crochet pattern tutorial created by janne kleivset for joyofmotioncrochet.com
The Crochet Summer Cardigan
This summer cardigan is worked in 3 pieces. First you crochet the main body part including front and back shoulder, then the sleeves.
The main crochet stitch used for this crochet cardigan is the double treble crochet stitch cluster.
6 mm crochet hook / US: J - 10 6 - 18 skeins of 3 light yarn Scissors Tapestry Needle Tape Measure
You Will need
Gather materials and test gauge. Gather the materials you need to crochet the summer cardigan. Then test the gauge to see if your yarn and crochet hook matches the given gauge.
Start at the bottom. The first part of this crochet pattern is the body, which is worked from the bottom up. Then you crochet the sleeves directly onto this main part.
Crochet Sleeves. When you finish the main part, it's time to crochet the sleeves. They are also worked from the bottom up, with stitch increases.
Assemble & Weave In Ends. To finish up, seam the sleeves onto the main part and then weave in all yarn tails. Your crochet summer cardigan is now ready to use.