Nigella Crochet Long Cardigan
Free Crochet Long V-Stitch Cardigan Pattern
When it comes to fashion, there is nothing as versatile and timeless as a cozy crochet cardigan. If you are a crochet enthusiast and love to cozy up, I have a pattern just for you. Introducing my first V-stitch cardigan. This stunning cardigan combines the elegance of a long cardigan with a V-stitch making it a must-have garment in your wardrobe.
The V-stitch is a classic crochet stitch that creates a delicate, airy fabric perfect for garments. The stitch is simple and works up quickly, creating a lovely texture to any project. The cardigan is lightweight and comfortable, ideal for both transitional weather and cozy nights.
Long cardigans are great because of their practicality. The longer length provides extra length and coverage, which is perfect for layering. Whether you are going to the office, going for a casual outing, or relaxing at home, this cardigan has you covered. Pair it with jeans and a simple tee for a relaxed look or dress up with a dress and boots for a more sophisticated look.
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I released this cardigan a few months ago and shared it as a guest designer on Helen Wilkinson's website. Although I have been a guest designer before, this was my first-time guest hosting at Sunflower Cottage Crochet. I appreciate the opportunity she gave me to share my creativity with her audience. I am finally sharing
Below are more cardigans you might like: Phyles Long Sleeveless Cardigan, Phyllis Chic Cardigan Dress, and Dahlia Cardigan.
Yarn
I used Loops & Threads Impeccable Yarn 100% Acrylic in Clear Blue. the yarn is easy to work with and I love how the the stitches came out. I love this yarn because they have a variety of colors to choose from and it is readily available in local stores.
You can use any 100% acrylic yarn, but if you want something comparable you can use:
Big Twist Yarns Heather,
Premier Yarns Just Yarn Value,
Big Twist Yarns Value,
Hobbii Bingo XL,
Herrschners Worsted 8, or
Bernat Super Value.
Skill Level
Easy
Materials
Loops & Threads Impeccable Yarn 100% Acrylic 285 yds (260 m), 4.5 oz ( 127.5 g) in Clear Blue
Worsted Weight 4
Hook 4.5 mm (7)
Tape measure
Tapestry needle
Scissors
1” buttons (5-6) optional
Yarn Amount
XS S M L XL 2X 3X 4X 5X
Yds 1295 1355 1440 1555 1625 1735 1820 1910 2035
M 1184 1239 1320 1425 1486 1586 1664 1747 1861
Gauge
16 sts x 7 rows = 4” x 4” (10 cm x 10 cm)
Please make a swatch (I tend to make my stitches tighter).
Finished Measurements
XS S M L XL 2X 3X 4X 5X
Chest 34 38 42 46 50 54 58 62 66
Length 30 30 30 32 32 32 34 34 34
Armhole 6.5 7 7.5 8 8.5 9 9.5 10 10.5
Abbreviations
Ch - chain
St - stitch
Sc - single crochet
Dc - double crochet
Dcblo - double crochet back loop only
Dcflo - double crochet front loop only
Sk - skip
Ch-sp - chain space
Rep - repeat
V-st: (dc, ch 2, dc) in same st or sp.
Notes
The pattern uses US Standard Terms.
Ch 3 at the beg of the rows counts as a st.
Buttons are optional. Buttonholes are on the right side when the cardigan is worn.
You can work the ribbing before or after sewing the sleeves together. I worked mine before sewing the sleeves together. The process is the same, turn with each row.
Pattern Instructions
Back Panel
Ch (71, 77, 86), (95, 101, 110), (119, 125, 134)
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and each ch to end, turn (70, 76, 85), (94, 100, 109), (118, 124, 133).
Row 2: ch 3, dc in 2nd st, sk 1, V-st in next st, * sk 2, V-st in next st, rep from * to last 3 sts, sk 1, dc each in last 2 sts, turn (22, 24, 27), (30, 32, 35), (38, 40, 43) V-sts, 4 dc.
Rows 3-(54, 54, 54), (56, 56, 56), (58, 58, 58): Rep Row 2.
Fasten off leaving a long tail to sew sides together
Front Panels (Make 2)
Ch (35, 38, 44), (47, 53, 56), (59, 65, 68).
Row 1: Sc in 2nd and each ch to end (34, 37, 43), (46, 52, 55), (58, 64, 67).
Row 2: ch 3, dc in 2nd st, sk 1, V-st in next st, * sk 2, V-st in next st, rep from * to last 3 sts, sk 2, dc each on last 2 sts, turn (10, 11, 13), (14, 16, 17), (18, 20, 21) V-sts, 4 dc
Rows 3-(54, 54, 54), (56, 56, 56), (58, 58, 58): Rep Row 2.
Fasten off.
Sleeves (Make 2)
Ch (35, 38, 44), (47, 53, 56), (59, 65, 68).
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch to end, turn. (34, 37, 43), (46, 52, 55), (58, 64, 67).
Row 2: ch 3, dc in 2nd st, sk 1, V-st in next st, *sk 2, V-st in next st, rep from * to last 3 sts, sk 1, dc each in last 2 sts, turn (10, 11, 13), (14, 16, 17), (18, 20, 21) V-sts, 4 dc.
Row 3: ch 3, dc in 2nd st, V-st in V-st to last 2 sts, dc each in last 2 sts (10, 11, 13), (14, 16, 17), (18, 20, 21) V-sts, 4 dc.
Row 4: (inc row) ch 3, dc in first st, dc in next st, V-st in each V-st to last 2 sts, dc in next st, 2 dc in last st, turn (10, 11, 13), (14, 16, 17), (18, 20, 21) V-sts, 6 dc.
