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Free Pattern: The Spring Breeze Crochet Cocoon Cardigan

Hey there hey, my friends!

I come bearing a pattern that should have been released nearly three years ago!! I know, I know, that’s a long time. This one’s been a rather strange one for some reason because I have designed and released other patterns since this one was designed. Buuuut, we shall wait no longer…hahaa!

If you’re looking for a quick crochet cocoon cardigan that looks absolutely fabulous and can be dressed up or down, then this is right up your street!

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The Spring Breeze Crochet Cocoon Cardigan is perfect if you are looking for a quick project to work on. It is crocheted flat using a fun and easy-to-remember stitch pattern that makes it a breeze to create. The stitch pattern is repeated throughout the project, making it a great choice for crocheters who prefer to work on autopilot, read or watch TV without having to constantly refer to a pattern.

The versatility of the Spring Breeze Cardigan allows you to dress it up or down for any occasion and that’s another thing I love about it…plus, you guessed it, it’s lacey!

To create this beaut of a cocoon cardigan, you will need worsted weight yarn (I used Malabrigo Worsted for the sample pictured) and a 5 mm (US H/8) crochet hook. So, let’s get to it!

 

SKILL LEVEL

Intermediate beginner

GAUGE

2 pattern repeats (row 3) = 4” (Width)

7 rows of pattern (row 3)= 4” (Height)

(Blocked sample)

SIZES

XS (S/M, M/L, L/XL, XL/2XL, 2XL/3XL, 3XL/4XL, 4XL/5XL)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

SizeWingspan
(before armhole edging)
Length
XS25.5″22″
S/M33.5″29″
M/L37.5″32.5″
L/XL41.5″36″
XL/2XL45.5″39″
2XL/3XL49.5″43″
3XL/4XL53.5″46″
4XL/5XL57.5″50″

MATERIALS

Yarn

Any worsted weight yarn that meets gauge

Yardage

427 (739, 927, 1137, 1350, 1620, 1873, 2188) metres / 467 (809, 1014, 1244, 1477, 1772, 2049, 2393) yards

Needles

Size 5 mm (US H/8) crochet hook

Notions: Stitch marker x2, darning/tapestry needle, measuring tape

ABBREVIATIONS

Bpdc – Back post double crochet

Ch – Chain

Dc – Double crochet

Fpdc – Front post double crochet

RS – Right side

Sc – Single crochet

Sk – Skip

St – Stitch

Sts – Stitches

SPECIAL STITCH

Shell: Work 5 dc in specified st; shell made
ADJUSTMENTS

You can adjust the width (wingspan) of the cardi (less wide or wider) by chaining a multiple of 8 stitches plus 4

You can adjust the length (shorter or longer) by reducing or increasing the amount of rows you crochet

Please bear in mind that you will need more yarn if you are increasing the length or width of the cardi.

PATTERN

With size 5 mm (US H/8) crochet hook, chain 100 (132, 148, 164, 180, 196, 212, 228)

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each rem ch; ch 4 (counts as a dc and ch-1 sp on following row), turn.

Row 2: Sk next st, dc in next st; *sk 2 sts, shell in next st, sk 2 sts, dc in next st, ch 1, sk next st, dc in next st; rep from * across; ch 4, turn.

Row 3: Dc in next dc; *shell in center dc of next shell, sk next 2 dc on same shell, dc in next dc, ch 1, dc in next dc; rep from * across, end with dc in 3rd ch of turning ch; ch 4, turn.

Rep row 3: 39 (51, 57, 53, 68, 75, 81, 88) times more

Seaming

Fold your rectangle lengthwise as shown below, so that the length is halved, that is 11 (14.5, 16.25, 18, 19.5, 21.5, 23, 25)”

Right and left arm holes

Measure 6.5 (7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10)” from the folded edge of your rectangle and use a stitch marker to mark this point. Using the edges of your rectangle, sew up from the bottom to the stitch marker.

Armhole edging x2

Join your yarn with slip st under the armpit area. Ch1, sc evenly around the edge of your armhole. Slip st in top of first sc

Cardigan edging

With RS facing, join yarn with slip stitch at the left or right edge of your cardigan.

Ch3, work dc evenly around the edge of your cardigan. Slip st in top of first dc. The number of dc sts you end up with will vary; I suggest between the following numbers:

XS: 196–200

S/M: 260–264

M/L: 292–296

L/XL: 324–328

XL/2XL: 356–360

2XL/3XL: 388–392

3XL/4XL: 420–424

4XL/5XL: 452–456

Ch3, fpdc around first dc, bpdc around next dc, *fpdc around next dc, bpdc around next dc; rep from * around. Slip st in top of first dc

Weave in all ends.

….and you are done! Go ahead and rock that baby!!

I really hope you enjoy making and rocking the Spring Breeze Cocoon Cardi. I would love to see your finished project, please tag me in your photos on social media using #kunbidesigns and #springbreezecocooncardi

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Happy crocheting lovelies!

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Yarn: Tennyson by @pigment.and.ply.
Pattern: TBC.
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Sharing this beaut of a cocoon cardi again cos Spring is right around the corner and has probably sprung for some of you 🌻🌻.

Pattern is available on my blog - link in bio 🙌🏽. Remember to tag me when you post your FO 😊. Thanking you 🙏🏽.
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Pattern: Spring Breeze Crochet Cocoon Cardi.
Skill level: Intermediate beginner.
Sizes: XS (S/M, M/L, L/XL, XL/2XL, 2XL/3XL, 3XL/4XL, 4XL/5XL).
Yarn weight required: Worsted. I used @malabrigoyarn worsted for my sample 🙌🏽🙌🏽.
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Yarn: Cascade Cantata.
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Massive thanks to everyone who applied. Application closed for XS to 2XL. Still looking for 3XL to 5XL.

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Hey, my friends! I’m looking for testers for my Silhouette Peplum Dress.
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The dress is worked in the round, until you divide at the underarms and knit flat, and is pretty much in stockinette stitches apart from the peplum, which uses an open lace stitch pattern. Shaping has been done such that the dress will fit any body shape/form. 
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If you’re interested in testing, please go to the link in my bio for the application form. Application closes Monday 18 March and notifications will be sent out Wednesday 20 March. Feel free to DM me if you have any questions. Thanks muchly in advance!⠀
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- Skill level: Intermediate beginner ready to take on a garment challenge 🙌🏽.⠀⠀⠀
- Sizes: XS to 5XL (looking for two testers per size, may stretch to three).
- The dress is designed to be worn with a negative ease of 1.5-4.5 inches around the bust, 2-6 inches around the hip and 2.5-5 inches around the waist.
- Yarn required: Aran weight that meets gauge. Yarn used for pictured sample is Cascade Cantata.
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XS to XL: 6-8 weeks from when pattern is received.
2XL to 5XL: 10 weeks from when pattern is received.
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