The Market Day Cardigan is a sleeveless cardigan or oversized open-front vest - and a quick month-long crochet along! This crochet cardi features Red Heart All In One Granny Square Yarn and an oversized fit in sizes XS to 5X. In this post, get Part 1 of this free crochet pattern!
Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links; materials provided by Yarnspirations.
Prefer a PDF? Skip the clicks and get the ad-free PDF with all parts in one place!
Prefer the free blog version? Keep scrolling!
ALL ABOUT THE MARKET DAY CARDIGAN
There are so many amazing projects you can make with granny squares! I'm excited to share yet another unique way to make a granny square sweater! In a way, this one is like a stay-put wrap or shawl - so cozy and wearable!
The Market Day Cardigan is made to be big and cozy - a final layer to throw on when cuddling up in a cozy chair, heading to work in a chilly office, or wandering through the local shops! (Of course, freezing temps might require a coat...) So with that in mind, there are 3 sizes to fit most - and you can customize your fit a bit when you choose your size. There is also an opportunity to try it on as you go!
One of the super fun things about this pattern is the way it transforms from "squares" to a wearable piece - all in just one final section! This means that the Market Day Cardigan is wonderful for every skill level. If you're a beginner, you'll learn how to crochet a granny square, how to crochet in the front and back loop only, and how to sew the mattress stitch. If you've done all that before, then you'll have a wonderfully relaxing crochet project with a fun finish to tickle your brain a little!
HOW THE MARKET DAY CARDIGAN CROCHET ALONG WORKS
Starting today and going for the next 2 weeks of January 2024, I will post a section of the Market Day Cardigan crochet pattern. Each post will go live at 10 am Central US time, barring technical difficulties. There will also be a video tutorial for each section, shared in both right and left-handed versions - these will debut later that same week. These posts will be right here on mooglyblog.com, and free for all! On your end, all you need to do is make the pattern - no need to sweat the deadline, take your time! Now that this CAL is done, each part is linked below!
Here is the Schedule:
1st Part: Project Reveal and Make the Squares (this post)
Video Tutorial for 1st Part
2nd Part: Assemble and Edge the Squares
Video Tutorial for 2nd Part
3rd Part: Add the Collar and Hem
Video Tutorial for 3rd Part
WANT TO GET NOTIFICATIONS?
Leave a comment on this blog post and check "Notify me of new posts by email" before you hit submit, and you'll get an email any time there is a new post on Moogly. See the image example below, and then scroll all the way to the bottom of any other comments to see the form. You can also sign up for the free Moogly weekly newsletter at the top of this page - links to the latest posts are always included! You can also add it to your Ravelry Queue and Favorites!
THE YARN FOR THE MARKET DAY CARDIGAN
To make this crochet vest I used new Red Heart All In One Granny Square yarn! I was just as skeptical as you at first - could it really work? And there was definitely a learning curve. However, I'm so glad I kept at it! I do think it's important to be patient, be willing to "frog it and fix it" here and there, and let go of perfectionism. After all, crochet can only be made by hand, it's an art!
I went with the Aran-Cream colorway for a neutral look, but this yarn has so many great color options each sweater can be unique! Mix and match them for a custom look, or use another 4-worsted/medium-weight yarn to make your own 6" granny squares.
Market Day Cardigan: Part 1
Add this pattern to your Ravelry Queue and Favorites
US-H, 5.0 mm crochet hook, Susan Bates or whatever size gets you to gauge
4(5, 6) skeins Red Heart All In One Granny Square Yarn (#4 Medium; 100% acrylic; 250g / 8.8 oz, 381 m/417 yds)
Colorway shown: Aran-Cream
Gauge: One granny square measures 6" x 6"
Sizes:
XS/S/M: 28 - 39" bust
L/XL/2XL: 40 - 51" bust (shown)
3XL/4XL/5XL: 52 - 62" bust
HELPFUL LINKS AND TUTORIALS
Market Day Cardigan Part 1 Granny Square Tutorial
NOTES:
This pattern is being presented as a crochet along. Below you will find Part 1 of the pattern. Parts 2 and 3 will be in later blog posts.
