Cocoon crochet cardigan free pattern: Any yarn weight would make this cardigan.
Cocoon crochet cardigan-free pattern that can be made using any weight of yarn. Yes, you read that correctly. I have always wanted to design a pattern that can be made using any yarn weight.
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This cocoon crochet cardigan can be made using any weight of yarn!!!
How about any yarn will do crochet cocoon cardigan pattern? This easy crochet cardigan was designed and tested in 3 different yarn weights.
- Double Knit (DK), which is #3 weight of yarn
- Worsted weight (#4) weight yarn also known as Aran Weight yarn.
- Chunky Yarn (#5)
This easy crochet pattern is one that was aimed at you shopping from your stash. You can easily shop for a DK, worsted, or Chunky yarn from your collection.
I feel this easy crochet cardigan-free pattern is perfect for a beginner. You are simply crocheting a rectangle, which is then joined together to become a beautiful crochet cocoon cardigan.
When made with DK-weight yarn, this cardigan can be rocked in warm weather. It is simply an amazing pattern with versatility and functionality.
Tips to help you make your own version of this easy crochet cocoon cardigan pattern
Yarn selection
This easy cocoon crochet cardigan can be made using any weight of yarn. Simply pick up a weight of yarn you are most comfortable with. I have provided detailed information as to how to customize your own cocoon cardigan irrespective of the yarn weight you are using.
Yarn suggestion for the DK- Double Weight (#3) Crochet cocoon cardigan pattern.
Lion brand Coboo – DK, #3 lightweight (51% Cotton, 49% Rayon from Bamboo, 232 yards/212m per 3.5 oz/100g skein)
Worsted Weight
Lion brand Hue + Me, Chunky (#5), (80% Acrylic, 20% Wool, 230m per 125g, 125 m/137 yards)
Gauge for this crochet cardigan pattern.
I have provided 3 different gauges for you to work with. The first is for Double Knit yarn, the second is for Worsted weight (Aran), and the third is for Chunky weight yarn.
Gauge for DK = 16 sts over 12 rows = 10 cm/4” square made in hdc, using 5mm crochet hook.
Gauge for Worsted weight = 14 sts over 11 rows = 10 cm/4” square made in hdc, using 6 mm crochet hook
Gauge for Chunky/Bulky Yarn weight = 12 sts over 10 rows = 4” square made in hdc, using 8 mm
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Sizing information for this easy cocoon crochet cardigan pattern
While this crochet cardigan can be made using any weight of yarn. It is also super easy to customize the size of your finished cardigan. This cocoon crochet cardigan can be made into either a fitted or oversized cardigan.
Adjusting the fit of your cocoon cardigan
For a fitted crochet cocoon cardigan, you can either reduce or increase the foundation chain or go down or up in the sizing provided.
Skill Level
The pattern has been designed with beginner garment crocheters in mind and includes a host of extra supporting information, such as:
Separating each yarn’s weight and color-coding them.
Tips on how to adjust the pattern to have either a fitted or oversized cardigan.
Guidance on making adjustments for a custom fit
Length of the cocoon cardigan = To make your customize your own crochet cocoon cardigan, simply increase or reduce the repeats.
Adjustments/fittings
Length: increase or decrease the repeats for part of the Body.
Sleeves:
Too tight? Reduce the length of the part indicated to be joined together.
Too loose: Increase the length of the part indicated to be joined together.
Finished Measurement
Size(s) and color codes – (XS, S, M) (L, XL, 2XL) (3XL, 4XL, 5XL)
Bust Measurement:
(XS, S, M) = (38)”
(L, XL, 2XL) = (44)”
(3XL, 4XL, 5XL) = (50),”
Length of Cardigan:
(XS, S, M) = (28)”
(L, XL, 2XL) = (31)”
(3XL, 4XL, 5XL) = (33)”
Estimated yardage for this easy cocoon cardigan pattern
DK weight = Color A = 1200 (1400, 1800) Yards, color B – 300 (400, 500) Yards
Worsted or Aran weight = Color A = 1300 (1500, 2000) Yards, color B – 300 (400, 500) Yards
Chunky (#5) = Color A = 1500 (1900, 2400) Yards, color B – 500 (600, 700) Yards
Construction Notes
- This cardigan is worked flat in rows, with the collar and sleeves made in rounds.
- The pattern is worked flat; you can customize the size by increasing or reducing your starting chains.
Cocoon crochet cardigan pattern notes
1. Please kindly read through the pattern before starting.
2. A similar yarn weight can be substituted; please check the gauge.
3. Chains at the beginning of the rows/rounds do not count as a stitch.
4. For ease of understanding, when you get the ad-free PDF, which includes all the sizes, I have made it so that the different yarn weights are color-coded. Instructions in black are for all yarn weights
Difficult – advanced beginner or even a beginner.
Terms – US Terminology
How about you get the ad-free PDF version of this easy cocoon crochet cardigan pattern which includes all the different weights of yarn all specified in different colors for ease of understanding.
Instructions for this easy crochet cocoon cardigan free pattern
The written pattern below uses Worsted (Aran) Weight yarn! Use the buttons above for the PDF version, which contains all the other yarn weights and stepwise photos for the tutorials.
With A, chain 133, 153, 177
Row 1: Hdc in 3rd chain from hook and in each ch across, turn. 131, 151, 175 hdc
Row 2: Ch 1, hdc in each st across, turn. 131, 151, 175 hdc
Row 3: Ch 2, dc in first st, *ch 1, skip next st, dc in next st, rep from * to end, turn. 65, 75, 87 ch sps, 66, 76, 88 dc
Row 4: Ch 1, hdc in first st, *hdc in ch 1 sp, hdc in next st, rep from * to end, turn. 131, 151, 175 hdc
Rep Rows 2 – 4 until Rectangle measures 28 (29, 30)”
End with Row 2
Edging
Ch 2, hdc in each st around, aim for 2 hdc at each corner, 1 hdc in each hdc st and 2 hdc in each dc st, join with a sl st to the beginning ch.
Fasten off.
Edging
Ch 2, hdc in each st around, aim for 2 hdc at each corner, 1 hdc in each hdc st and 2 hdc in each dc st, join with a sl st to the beginning ch.
Fasten off.
Sleeve Opening
- Measure 9 (10, 11)” away from the tip of the fold.
- Sew/join the remaining part
- Repeat on the other side.
Sleeves
Join Color B with a sl st to the tip where you started the joining
Round 1: Ch 2, hdc in each st across, join with a sl st to the beginning ch.
Rounds 2 – 6: Ch 2, in 3rd loop, hdc in each st around, join with a sl st to the beginning ch.
Fasten off.
Repeat on the other side.
Collar
Join Color B with a sl st to any part of the opening
Round 1: Ch 2, Hdc evenly around the perimeter of the collar area, join with a sl st to the beginning ch.
Rounds 2 – 6: Ch 2, in 3rd Loop, hdc in each st around, join with a sl st to the beginning ch.
Fasten off, sew in ends
Block to measurement
I hope you love your cocoon cardigan as much as I love mine. whenever you make something from this pattern, kindly tag me.
hi! can you tell me how much yarn I would been for the largest size if I was using #3 yarn?
Hi Sam, You will need Estimated yardage about 1800 Yards, color B – 500 Yards for worsted weight yarn.