You’re going to love this Granny Square Cardigan crochet pattern.
It’s size inclusive & will fit sizes from XS to 5XL.
Pick out your 6 favorite colors & make this beautiful granny square project.
To crochet granny squares are quite suitable for beginners, and assembling this cardigan pattern isn’t a lot more difficult than a granny square blanket.
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How To Crochet The Granny Square Cardigan
The Granny Square Cardigan is made up of multiple granny squares. They are then assembled according to the granny square layout shown in the pattern to create a crochet jacket.
Finally edgings are made around the wrists, lower edge and front.
The stitches used are basic and the granny squares are beginner friendly. Choose if you want to assemble by whip stitches or other methods such as the join as you go or flat slip stitch join.
Yarn For The Crochet Granny Cardigan
To crochet this cardigan I went for the amazing Wool Ease yarn from Lion Brand Yarn.
It’s for sure become my favorite over the last couple of years, with this being the 9th pattern from the last 18 months:
3. Your Afternoon Walk Cardigan
6. Clover Leaf Granny Square Pillow
So if you haven’t tried Wool Ease before, isn’t this great proof that I really LOVE this yarn?
However, if you have some scrap yarn or leftover yarn, you can easily use those to create the granny squares.
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The Classic Granny Square Turned Jacket
If you like crocheting the traditional granny squares, being able to use them in different projects are so great.
They’re so traditional that some even call them the vintage granny. The best thing, is that you may even substitute the traditional granny square with a different square motif, as long as you achieve the same gauge per crochet square.
It’s no secret that I love creating garment patterns & I just had to create a granny square jacket pattern.
It’s also a great addition to your wardrobe.
With some simple edgings, collar & cuff, making the final round of the granny squares the same color, you’ll achieve an overall calmer look.
If you would like to turn this into more of a crochet granny square jacket, like granny square coats, add more rows of granny squares to the body part of this crochet pattern to make it longer. Then optionally add a belt to the waist.
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The Granny Square Cardigan Crochet Pattern Summary
The Granny Square Cardigan is a size inclusive jacket crochet pattern, with sizes from XS to 5XL.
You can make this granny square sweater using the traditional granny square. The pattern includes the granny square cardigan layout, in both photos & schematic.
Pick your favorite colors & start making this beautiful piece!
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Materials Needed For The Granny Square Cardigan
Crochet Hook
Note: Use hook size according to the size you make. Necessary to make the best fit & have sizing work for as many sizes as possible.
XS/S and XL/2xL/3XL:
M/L and 4XL/5xL:
Size 6.5 mm / US: K-10.5 / UK: 3
Yarn
Yarn used:
Lion Brand Yarn – Wool Ease in color Fisherman (CA), Grey Heather (CB), Denim (CC), Rose Heather (CD), Cranberry (CE), Forest Green Heather (CF).
How much yarn needed for the Granny Cardigan Pattern:
Color A (CA): 4 (4) 5 (6) skeins
Color B (CB): 1 skein
Color C (CC): 1 skein
Color D (CD): 1 skein
Color C (CE): 1 skein
Color F (CF): 1 skein
Yarn characteristics:
- 4 Medium Yarn, worsted weight yarn
- 80 % Acrylic, 20 % Wool
Other Materials Needed
- Needle, find one here
- Scissors
- Tape Measure
Gauge
Each square measure:
XS/S and XL/2xL/3XL:
11.5 x 11.5 cm / 4.5 x 4.5 inches
M/L and 4XL/5xL:
14 x 14 cm / 5.5 x 5.5 inches
Crochet Pattern Notes
- This crochet pattern is written in US terms.
- All measurements given are unblocked.
- Note that measurements are given as exact as possible. But crochet tension & technique might give variations in the result, that changes from person to person.
- Read pattern instructions carefully before beginning to make sure you understand everything. It might save you hours frogging your work & crocheting it again!
- Check yarn info if you want to find an alternative or test your yarn against the gauge. Learn more about substituting yarn.
