31.01.2017
Recently, I’ve asked a question on knittingparadise.com about this cardigan – “Would you wear it?”. And I got a lot of answers from all who would do this. So, I decided to make a renewing post for all who want to crochet it. I will post all my thoughts, photos and instructions here. Please join and ask questions in comments. Unfortunately, I don’t know who designed this cardigan, so if anyone knows an author’s name, I would be happy to know it too. Thanks :)
So, you’ll need 12 granny squares for the front part of the cardigan and 12 squares for the sleeves. I’ll use this pattern for making granny squares. Make the first square (5 rounds), then crochet the second square (4 rounds) and join as you go to the first square. I will post a video how to join granny squares later. I’m going to make the back of the cardigan this way:
crochet a foundation chain multiple of 4+1, then make dc in the 4th ch from the hook, dc in next ch, *ch-1, skip 1 ch, dc in next 3 chs **, repeat from * to ** to the end of the row;
the second row start with 5 chs,** 3 dc in next ch-1, ch-2 **, repeat from * to ** to the end of the row, end with ch-2 and dc in the last st
the third row start with 3 chs, 2 dc in the first ch space, * ch-2, 3 dc in next ch-2 space **, repeat from to ** to the end of the row
repeat 2-3 rounds
So, lets start :)
Crochet Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
Yarn: any sport weight yarn
01.02.2017
I’ve made 12 granny squares for the front part of the cardigan and video on how to join granny squares. So, here is the result of my work today:
02.02.2017
I’ve just finished joining… It’s time to talk about the cardigan size. The longer stripes are going to the front part and double stripes are going to the sleeves. I’m 168 cm (5’6″) and I wear size S. The length of the longer stripes is equal to the length from the shoulders to mid-thigh. The length of the double stripes is equal to the length from the shoulders to elbows. I will increase the sleeves later. Your stripes could be longer or shorter than mine.
I’m working on the back part of the cardigan now. I divided my hips measurement by 2 and I got the wide of the back part. (94/2=47 cm). The length should be equal to the length of the longer stripes (64 cm)
07.02.2017
Here is result of my work. I crocheted the back part of the cardigan and connected the granny squares to it.
13.02.2017
I made the cardigan longer (+ 10 rows)
Crochet 9 rows for each side of the sleeves but if you use worsted weight yarn you can skip this step or make less rows.
Use join-as-you-go method to join the sleeves to the body (see the video)
17.02.2017
I connected the sleeves to the body and crocheted the front part of the cardigan + 13 rows. You can add more rows.
I’m going to lengthen the sleeves. If they are too loose try to change the pattern:
- 3 dc in each space between 3 dc’s of the previous row (without ch-1), or
- 2 dc without ch-1, or
- crochet row of sc around the sleeve then decrease by skipping sc’s between 3dc’s
01.03.2017
The cardigan is finally done… :) It took me a lot more time than I planned I was hoping this could be done in a week but in the end it took me a month in total. I’ve worked on two projects last month that is why it took more time. So, we stopped on the sleeves. I lengthened and narrowed it (3 dc in each space between 3 dc’s of the previous row (without ch-1). Also, I made a row of sc around the collar, bottom and sleeves. The second project you can find here: Crochet Skirt Pattern.
I will post more photos tomorrow… ;)
02.03.2017
It is truly AWESOME! !
excelente, hermoso, me encanta, quiero uno para mi…
I am a little late to this. But is this written w/English terminology? do I need to translate into American terms? If so, your dc is my sc, etc.
This is truly a beautiful cardigan. I am already picturing various color combinations. Thank you
Hi :) My patterns are written using American crochet terms.
Such beautiful work.. Be proud to wear it… From South Africa
thank you :)
Beautiful Jane, I was checking it out. Came to the bottom of page and saw your name. I was like, that’s my Jane on Facebook lol
hahaha LOL :D
Hello!
This is very beautiful cardigan!
But how much yarn was used for this?
It looks amazing, I was wondering if I could add more granny squares and make it longer. I’ve always wanted to make one of these. Just couldn’t find the right pattern.
Thank you :) yes, you can make even a dress!
this is lovely! I am currently making one for my mother in law for xmas. I have a question though, Did you chain 1 between granny clusters in the striping?
( the back piece, etc)
please email me at [email protected]
Thanks for sharing your pattern!
Hi Samantha! I didn’t crochet ch-1 between clusters.
Hi there still working on this project. Did you join the sleeves closed, forming a tube before you joined them to the body?
Thanks in advance !
Hi, Samantha, Hope that I will make it once for my daughter with your joyful colours and one for myself with white-black-grey colours
Thank you the tutorial and the idea!!!
Marianne
Thank you do much for breaking this down in how to make it.i appreciate that. Also currently making other stuff. Have a nicer day!
thank you :)
Love this !!!!! Very Beautiful :-) going to try making one for me and a Best friend :-) Thank you for sharing your pattern :-)
thank you so much!
Hi I need to know how much yarn I need and is it a 4 ply or 8 Ply.
Susan
I’m not sure. I used leftover yarn. I think you’ll need around 400-500 grams
Hi Jane
I really love the cardigan and appreciate your kindness for sharing the pattern. I am going to make it for me and my sister!
Great! Nice to hear it! I really love granny squares cardigans too :)
Beautiful your granny squares cardigans, i love it and many thanks for the pattern . I will try to do it.
thank you so much!
Hi there.
I crocheted my squares. How many rows do I have to crochet for the back. I also have slender arms and I am a size 32 but would like to crochet it in a size 34. Can you please assist.
You should measure the needed width for your back and crochet according to your measurement
I’ve been looking for a granny cardigan. This is great. I needed something easy for a Christmas present and this will be perfect!
You are welcome! Thank you :)
HOLA, QUE TIPO DE HILO ME RECOMIENDAS, NO SE SI ES HILAZA O ALGUN ESTAMBRE DELGADO
Puedes usar cualquier tipo de hilo que tengas.
How big are the squares you’re making?
around 9×9 cm without brown color, with brown color around 11×11 cm