crochet pattern tutorial created by janne kleivset for joyofmotioncrochet.com
The Plaid Crochet Cardigan
This crochet cardigan is crocheted in 3 pieces and is then seamed together. The plaid piece and the 2 sleeves.
The crochet plaid pattern is made by color changes and 2 strands of yarn held together.
8 mm crochet hook / US: L - 11 6 - 11 skeins of color A 3 - 6 skeins of color B Scissors Tapestry Needle Tape Measure
You Will need
Gather materials and test gauge. Gather the materials you need to crochet the plaid cardigan. Then crochet a swatch to see if your gauge matches.
Crochet the back and fronts. Start by crocheting the back, then continue directly onto the two fronts, following the plaid crochet stitch pattern.
Crochet the sleeves. Then crochet the 2 sleeves. Start at the bottom and work them upwards to the armhole.
Finish & weave in ends. Assemble the cardigan by sewing the sleeves onto the main part. Finish with an edge along the front. Weave in all yarn tails.