- This pattern is written for 4 sizes, where the different sizes is given in parenthesis like this: XS/S (M/L) XL/2X/3X (4X/5X) . If just one number is given, it applies to all sizes. I recommend that you highlight or circle the size you’re making before you begin to make the pattern easier to follow. Size adjustments are added under the heading “Size & Measurements”.
- At the end of each round, the stitch count is given in parenthesis.
- The cardigan is made up of 38 (38) 70 (70) squares, which is assembled according to schematic. Finally an edge of double crochet stitches are created around wrists & at the bottom of the cardigan. Finally a front edge are created with double crochet stitches.
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Sizes and Measurements
**Chest measurement are equal to waist and hip.
Size Notes
- This crochet pattern is written to have positive ease. Learn more about mastering ease in crochet garments.
Size Adjustments
- The best way to adjust bust size are going up/down in crochet hook size to create a different sized granny square.
- Alternatively, adjust sleeve and body length by making edging larger at the end.
- Or adding one(or more) extra row(s) of granny squares at the bottom of the cardigan to make it longer.
Abbreviations
- beg = beginning
- ch = chain (s)
- ch-2-sp = refers to chain or space previously made, with 2 ch
- dc = double crochet
- prev = previous
- rep = repeat
- sl st = slip stitch
- st = stitch (es)
We try our best to include all crochet abbreviations in the list above for the crochet pattern, but sometimes we may forget one or two.
Learn more about crochet abbreviations & find a complete list on our Crochet Abbreviations & Terms post.
Techniques Used In The Crochet Pattern
To sew the squares together, using the whip stitch is suggested.
Instructions for Granny Square Cardigan
Granny Squares List
Make 38 (38) 70 (70) squares total, in the following color combinations or in combinations you choose.
Square 1: CA, CD, CE, CA, make 6 (6) 9 (9)
Square 2: CD, CA, CC, CA, make 5 (5) 9 (9)
Square 3: CE, CC, CB, CA, make 5 (5) 9 (9)
Square 4: CC, CF, CB, CA, make 5 (5) 9 (9)
Square 5: CF, CB, CD, CA, make 5 (5) 9 (9)
Square 6: CF, CD, CC, CA, make 5 (5) 9 (9)
Square 7: CB, CE, CF, CA, make 4 (4) 8 (8)
Square 8: CA, CB, CE, CA, make 3 (3) 8 (8)
Granny Square Instructions
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All rounds are made with right side facing.
Round 1: Ch 3, dc 2 in 3rd ch (base ch) from hook, *ch 2, dc 3 in base ch*, rep from *to* 2 times, ch 2, sl st in top of ch from beginning of round (=20 st). Fasten off & cut yarn.
Round 2: Make slip knot, dc 3 in any corner ch-2-sp, ch 2, *dc 3 in next corner ch-2-sp, ch 2, dc 3 in same corner ch-2-sp, ch 2*, rep from *to* 2 times, dc 3 in first corner ch-2-sp, ch 2, sl st in top of 1st dc from beg of round (=40 st). Fasten off & cut yarn.
Round 3: Make slip knot, dc 3 in any corner ch-2-sp, ch 2, *dc 3 in next ch-2-sp, ch 2, dc 3 in next corner ch-2-sp, ch 2, dc 3 in same corner ch-2-sp, ch 2*, rep from *to* 2 times, dc 3 in next ch-2-sp, ch 2, dc 3 in first corner ch-2-sp, ch 2, sl st in top of 1st dc from beg of round (=60 st). Fasten off & cut yarn.
Round 4: Make slip knot, dc 3 in any corner ch-2-sp, ch 2, *[dc 3 in next ch-2-sp, ch 2] twice, dc 3 in next corner ch-2-sp, ch 2, dc 3 in same corner ch-2-sp, ch 2*, rep from *to* 2 times, [dc 3 in next ch-2-sp, ch 2] twice, dc 3 in first corner ch-2-sp, ch 2, sl st in top of 1st dc from beg of round (=80 st). Fasten off & cut yarn.
Assembly
1. Fasten threads & weave in ends on all granny squares.
2. Place the granny squares according to schematic above or photo below.
3. Sew the granny squares together using the whip stitch (or other preferred method, such as flat slip stitch join).
4. Sew at sleeves & along sides.
Edging Wrists
Repeat on both sides.
