Carolina Cardigan Lite

This cardigan is made up of 5 separate panels: 1 back panel, 2 front panels, and 2 sleeve panels. Each panel is constructed 'sideways' meaning that the first row determines the length of the panel, and each additional row makes the panel wider. The 2 sleeve panels are identical but the 2 front panels are worked differently to ensure that they are symmetrical. The 5 panels are then sewn together to form the body of the cardigan and a button band is crocheted along the edge of the cardigan. Crochet level: -Intermediate (You should know how to read a crochet pattern and be comfortable with the basic stitches, know how to count stitches, and know how to count rows. All other stitches and techniques are explained in the pattern). This pattern includes 1 downloadable version of the pattern that includes written instructions as well as step-by-step pictures, access to exclusive video tutorials, and a detailed tester look book showing different versions of this cardigan. SIZING This pattern comes with instructions for 9 sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL) ranging from bust circumferences of 28-62 in [71-158 cm]. The cardigan is designed to have approximately 8-10 in [20.25-20.5 cm] of positive ease. The size guide and measurements for the cardigan itself can be found within the pattern. MATERIALS Yarn: Hobbii Friends Extra Fine Merino 180 yds [165 m] / 1.8 oz [50 g] held with Hobbii Friends Kid Silk 218 yds [200 m] / 0.9 oz [25 g] (other suggested yarns include Katia Merino Baby, Lana Grossa Merino Superiore, or Drops Baby Merino held with Drops Kid Silk, Debbie Bliss Angel, or Mayflower Super Kid Silk, but a single strand of DK weight yarn should work) Hook: G/4.25 mm crochet hook or any other hook needed to obtain the gauge Other: 4 x 20-24 mm buttons, stitch markers, darning needle, scissors, tape measure AMOUNT OF YARN NEEDED If you're combining 2 yarns, you'll need the following amounts for each of the yarns: XS: Approx. 1525 yds [1395 m] S: Approx. 1645 yds [1500 m] M: Approx. 1745 yds [1595 m] L: Approx. 1960 yds [1795 m] XL: Approx. 2180 yds [1995 m] 2XL: Approx. 2400 yds [2195 m] 3XL: Approx. 2615 yds [2395 m] 4XL: Approx. 2735 yds [2500 m] 5XL: Approx. 2835 yds [2590 m] I am happy to help if you have any problems with the pattern or you have any questions! Please let me know if you have any issues downloading your pattern. © Andrea Mares | COSMAUDÍ | 2023 This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use only. This pattern may not be copied, resold or redistributed in any way. Nor may you sell any items produced using the instructions in this pattern.