The Rudy Cardigan

Pattern Description The gender neutral Rudy Cardigan is a joy to make. Worked from the top down, it alternates hdc and dc rows. The interesting texture is made by crossing two dc stitches. There is a very helpful little video tutorial on how to do this included in the pattern. After the body is stitched, a sc ribbing is added to the bottom directly onto the cardigan, no extra sewing. Next, the two sleeves are worked right onto the cardigan. For some extra detail, I added two pockets, but they are of course optional! I really hope you love making this “perfect for every occasion” cardigan. Check out the matching Rudy Bonnet (pictured on model). Materials: *4.00mm (U.S. G-6) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge *DK yarn. Rico Baby Classic DK in the colour Caramel (072).165m/180yds/50g per skein. I *tapestry needle *stitch markers *4-8 buttons (1cm/0.5in) Gauge: 19 sts/12 rows= 10cmX10cm (4X4 inch) in hdc and crossed dc (see pattern notes for explanation) Stitches and abbreviations used: ch- chain stitch BLO- back loop only dc- double crochet hdc- half double crochet hdc2tog- half double crochet two stitches together in- increase PSM- place stitch marker RSM- remove stitch marker sc- single crochet sk- skip sl st- slip stitch sp- space st or sts- stitch or stitches RS- right side WS- wrong side