Rows 5 -7: ch 3, dc in next 2 sts, V-st in each V-st to last 3 sts, dc each in last 3 sts, turn (10, 11, 13), (14, 16, 17), (18, 20, 21) V-sts, 6 dc.
Row 8: (inc row) ch 3, dc in first st, dc each in next 2 sts, V-st in each V-st to last 3 sts, dc each in next 2 sts, 2 dc in last st, turn (10, 11, 13), (14, 16, 17), (18, 20, 21) V-sts, 8 dc.
Rows 9-11: ch 3, dc each in next 3 sts, V-st in each V-st to last 4 sts, dc each in next last 4 sts, turn (10, 11, 13), (14, 16, 17), (18, 20, 21) V-sts, 8 dc.
Row 12: (inc row)ch 3, dc in first st, dc in each in next 3 sts, V-st in each V-st to last 4 sts, dc each in next 3 sts, 2 dc in last st, turn (10, 11, 13), (14, 16, 17), (18, 20, 21) V-sts, 10 dc.
Rows 13-15: ch 3, dc each in next 4 sts, V-st in each V-st to last 5 sts, dc each in last 5 sts, turn (10, 11, 13), (14, 16, 17), (18, 20, 21) V-sts, 10 dc.
Row 16: (inc row) ch 3, dc in first st and next st, sk 1, V-st in next st, sk 1, V-st in each V-st to last 5 sts, sk 1, V-st in next st, sk 1, dc each in next st, 2 dc in last st, turn (12, 13, 15), (16, 18, 19), (20, 22, 23) V-sts, 6 dc.
Rows 17-19: ch 3, dc each in next 2 sts, V-st in each V-st to last 3 sts, dc each in last 3 sts, turn (12, 13, 15), (16, 18, 19), (20, 22, 23) V-sts, 6 dc.
Row 20: (inc row) ch 3, dc in first st, dc each in next 2 sts, V-st in each V-st to last 3 sts, dc each in next 2 sts, 2 dc in last st, turn (12, 13, 15), (16, 18, 19), (20, 22, 23) V-sts, 8 dc.
Rows 21-23: ch 3, dc each in next 3 sts, V-st in each V-st to last 4 sts, dc each in last 4 sts, turn (12, 13, 15), (16, 18, 19), (20, 22, 23) V-sts, 8 dc.
Row 24: (inc row) ch 3, dc in first st, dc each in next 3 sts, V-st in each V-st to last 4 sts, dc each in next 3 sts, 2 dc in last st, turn (12, 13, 15), (16, 18, 19), (20, 22, 23) V-sts, 10 dc.
Rows 25-27: ch 3, dc each in next 4 sts, V-st in each V-st to last 5 sts, dc each in last 5 sts, turn (12, 13, 15), (16, 18, 19), (20, 22, 23) V-sts, 10 dc.
Row 28: (inc row) ch 3, dc in first st, dc in next st, sk 1, V-st in next st, sk 1, V-st in each V-st to last 5 sts, sk 1, V-st in next st, sk 1, dc in next st, 2 dc in last st, turn (14, 15, 17), (18, 20, 21), (22, 24, 25) V-sts, 6 dc.
Row 29: ch 3, dc each in next 2 sts, V-st in each V-st to last 3 sts, dc each in last 3 sts, turn (14, 15, 17), (18, 20, 21), (22, 24, 25) V-sts, 6 dc.
End of XS. Fasten off.
Sizes S, M, (L, XL, 2X), (3X, 4X, 5X).
Row 30: (inc row) ch 3, dc in first st and in next 2 sts, V-st in each V-st to last 3 sts, dc each in last 2 sts, 2 dc in last st, turn (15, 17), (18, 20, 21), (22, 24, 25) V-sts, 8 dc.
Row 31: ch 3, dc each in next 3 sts, V-st in each V-st to last 4 sts, dc each in last 4 sts, turn (15, 17), (18, 20, 21), (22, 24, 25) V-sts, 8 dc.
End of S & M. Fasten off
Sizes (L, XL, 2X), (3X, 4X, 5X)
Row 32: (inc row) ch 3, dc in first st and in next 3 sts, V-st in each V-st to last 4 sts, dc each in next 3 sts, 2 dc in last st, turn (18, 20, 21), (22, 24, 25) V-sts, 10 dc.
(14 V-sts, 10 sts).
Row 33: ch 3, dc each in next 4 sts, V-st in each V-st to last 5 sts, dc each in last 5 sts, turn (18, 20, 21), (22, 24, 25) V-sts, 10 dc.
End of L, XL & 2X. Fasten off
Sizes (3X, 4X, 5X)
Row 34: (inc row) ch 3, dc in first st and in next 3 sts, sk 1, V-st in next st,
sk 1, V-st in each V-st to last 5 sts, sk 1, V-st in next st,, dc each in next 2 sts, 2 dc in last st, turn (24, 26, 27) V-sts, 4 dc.
Row 35: ch 3, dc each in next 3 sts, V-st in each V-st to last 4 sts, dc each in last 4 sts, turn (24, 26, 27) V-sts, 8 dc.
Fasten off.
Assembly
Measure for sleeve armhole on each side of the back panel and one side of each of the front panels making sure the RS will be on the outside after the parts are sewn together. Use finished measurements for the armhole for each size starting from the shoulder.
With WS facing, sew the sides of the front panels to the sides of the back panel ending where the armhole measurements start.
Sew the shoulders together, leaving about 5-6” in between on the back panel for the neck. You will need to measure and divide evenly so that the shoulders are equal in measurements and the front panels fit in the space between the shoulders and the neck. (You can measure the back panel, divide it in half and place a marker at the center, then measure 2.5”-3” on either side of the marker and place markers where to sew to or from.
Sew the sleeves to the armhole and then the sleeves together.
