Whimsical Floral Lace Baby Cardigan

Materials:

• Sport weight yarn (approx. 300-400 yards)
• G (4.0 mm) crochet hook
• Stitch markers
• Yarn needle
• 3 small buttons

Gauge:

16 stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches in double crochet. Adjust hook size if necessary.

Sizes:

• 0-3 months
• 3-6 months
• 6-12 months

Abbreviations:

• ch = chain
• dc = double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• sp = space
• st = stitch

Instructions:

Body:

1. Start with a foundation chain of 66 (70, 74) for the body.
2. Row 1: In the 4th ch from the hook, dc. Dc in each ch across. Turn. (64, 68, 72 dc)
3. Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in next stitch, (ch 1, sk 1 st, dc in next st) repeat across until 1 st left, dc in last st. Turn.
4. Row 3: Repeat Row 2 for 20 more rows, ending with a dc row.

Yoke:

1. Row 1: Ch 1, sc across. Turn.
2. Row 2: Ch 3, dc in first stitch, *ch 1, sk 1 st, dc in next st* repeat to end. Turn.
3. Row 3: Repeat Row 2 for 6 more rows.

Finishing:

1. Fold the yoke over the body and join at the shoulders using sl st.
2. Attach buttons where desired on the front. Sew buttonholes opposite buttons.
3. Weave in all ends and block if necessary.

Optional Floral Motif:

To create the floral motif for embellishment, refer to a basic 5-petal flower pattern and attach it to the cardigan as desired.

Enjoy your cozy creation!