Crocheted Cardigan Step-By-Step Guide

9/25/20262 min read

Welcome to your exciting journey into crochet! Today, we’ll guide you through creating a stylish handmade cardigan, perfect for anyone who knows the basics of crochet. This colorful granny square cardigan project is not just fun; it allows for plenty of customization with different color combinations and sizes!

Supplies You'll Need

Step-by-Step Tutorial

  1. Measure your desired size. First things first, decide how you want your cardigan to fit—oversized or more fitted. Measure the desired width and length for your finished piece to ensure a perfect fit! This tutorial is for a size medium, but feel free to adjust it!

  2. Crochet 72 granny squares:

  • 23 squares in Color 1

  • 24 squares in Color 2

  • 25 squares in Color 3

To make each square:

  1. Create 23 chains.

  2. Make sure to chain one extra before continuing your next row.

  3. Continue crocheting rows with a slip stitch until you have a square shape.

Repeat this process until all 72 squares are ready!

  1. Thread the Extra Yarn in Your Granny Squares. Prevent pesky loose threads by sewing in the extra yarn caught in your granny squares. This gives your cardigan a polished finish!

  1. Lay out the pattern. Take a moment to arrange all your granny squares on a flat surface. Play around with the color placement until you’re thrilled with the overall design.

  2. Sew the squares together. Using a yarn needle and matching yarn, sew all the squares together following your laid-out design. Start with the main body parts, then move to the sleeves.

  3. Crochet the ribbing. Make the ribbing for:

  • The front opening and neckline (Start with 6 chains)

  • The bottom edge (Start with 8 chains)

  • The sleeve cuffs (Start with 6 chains)

After your first row of chains, continue making double crochets. Make sure each ribbing bit is long enough to fit comfortably on its respective section

  1. Attach the ribbing. Carefully sew the ribbing onto the cardigan. For the sleeve cuffs, place safety pins at quarter sections of both the cuff and sleeve opening before attaching. This step ensures an even distribution and a professional finish!

Congratulations! Your handcrafted crocheted cardigan is now all set. Feel free to experiment with different yarn types and color combinations to tailor it to your personal style!

Don’t forget to explore more DIY tutorials. Happy crocheting!