Crochet Elegant Textured Asymmetrical Cardigan Free Pattern

Materials:

• Worsted weight yarn (approximately 1000 yards)
• Crochet hook size I (5.5 mm)
• Tapestry needle for weaving ends
• Scissors

Gauge:

15 double crochets x 10 rows = 4 inches in the textured stitch pattern.

Size:

This pattern is designed to fit sizes S through XL. Adjustments can be made as necessary.

Stitch Pattern:

Use a combination of double crochet and a puff stitch for texture. Puff stitch is made by yarn over, inserting the hook into the stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop (repeat twice more), yarn over and pull through all loops on the hook.

Instructions:

Back Panel:

1. Chain 72 (or adjust for desired width).
2. Row 1: Double crochet in 4th chain from hook and each chain across. Turn.
3. Row 2: Ch 3, *puff stitch in next stitch, double crochet in next stitch; repeat from * across. Turn.
4. Repeat Row 2 until piece measures 30 inches or desired length. Fasten off.

Front Panels (make 2):

1. Chain 36 (or adjust for desired width).
2. Row 1: Double crochet in 4th chain from hook and each chain across. Turn.
3. Row 2: Ch 3, *puff stitch in next stitch, double crochet in next stitch; repeat from * across. Turn.
4. Repeat Row 2 until piece measures 20 inches or desired length. Fasten off.

Sleeves (make 2):

1. Chain 30 (or adjust for desired width).
2. Row 1: Double crochet in 4th chain from hook and each chain across. Turn.
3. Row 2: Ch 3, *puff stitch in next stitch, double crochet in next stitch; repeat from * across. Turn.
4. Repeat Row 2 until piece measures 18 inches or desired length. Fasten off.

Assembly:

1. Join front panels to the back panel at the shoulders using slip stitch or whip stitch.
2. Attach sleeves to armholes, ensuring even spacing.
3. Ch 1 and single crochet around the entire cardigan for a finished edge. Fasten off.
4. Weave in all ends securely.

Finishing:

Add buttons or a tie at the top for closure if desired. Wear it casually or dress it up for special occasions!