Discover our Lacy Summer Cardigan Crochet Pattern, try before you buy with a free tutorial in Women's size small, or upgrade to the PDF download for a print friendly version which includes ladies sizes XS to 5XL. This easy, lightweight cardigan pattern has a light, lacy, boho-style, perfect for summer! Learn how to crochet a cardigan that is both stylish and comfortable for those warm mid-summer days. Made with breathable cotton, this sleeveless design is ideal for ladies looking for a simple yet elegant addition to their wardrobe. Whether you're wondering, "Can you crochet a cardigan?" or searching for a women's crochet project, this pattern is perfect for creating a long lace cardigan that effortlessly enhances any outfit.
Can you crochet a cardigan?
Learning how to crochet a cardigan is simple with this easy crochet pattern! With easy-to-follow instructions and helpful progress photo's you'll make a garment to be proud of in no time! Remember to check your gauge and adjust your hook if you need to before starting the project, it's important if you want your Lacy Crochet Cardigan to fit. This free crochet pattern is available in small size only, so you can have a preview of the project and try before you buy. Upgrading to the premium PDF download gives you instructions on crocheting a lightweight cardigan in ladies sizes extra small to 5 x extra large.
About the yarn
The Lacy Summer Cardigan Crochet Pattern uses DK (weight 3) yarn. Cotton is best for durable and lightweight clothing.
For my cardigans, I used CotLin DK cotton, if you haven't tried it yet your in for a treat! The yarn is made from a cool and lightweight Tanguis cotton and summer linen blend, it's strong, durable and super soft.
How to wear a lace cardigan
This Lacy Summer Cardigan Crochet Pattern is one of my favorite pieces to wear, so much so I have made some in other colors. The lightweight cotton paired with the lacy stitch design makes it very airy, perfect for summer! I also wear the sleeveless cardigan a lot during fall, with jeans and a t-shirt.
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Free Crochet Pattern: Lacy Summer Cardigan
Crochet Pattern Information
Supplies:
US I/ 5.5mm crochet hook (or hook size to obtain gauge)
CotLin (70% Tanguis Cotton, 30% Linen) DK (3) weight, 123 yds / 50 g per skein.
Sample made in Color #: (27750) Mustard Seed; and also in # (24462) Sprout
Stitch markers Needle for weaving ends
Scissors
Gauge:
9 sts (3 st pattern repeats) x 7 Rows = 4”/10 cm square Stitch pattern repeat: (sc, dc, dc) all in the same space, ch2
Difficulty:
Size:
Free crochet pattern in small size only (Upgrade for sizes XS - 5XL)
Small:
Bust: 46" / 115cm
Length: 26" / 65cm
Yardage: 590 yds / 5 skeins
Stitch Abbreviations:
Written in US terminology
ch: chain
dc: double crochet
FO: finish off / fasten off
rep: repeat
sc: single crochet
sk: skip stitch
sp: space(s)
[ ]: brackets indicate stitches to be worked in the same stitch
Notes:
Instructions for increasing the length of the cardi are included in the pattern. To determine the length you want, measure from the top of your shoulder to desired length. Adding length will increase the amount of yarn needed to complete the garment.
Free Crochet Pattern : Lacy Summer Cardigan Crochet Pattern
Back of cardigan:
Ch 62
Row 1: [sc, dc, dc] in second ch from hook, *ch 2, sk 3 ch-sps, [sc, dc, dc] in next ch; rep to last 4 ch-sps, sk 3, dc in last ch. (46 sts / 15 sets)
Beginning with Row 2 you will sk all ch-sps and work into the first dc of each set.
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, [sc, dc, dc] in first dc, ch 2, [sc, dc, dc] in first dc of next set, ch 2; rep from to last set, [sc, dc, dc] in first dc, dc in last st of same set. (46 sts)
Rows 3 – 38: Repeat Row 2. If you want to make your cardi longer, repeat Row 2 until desired length, keeping track of the number of rows you add. If additional rows were added to the back of the cardi, add the same number of rows to the front of the cardi. Hold the cardi up to your shoulder to determine the length, finished length will be approximately 4” longer after bottom edging and blocking.
Front Side 1:
Row 39: Ch 1, turn [sc, dc, dc] in first dc, sk next set, ch 2, [sc, dc, dc] in next dc; rep from for a total of 7 sets, dc in sc of last set. (22 sts)
Rows 40 – 76: Repeat Row 39 (or until front panel is the same length as the back panel.)
Side Edging:
Turn to work down the side of the cardigan.
Row 1: Ch 1, work 2 sc into each dc and 1 sc in each sc down length of side. (114 sts) *This number will vary if additional rows were added to the length of the cardi.
Row 2: Ch 2, turn, (counts as first dc) dc across.
Row 3: Repeat Row 2, FO.
Front Side 2:
Sk next 1 set of Row 38, attach yarn in first dc of the next set with a sl st. (7 sets from the opposite edge of the row)
Row 39: Ch 1, turn, [sc, dc, dc] in same dc as join, ch 2, [sc, dc, dc] in first dc of next set, repeat pattern across for 6 (7, 7, 8, 8) (9, 9, 10, 10) sets, dc in sc of last set. (19 (22, 22, 25, 25) (28, 28, 31, 31) sts)
Row 40: Ch 1, turn, [sc, dc, dc] in first dc, sk next set, ch 2, [sc, dc, dc] in next dc; rep from across dc in last st.
Rows 41-76: Repeat Row 40 (or until the 2nd panel is the same length as the first panel)
Turn to work down the center of the cardigan.
Center Edging:
Row 1: Working into the sides of the rows, work 2 sc into each dc st and 1 sc into each sc st to until you reach Row 38, (57 SC) work 1 sc into each ch-2 sp, and 1 sc into each st across Row 38 until you reach Front Side 2; (5 sc), work 2 sc into each dc st and 1 sc into each sc st to until you reach Row 76, (57 sc) turn. (119 sts) *This number will vary if additional rows were added to the length of the cardi.
Row 2: Ch 2, dc around, turn.
Rows 3-4: Repeat Row 2, FO after Row 4.
Side Edging:
Reattach yarn on the outside edge Front Side 2.
Row 1: Working into the sides of the rows, work 2 sc into each dc st and 1 sc into each sc st down the length of the side, turn. (114 SC) *This number will vary if additional rows were added to the length of the cardi.
Row 2: Ch 2, dc across, turn.
Row 3: Repeat Row 2, FO.
Lay cardi flat on a table with Row 1 and Row 76 lined up at the bottom and the DC edging lined up on the sides.
Using a ruler, measure 10” / 25cm from the top and pin together with a st marker, repeat for second side.
Using a large needle, seam sides from the bottom up to the st marker using a mattress st or your preferred method of seaming.
Bottom Edging:
Reattach yarn into the bottom of Row 76 on side 1.
Row 1: Working all the way around the bottom of the cardi, work 2 sc into the side of each dc of Center Edging, (6 sts) work 1 sc into each Ch-2 sp, and 1 sc into each st across until you reach the Side Edging (28 sts), work 2 sc into the side of each dc, (8 sts), work 3 sc into each ch-3 sp, and 1 sc into each st across until you reach the Side Edging (60 sts), work 2 sc into the side of each dc (8 sts), work 1 sc into each ch-2 sp, and 1 sc into each st across until you reach Center Edging, (28 sts), work 2 sc into the side of each dc (6), turn. (144 sts)
Row 2: Ch 2, dc around, turn.
Rows 3-4: Repeat Row 2, FO after Row 4.
Weave in ends, block to measurements Bust: 46" / 115cm, Length: 26" / 65cm
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