Work first stitch at back of wrist with right side facing.
Round 1*: Make slipknot, *dc 1 in corner ch-2-sp, dc 1 in the next 3 dc, [dc 1 in next ch-2-sp, dc 1 next 3 dc] three times, dc 1 in next corner ch-2-sp*, repeat from *to* until end of round, sl st in top of ch-2 from beg of round, (=34 (34) 51 (51) st).
*If you find the round 1 instructions difficult to follow, you can make 34 (34) 51 (51) st evenly around the wrist.
Round 2-4: Ch 2 (counts as 1st st), dc 1 in each st from prev round, sl st in top of ch-2 from beg of round (=34 (34) 51 (51) st).
Round 5*: Sl st 1 st in each st from prev round tightly, (=34 (34) 51 (51) st).
*Made tightly/or with smaller hook to shape sleeve around wrist.
Fasten off & cut yarn.
Edging Bottom Of Granny Square Cardigan
With right side facing, work first stitch in lower left corner.
Row 1*: Make slipknot, *dc 1 in corner ch-2-sp, dc 1 in the next 3 dc, [dc 1 in next ch-2-sp, dc 1 next 3 dc] three times, dc 1 in next corner ch-2-sp*, repeat from *to* until end of row, turn (= 102 (102) 170 (170) st).
*If you find the row 1 instructions difficult to follow, you can make 102 (102) 170 (170) st evenly along the lower edge of the cardigan.
Row 2-4: Ch 2 (counts as 1st st), dc 1 in each st from prev row, turn (= 102 (102) 170 (170) st).
Fasten off & cut yarn.
Edging Front
Attach yarn in lower right corner with right side facing. Work along the right front, neck & left front.
Row 1: Ch 2 (counts as 1st st), dc 2 around each dc from edging (8 st total incl. ch 2), *dc 1 in corner ch-2-sp, dc 1 in the next 3 dc, [dc 1 in next ch-2-sp, dc 1 next 3 dc] three times, dc 1 in next corner ch-2-sp*, repeat from *to* along granny squares on right front, neck and left front, dc 2 around each dc from edging (8 st total), turn (=186 (186) 220 (220) st).
*If you find the row 1 instructions difficult to follow, you can make 186 (186) 220 (220) st evenly along the fronts & neck.
Row 2 – row 12: Ch 2 (counts as 1st st), dc 1 in each st from prev row, turn (=186 (186) 220 (220) st).
Fasten off & cut yarn.
Finishing
Fasten threads & weave in ends.
Frequently Asked Questions About Granny Square Cardigans
How many granny squares does it take to make a cardigan?
You are going to need 38 granny squares for sizes XS to L and 70 granny squares for XL to 5XL to crochet the granny square cardigan.
How big should a granny square be for a cardigan
Each granny square should measure be 11.5 cm / 4.5 inches for sizes XS/S and XL/2XL/3XL and 14 cm / 5.5 inches for sizes M/L and 4XL/5XL.
How many yards of yarn do I need for a granny square cardigan?
You are going to need approximately 744 – 1182 yards of yarn of the main color and less than 197 yards of each of the 5 contrasting colors to crochet the granny square cardigan.
How do you crochet a cardigan with granny squares?
To crochet a cardigan with granny squares you are first going to crochet the granny squares and then choose your method of assembly, such as whip stitches, join as you go or flat slip stitch join.
How do you connect granny squares to a sweater?
To connect granny squares together as a sweater or cardigan you choose your method of assembly. Either sew with whip stitches with a needle or crochet the granny squares together using the flat slip stitch join or join as you go method.
What skills do you need to crochet a granny square jacket?
You need many crochet skills to crochet a granny square jacket, only how to crochet chains (ch), slip stitches (sl st) and double crochet (dc) stitches. You will also need to know how to assemble the granny squares, with methods such as the whip stitch or join as you go method.
What do you need to crochet a granny square cardigan?
You are going to need 6 colors of yarn and a crochet hook, then make the right amount of granny squares to assemble.
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