The pattern and chart for the granny squares are provided inside the label of Red Heart All In One Granny Square Yarn and reproduced below for your convenience, courtesy of Yarnspirations, with their permission. There are many ways to make a granny square, so feel free to adjust the pattern as needed to get a 6" square that you like.
Ch 3 at the beg of row/rnd counts as a double crochet (dc).
Ch 6 at beg of rnds counts as dc and ch-3 sp.
Join all rnds with slip stitch (sl st) to 3rd ch of ch-6 unless otherwise indicated
Market Day Cardigan Part One Instructions
Make the number of Granny Squares required for your size:
XS/S/M: 28 squares
L/XL/2XL: 32 squares
3XL/4XL/5XL: 36 squares
Granny Square Instructions
With Color 1, ch 4. Join with sl st to first ch to form ring.
1st rnd: (RS). Ch 6. (3 dc. Ch 3) 3 times in ring. 2 dc in ring. Join.
2nd rnd: Sl st in ch-3 sp. Ch 6. 3 dc in same ch-3 sp. *Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 3. 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp. Rep from * twice more. Ch 1. 2 dc in first ch-3 sp. Join.
3rd rnd: Sl st in ch-3 sp. Ch 6. 3 dc in same ch-3 sp. *Ch 1. 3 dc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1. (3 dc. Ch 3. 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp. Rep from * twice more. Ch 1. 3 dc in last ch-1 sp. Ch 1. 2 dc in first ch-3 sp. Join.
4th and 5th rnds: Sl st in ch-3 sp. Ch 6. 3 dc in same ch-3 sp. *(Ch 1. 3 dc) in each ch-1 sp to next ch-3 sp. Ch 1.** (3 dc. Ch 3. 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp. Rep from * twice more, then from * to ** once. 2 dc in first ch-3 sp. Join. Break yarn at next color change.
After all the squares are made, weave in all the ends. Block the squares if desired. Next... Part 2!
Granny Square Chart
Stay Tuned for Part 2!
Okay, so it's a pretty predictable start for a crocheted granny square sweater - but we have to start at the beginning, right? Next week it starts taking shape, but this week is all about getting used to the yarn and stacking up those squares. If you make this pattern and post a photo on social media, be sure to tag @mooglyblog or #mooglyblog and #yarnspo so I can check it out too!
The Fine Print
Follow Moogly on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, TikTok, and Instagram! Thank you to Yarnspirations for providing the materials shown in this post. Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2024, all rights reserved. Please do not reprint or repost this pattern, but please do link to this page to share this pattern with others.
If you wish to make items for sale from this pattern or translate it to another language, please visit the About page for details. Thank you all so much for your support!
Sondi says
Can’t wait to get started on the Cardigan!!! Just waiting on my yarn order
Cathy Filip says
Can't wait please keep doing such fantastic patterns. Cathy
Karen Leathem says
Please could I have the link to this pattern.
Carla says
Have already started and I'm loving it! Keep them coming 🙂
Jodie says
Love this!!! Thank you!!
Evelyn Dowling says
Looks great. Waiting for my yarn. Had to have it shipped.
Megan says
Can't wait to try this, thank you!
Debbie Cruger-Hansen says
Looks adorable. Can't wait to start this!
Vicky duncan says
I want to make this market day cardigan. I'm looking for the yarn in canada. Or I will order from the states
Tamara Kelly says
I am not as familiar with Canadian stores, but I believe the Candadian side of Yarnspirations.com (linked above) has it in stock - they did last I looked, anyway!
Tracey says
Love this. Can not wait to start it.
Michele S says
This looks really cute.
Kimberly says
Excellent!
A'ZURI says
Thank You for this and thank you for including larger sizes. I'm excited to make this.
MARITZA SMITH says
I think we will have fun doing this project.
