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    Home » Free Pattern Roundup

    10 Fantastic and Free Crochet Cardigan Patterns

    Published: Jan 7, 2013 · Modified: Jun 19, 2018 by Tamara Kelly · 22 Comments

    Crochet has come a long way, baby! These days you can spot crochet sweaters, tops and dresses everywhere from department stores to high fashion runways. Crochet sweaters are back and better than ever! And if you haven't crocheted a sweater before, cardigans are some of the most accessible and flattering patterns to start with. So on that note, let's take a look at ten fantastic free crochet cardigan patterns out right now!

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    10 Free Crochet Cardigan Patterns

    1. Chevron Lace Cardigan, by milobo, PDF download via Ravelry: (Bust sizes 33, 36, 42, 48) This cardigan has been popular with crocheters for the last few years, and it's easy to see why. You can vary the length by just adding more rows, and it's very flattering with the open front and vertical lines created by the pattern. Best of all, it's top-down and seamless, making it a great choice for your first crocheted sweater!free crochet cardigan patterns free crochet sweater patterns women free
    2. Whispers in Alpaca, by DROPS Design: (Bust sizes 34”, 37¾”, 41¾”, 45¾”, 49½”, 53½”) This is a cardigan with a very different look - horizontal stripes, which are also really big this winter! A deep V neckline elongates the torso, and the scalloped edging is a feminine touch.free crochet cardigan patterns free crochet sweater patterns women free
    3. Pinwheel Sweater by Amy Depew, on The Laughing Willow: (Custom sizing) This sweater tutorial is for crocheters who are ready to take an idea and run with it! Clever construction and "crochet til it fits" instructions make this a pattern for the bold and brave.free crochet cardigan patterns free crochet sweater patterns women free
    4. Delicata by Shannon Mullett-Bowlsby, on Berroco: (Finished Bust – 32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52") This is a lovely lightweight sweater, making it a great layering piece for winter and a perfect transitional piece to carry you into spring. Love the modern styling combined with the feminine stitch pattern.free crochet cardigan patterns free crochet sweater patterns women free
    5. Come Again Cardigan by Carol Wolf, on Wolf Crochet: (44" Bust) This pattern is rated by the designer as Advanced Difficulty. It looks simple on the surface, but the classic styling and waist shaping are achieved through the use of a variety of hook sizes, so you'll want to pay attention to the pattern! Unfortunately, this pattern is no longer available. Try the Textured Jacket by Doris Chan, on Lion Brand instead! Sizes available include XS (S/M, L/1X, 2X, 3X). Textured Jacket by Doris Chan, for LIon Brand - free #crochet pattern!
    6. Genevieve by Melissa Mall, in Inner Child Crochet: (Custom sizing): Delicate, feminine and cozy, this pattern pulls it's styling from a vintage bed jacket. Flattering wrap styling and bell sleeves make this one fun to wear.free crochet cardigan patterns free crochet sweater patterns women free
    7. Filigree Cardigan by Kimberly K. McAlindin, on Stitch Nation: (Finished Bust: 35, 40, 44, 46, 52") This pattern is too pretty not to share! But it's also tricky - be sure to read the notes from others who've made it on Ravelry before you get started. And be inspired by some of their amazing photos!free crochet cardigan patterns free crochet sweater patterns women free
    8. Azilal by Robyn Chachula, on Berroco: (35, 39¼ - 43¼ - 48 - 52”) This designer is known for her amazing and wearable sweaters (among many other great designs), so it's a treat that she's offered this one for free! Lots of texture and an empire waist make this sweater a hit. Both written instructions and charts are included in the detailed instructions.free crochet cardigan patterns free crochet sweater patterns women free
    9. V-Stitch Wrap-around Sweater by Lion Brand Yarn: (Finished Chest
      36 (40, 44, 48, 52) in.) This sweater has a big impact, but it's rated Easy! The body is all in one piece and then the sleeves are worked right on the body, in the round - no seams! Easy to alter if you want a different length in the body or sleeves.free crochet cardigan patterns free crochet sweater patterns women free
    10. Asymmetrical Jacket by Doris Chan, on Caron: (Bust (estimate = 2 times back width) 38 (42, 46, 49, 53, 56)”) No roundup of crochet sweaters would be complete without a Doris Chan pattern! She's known for her amazing lace patterns, but this Asymmetrical Jacket pattern really appeals to me. I've seen lots of them made with simpler color ways and they're very pretty on.free crochet cardigan patterns free crochet sweater patterns women free

    Making a crochet cardigan pattern is much more of an investment than making a washcloth or baby clothes, so don't be afraid to purchase a pattern if you find one you love! Looking good feels so much better when you know you made your sweater yourself!

