“Celeste” is a name of Latin origin and means “heavenly or celestial”. The Blue Celeste Crochet Cardigan truly encapsulates every essence of the word. Designed as a beginner friendly pattern, it is the perfect project for the newcomer and novice alike.
Cozy & Stylish Crochet Cardigan
This crochet cardigan seamlessly blends warmth, coziness and style. I have created this as a beginner friendly project that is sure to capture attention and provide comfort on those chilly autumn days. The pattern is written for a size large, but I have included the instructions for sizes small to XXL, so no matter who you are, you can enjoy the elegance that is the Blue Celeste Crochet Cardigan.
Simple & Elegant
The Blue Celeste Crochet Cardigan showcases simplicity in its most exquisite form. I have included a comprehensive video tutorial for those who prefer more visuals. Elevate your crochet repertoire, and hone your skills with this heavenly design, and beginner friendly project
Blue Celeste Crochet Cardigan
Level: Easy +
Notes:
- This pattern is written in US terms
- The base chain is multiple of 2
- Written pattern in size Large
- Finished Size: 18 in W x 22 in H (57cm W x 61cm H)
Materials:
- Yarn: 2 skeins of Red Heart Super Saver (or any other weight 4 yarn); preferable substitute with cotton yarn
- 585g [1021m] / 1117 yds [21 oz]
- 5mm Crochet Hook
- Tapestry Needle
- Scissors
- Stitch Markers
Abbreviations:
- * *: repeat instructions within asterisks defined number of times
- Ch: chain
- Eor: end of row
- Rep: repeat
- Sc: single crochet
- Sc3tog: single crochet 3 together
- St: stitch(es)
Note: There is a slight difference between rows 2 & 3.
- At the end of Row 2, you will sc into the same st of your final sc3tog.
- At the end of Row 3 you will have 1 st remaining, sc final st here. This will be the repeating row.
Blue Celeste Crochet Cardigan: Back Panel
Starting Chain Sizes
- Small – 50
- Medium – 54
- Large – 56
- XL – 62
- XXL – 66
- XXL – 72
Ch 56 (multiple of 2) size L
Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from hook, sc until eor. (55)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in same st, *sc3tog, ch 1 – using the last stitch you worked and the next 2 st*, rep until last stitch, ch 1 and sc in same st.
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc in same st, *sc3tog, ch 1 – using the last stitch you worked and the next 2 st*, rep until last st, ch 1 and sc into the last stitch.
Row 4 to Row 53: Rep Row 3.
If you prefer it to be longer, keep adding rows until desired length
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Blue Celeste Crochet Cardigan: Front Panels
Starting Chains:
- Small – 16
- Medium – 18
- Large – 20
- XL – 24
- XXL – 26
- XXXL – 28
Ch 20 (size L)
Repeat same pattern as back panel.
Make 2
Sleeve Ribbing
Make 2
Ch 8
Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 6 st. (7)
Row 2: Sc in back loop of same st, sc in the back loop in next 6 stitches.
Row 3 to Row 29: Rep Row 2.
Make as many rows you need for your wrist measurements. It has to be an odd number.
Size Adjustments:
- Small – 27 rows
- Medium/Large – 29 rows
- XL – 31 rows
- XXL – 31 rows
- XXXL – 33 rows
Sleeves
To start the sleeves you will work on the rows of the ribbing.
Attach yarn to side of ribbing.
Row 1: Ch 1, sc in each st across.
[Size S- 27, M – 29, L – 29, XL – 31, XXL – 31, XXXL – 33.]
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in same st, *sc3tog, ch 1 – using the last stitch you worked and the next 2 st*, rep until eor and sc in same st
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc in same st, *sc3tog, ch 1 – using the last stitch you worked and the next 2 st*, rep until eor and sc in the last st.
Row 4: Rep Row 3
Now we will start increasing every 2nd row.
Row 5: Ch 1, turn, 2sc in the same st, *sc3tog, ch 1 – using the last stitch you worked and the next 2 st*, rep until eor, 2 sc in the last st.
Row 6 to Row 10: Rep Row 3
Row 11: Rep Row 5
Row 12 to Row 17: Rep Row 3
Row 18: Rep Row 5
Row 19: Rep Row 3
Row 20: Rep Row 5
Row 21 and Row 22: Rep Row 3
Row 23: Rep Row 5
Row 24 and Row 25: Rep Row 3
Row 26: Rep Row 5
Row 27 and Row 28: Rep Row 3
Row 29: Rep Row 5
Row 30 to Row 47: Rep Row 3
Body Ribbing
Ch 8
Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 6 st. (7)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in the back loop only until eor.
Row 3 to Row 149: Rep Row 2.
Assembly
- Lay all the pieces together with the wrong sides facing up.
- Start from shoulders and sew.
- Sew the sleeves.
- Sew from bottom of the side and sew up along until armpit and continue under sleeves and finish.
- Sew the body ribbing.
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