Alpine Textured Oversized Cardigan

Materials:

• Yarn: Weight 4 (medium) - approx. 1,200 yards
• Hook: 5.5 mm (I) crochet hook
• Stitch markers
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Buttons: 5 (1 inch diameter)

Gauge:

4 inches = 10 dc stitches

Size:

This pattern is adaptable and can be customized to fit sizes XS to 3X.

Stitches Used:

• Chain (ch)
• Double crochet (dc)
• Slip stitch (sl st)
• Single crochet (sc)

Instructions:

Body:

Notes: This cardigan is worked in one piece from the bottom up. Starting with the Back Panel.

1. Ch 78 to start the Back Panel and work in rows.
2. Row 1: Dc in 4th ch from hook, dc in each ch across. (76 dc)
3. Row 2-80: Ch 3, turn, dc in each st across. (76 dc)

To shape the armholes:

1. Work the next 15 rows, then ask for a size adjustment here; add more rows if needed for larger sizes.
2. After the desired length, ch 10 and skip to start the front panels.

Front Panels (make 2):

1. Ch 42, repeat the same initial rows as the back until the desired length.
2. Finish with a row of weights to create a solid edge. Then bind off.

Sleeves (make 2):

1. Ch 45; dc in 4th ch from hook, dc in each ch across.
2. Continue until it measures 20 inches, then bind off.

Assembly:

1. Lay the back panel flat; attach front panels at the shoulder seams using slip stitches.
2. Sew sleeves into armholes, adjusting for a loose fit.
3. For the border: sc around the entire cardigan.
4. Add pockets to the front panels using the same textured stitch.

Finishing:

1. Attach buttons evenly along the opening.
2. Weave in all ends and block the cardigan to reach your desired shape.