Wild Winter

This cardigan is made by joining granny squares together. Once the joining is completed, crochet the edging around the edges, and finally sew on the buttons. It comes in both long and cropped versions. 

Note: Hand-measured with a 1-2 cm margin of error. Since everyone's tension varies, the sample size is for reference only.

Yarn: Susan's Family Monet Impression, Alpaca,(Morandi Fields) Wool &Alpaca Mixed Hand Knitting Yarn.
Tools: 3.0 mm crochet hook.

Note: Since the starting color segment of variegated yarn varies, the crocheted effect will differ slightly. You can choose the starting color based on your preference or refer to the finished piece for guidance.

Structure Diagram

Chart Key

ch: chain

dc: double crochet

sc: single crochet

sl: slip stitch (tighten it or not)

rev-sc: reverse single crochet

dc3-in-1: 3 double crochets into the same stitch

dc2-bobble: double crochet 2 stitches into the same space and work together

hdc2-in-1: half double crochet 2 stitches into the same stitch

hdc2tog: half double crochet 2 stitches together

dc2-in-1: 2 double crochets into the same stitch

 Note: 
1. This pattern is making in Chinese crochet pattern terms, and the stitch name is written using American terminology. All measurements in charts are in cm. 

PART 1 Main Motif

First, crochet the main motif with variegated yarn, then join them together with solid color yarn. Please refer to the video demonstration for more details.

main motif

motif joining diagram

Note: 1. After completing a variegated motif, you don't need to cut the yarn. Just leave a tail and start crocheting the next motif directly - check the video demo for details. 2. When joining motifs, you can use the continuous join method following the sequence shown in the structure diagram, or connect individual granny squares separately - just choose whichever method works best for you.

PART 2 Small Flower Motif

The small flower motifs are divided into neckline motifs and armhole underarm motifs. Crochet 2 neckline motifs and 4 armhole underarm motifs. Join them together after completing all motifs. Please refer to the video demonstration for more details.

neckline motif

armhole underarm motif

PART 3 Edging

STEP 1 Crochet the armhole edging

The hooking method for both armholes on the left and right sides is the same. Please refer to the video demonstration for more details.

STEP 2 Neckline and Front band Edging

Start crocheting in the round from the shoulder, leaving space for buttonholes on one side. Please refer to the video demonstration for more details.