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    1. 1

      lois

      March 11, 2013 at 12:10 am

      Thank you soooo much! I have never made a sweater before and I'm searching for the perfect one. Your compiled list is so very helpful! I'll just need to figure out how to add pockets lol I need pockets!! Btw I love all your patterns! Great blog!

      Reply
      • 2

        moogly

        March 11, 2013 at 10:50 am

        😀 Thank you so much lois!

        Reply
      • 3

        Elaine

        March 02, 2017 at 7:27 pm

        Have you found a crocheted pattern for inseam pockets yet? I have searched many different sites for about 2 hours now and come up empty. TIA

        Reply
    2. 4

      Kelly

      July 16, 2013 at 10:09 pm

      I've made three Pinwheel sweaters, found the pattern on Crochetville, I love it! It's just so easy. Can't wait to try some of these others, thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    3. 5

      Jennifer Maassen

      January 21, 2014 at 4:50 pm

      The Come Again Cardigan has been removed from the blog you linked to.

      Reply
      • 6

        Tamara Kelly

        January 21, 2014 at 5:20 pm

        Thank you for letting me know Jennifer! I've replaced it with another similar option. 🙂

        Reply
    4. 7

      Alison stone

      January 21, 2014 at 6:50 pm

      link to number 7 is broken

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      • 8

        Tamara Kelly

        January 21, 2014 at 8:57 pm

        Thanks for letting me know Alison! They moved the pattern, so I've replaced it with the new link! 🙂

        Reply
    5. 9

      Michelle thompson

      February 22, 2014 at 8:10 am

      I am a new reader. Thank you, thank you, thank you! I'm getting started on the Chevron Lace Cardi ASAP!

      Reply
      • 10

        Tamara Kelly

        February 22, 2014 at 12:42 pm

        😀 Welcome!

        Reply
    6. 11

      eleanor santos

      February 24, 2014 at 9:50 am

      WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO *dC IN NEXT DC CH 1, REPEAT FROM * 8 TIMES. i AM CONFUSED, DOES IT MEAN TO TO DO 8 MORE DC

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      • 12

        Tamara Kelly

        February 24, 2014 at 12:44 pm

        It's hard to say for sure without seeing the pattern you're referring to, but I believe it means to double crochet in the next stitch, then chain 1, and then double crochet in the next st and then ch 1 eight more times.

        Reply
    7. 13

      cristina self

      August 07, 2014 at 1:15 pm

      i like a pattern for cardigan light weight with a net or mesh sticth design and diamond shape with double crochet with diamond design in some areas of the cardigan withfront opening and fringes on bottom and since were short people i will need from short to medium size. this has to have a sleeves that continues from the shoulder with no seam on arm hole and stops short sleeves. i'm looking for a short size from small to medium size with fringes on bottom.the entire cardigan must made of double crochet with diamond stitch design distributed evenly on entire cardi-wrap i need a size short from sholder to the bottom about 4 or 5 inhes from waistline not including the fringes

      Reply
    8. 14

      Cassandra

      August 13, 2014 at 12:36 pm

      Thank you so much! Really fantastic patterns.

      Reply
      • 15

        Tamara Kelly

        August 13, 2014 at 2:41 pm

        Thank you Cassandra!

        Reply
    9. 16

      ann watson

      February 06, 2015 at 2:49 pm

      Had wonderful pattern for Aran type jacket made in one piece. Lost during number of moves. Ny suggestions?

      Reply
      • 17

        Tamara Kelly

        February 06, 2015 at 4:26 pm

        That sounds like an amazing piece! Was this it by chance? http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/2-cable

        Reply
    10. 18

      Sue Huffines

      June 12, 2017 at 11:20 am

      I have tried for days to print a ripple front 3/4 sleeve cardigan that is said to be free from Ravelry. I sometimes find the photo but there are no instructions.

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      • 19

        Tamara Kelly

        June 14, 2017 at 8:04 am

        Hi Sue! Are you referring to the Chevron Lace pattern at #1? You should be able to print it out from https://milobo.files.wordpress.com/2009/12/chevron-lace-cardigan-v4.pdf

        Reply
    11. 20

      Michelle Daley

      August 30, 2017 at 7:24 am

      do you know where to find a yoke down cardigan pattern for crochet.

      Reply
      • 21

        Tamara Kelly

        August 30, 2017 at 8:55 am

        Hi Michelle! #1 is worked top down, and here are links to a few more freebies!
        https://www.garnstudio.com/pattern.php?id=7847&cid=17
        http://www.yarnspirations.com/patterns/cap-it-off-topper.html?id=195199
        http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ariane-6
        https://milobo.wordpress.com/2007/12/16/eyelet-yoke-crochet-cardigan-tutorial/
        https://www.garnstudio.com/pattern.php?id=7677&cid=17

        Reply
    12. 22

      VICORIA

      December 17, 2018 at 6:55 am

      THANK YOU SO SO SO MUCH. XOXO

      Reply

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