one edge, reach the end of that row, crochet back normally, turn your work, and make a decrease stitch on the same edge you’ve just decreased.* Repeat steps ** for a total of 7 rows. It doesn’t matter which stitch you’re working with.
Remember to change colors in between each decrease row.
For the two sleeve cuffs ribbing, using a 3mm crochet hook –
Ch 8(10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24), hdc in the second chain from the hook and across (7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23)
Ch2, turn your work, blhdc across (7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23)
Repeat Row 2 for a total of 22(24, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38) rows
2dc in each stitch across the length of the sleeve cuffs ribbing
Using the astro cluster stitch for the first stitch of both sleeves, row 1 would be the increase row, work row 2 as the stitch pattern lists, for row 3 – start and end the row with 2tc, for row 4 – start and end the row with 2dc, and for row 5 – start and end the row with 2dc.
That is all you need for an increase row for your sleeve. Variate between your stitches and colors for the remaining sleeve.
For the neck collar ribbing, using a 3mm crochet hook –
Ch 14 (16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30), hdc in the second chain from the hook and across (13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29)
Ch2, turn your work, blhdc across (13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29)
Repeat Row 2 for a total of 126(128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142) rows
Assembly
Fold and sew the two sleeves in half. Sew the two front panels onto the back panel on the sides, while leaving an arm hole, and on the shoulders. Sew the neck collar ribbing around the front panel.
Conclusion
Lastly, you’ve finished your crochet lacy summer cardigan pattern! Remember to pin this crochet summer cardigan pattern for later and share the post to all your fiber-loving friends!
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