Maritza says
I think I am going to love doing this project. Thank you.
Molly says
Get updates on granny square CALs
Cheryl Thomson says
Can’t wait to get started. The Red Heart Series is not yet available in Australia so I’ll have to order it in and then start the chardy. It will be made in time for our Autumn & Winter. Thank you
Jude says
So hard to find the yarn! Finally found it on Yarnspirations, but now it's delayed due to all the bad weather. I cannot wait to try the granny square yarn! I gave up on making anything with granny squares years ago because of all the weaving in of loose ends. Great idea, Red Heart!
Elize Rosselli says
Nice way to keep my hands busy. Wow!!
Leslie says
Looks like a fun, take along project
Patricia Stevens says
I love things made with granny squares.
Susan Sundermeyer says
I have never tried a project like this before. I’m excited to give it a try!
Debbie says
Love the cardigan! Will have to get some yarn!
Diletta Reggio says
Hi, This will be the first cardigan with squares. Probably I'm going to use Red Heart with love, it's more soft.
Tamara Kelly says
Ooo, that will be lovely!
Patricia Shaw says
I love it and want to make it!
Marian Kazar says
Looking forward to making this.
Tamara says
Hi Tamara
I have to admit I was a little disappointed when I saw your design wasn’t a true cardi. I see it as more of a vest or a shrug. That doesn’t mean I am not going to make one and rock that bad boy. Keep up the good work.
Linda Thomas says
The yarn is a little bit of a challenge, but I'm OK with that. I'm looking forward to the journey.
Alec says
Love this. Can't wait to make it.
D H says
Lovely project, I'll start it as soon as I finish the project I'm working on.
Eva Wendorf says
So simple and warm looking.
Nickette says
Love the creativity
Patti says
I can't wait to make one of these - or two!!!
Denise Martel says
Thanks for such a nice, easy project.
Brenda says
Many years ago, my mom and aunt bought cardigans at a craft show that were made with granny squares. They received so many compliments when wearing them and of course, asked if they made them, or where did they buy them. Mom and her sister were always chilly. I'm going to make this in memory of both lovely ladies.
Evelyn Stewart says
Thank you for sharing. I look forward to trying this pattern.
Carmela Volpe says
Oh goodness... I'm in! Love it, love it. Can't wait to start! 😁
Sally Hudson says
Love this!!
Cat says
Sounds neat! Might have to see about trying it for my wardrobe!
Robyn says
Thank you for this crochet along. I'm really looking forward to participating and to the end result.
Tracy says
Hi Moogly, I’d like to join the project for Market cardigan. Thank you
Jessie says
This looks so nice and warm, I can’t wait to pick up the yarn and make the granny squares. I might try with purple or pink.
Susan says
Wow 👀 looking forward to starting this right after I finish my knitted hat on circular and dpn needles. Saw this yarn on “the crochet crowd “? Off to the store to find the color combination I like.
Susan says
New to Crocheting and this pattern will help me learn new techniques.
Carolyn says
really looking forward to trying this
Pam says
Beautiful!
Pam says
Beautiful! Thanks for sharing the pattern.
Eleda says
Love this and can't wait to start it. So excited
Joyce Trupiano says
I have never done a crochet a long but this is so cute I want to make it.
Joanne says
This looks amazing
Tamara Kelly says
Thank you so much!
Linda Thomas says
The yarn is a little bit of a challenge, but I'm OK with that. I'm looking forward to the journey.
Judi Trimble says
Can’t wait to make this!
Charissa Baker says
Cannot wait to make this!!
KARA says
Love this! I have been crocheting for years and have never made a granny square. Now I will have to make some to make this.
Christiane Kerkeling says
Mich über neue Beiträge per E-Mail benachrichtigen“
Shelly says
THE MARKET DAY CARDIGAN CROCHET ALONG Pattern notifications
Karen McDaniel says
I can’t wait to try this! The hard part will be picking which color scheme to use.