Crochet Lazy Cardigan
The Crochet Lazy Cardigan is a cozy and stylish addition to your wardrobe that you'll love snuggling up in. It's the perfect blend of comfort and fashion, making it a versatile piece for any occasion. Whether you're lounging at home or heading out for a casual outing, this cardigan is sure to keep you feeling both trendy and relaxed. The intricate crochet design adds a touch of charm and uniqueness to your look, making it a must-have item for any fashion-forward individual. So, why not treat yourself to this delightful crochet creation and elevate your style with a touch of warmth and flair!
Materials
- Six-ply, 100% cotton yarn (300g used for the project)
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
Basic Pattern Unit: The Flower/Square
The cardigan is constructed using a repeating "flower" or "square" pattern. Each flower consists of four "petals" made of triple crochets and connecting chains.
Starting the First Flower (Base Chain)
Begin with 9 chains.
Slip stitch into the very first chain to form a ring.
Into this ring, work the first "petal":
Chain 4 (counts as the first triple crochet).
Work 4 more triple crochets into the ring, for a total of 5 triple crochets.
Create a loop for the next petal: Chain 8.
Work the next "petal": 5 triple crochets into the same ring.
Repeat the chain 8 and 5 triple crochets for the third petal.
The initial setup involves completing only three sides/petals of the first flower.
Creating the First Row of Flowers (Connecting Flowers)
To start the next flower, you'll create a new chain: 22 chains total (8 chains for the loop + 5 chains for the first triple crochet + 9 chains for the new ring).
Slip stitch into the 9th chain from your hook to form a new ring.
Slip stitch 5 more chains.
Work the first petal of the new flower into the new ring: Chain 4, then 4 more triple crochets.
To connect this new flower to the previous one:
Chain 4.
Join by slip stitching into the fourth chain of the loop from the previous flower.
Chain 4 again.
Work the next petal (5 triple crochets) into the current flower's ring.
Continue this pattern of 8 chains, 5 triple crochets for the remaining petals of the current flower.
Repeat the process of creating 22 chains and connecting new flowers until you have 20 flowers in the first row.
Completing the First Row (Adding the Fourth Petal)
Once 20 flowers are laid out, go back and complete the fourth petal for each flower:
For each flower, work 8 chains and then 5 triple crochets to form the fourth petal.
To connect this completed flower to the next:
Chain 4.
Join by slip stitching into the loop of the next flower.
Chain 4 again.
Work the fourth petal (5 triple crochets) for the next flower.
Continue this process until all 20 flowers in the first row have four completed petals.
Starting Subsequent Rows
To begin a new row, you will again start with 22 chains (8 + 5 + 9).
Form the ring and work the first petal (5 triple crochets).
Chain 4 and attach this new flower to the corner of the previous row's flower.
Chain 4 again and work the second petal (5 triple crochets).
For the second flower in the new row, you will again start with 22 chains and connect it to the previous flower's junction.
The pattern for subsequent rows involves connecting flowers with three petals initially, then completing the fourth petal on the return pass, similar to the first row.
Continue making 3 rows of these flowers.
Adding Sleeves
Leave 6 flowers from both sides of the main body.
You will work 8 flowers for the sleeve.
Start the sleeve by creating a new flower with 9 chains, forming a loop, and working the first petal (5 triple crochets).
Chain 4 and attach this new petal to the main body, counting 6 flowers in from the edge.
Chain 4 again and work the next petal.
Continue creating new flowers and attaching them to the main body, working 8 flowers in a row for the sleeve.
Work 8 rows for the sleeve.
Complete the last row of the sleeve by adding the fourth petal to each flower and joining the ends.
Joining the Back and Sleeves
For the back, extend one side of one of the main pieces by two more rows of flowers.
The last row of the back piece will be joined to the other main piece.
To join:
Make 4 chains, connect to the corner of the other piece, then 4 more chains, and complete the petal.
Continue joining by making 4 chains, inserting the needle through the junction of both pieces, then 4 more chains, and completing the next petal.
Join the sleeves in a similar manner, completing the last petal of the sleeve while simultaneously joining it to the other side.
Finishing Touches
Work one or two rows of double crochet along the entire edge of the cardigan, starting from the front corner.
Join the sides of the cardigan by slip stitching through one strand from each side of the chains, with the right sides facing each other.
Work one row of double crochet along the bottom edge of the cardigan.