Gemstone Granny Crochet Cardigan

> **✨ THIS PATTERN UNLOCKS IN THE BRIANA K APP** > > Your purchase includes the printable PDF **and** the interactive version in the Briana K app. Check off every row, never lose your place, and plan your colors before you buy the yarn. > > **➜ [Open the Briana K app](https://stitch.brianakdesigns.com/)** ## ❄️ Your new favorite thing to throw on when it gets chilly The Gemstone Granny Crochet Cardigan is a long, cozy cardigan with granny stitch diamonds in pops of color, a hood, and front pockets. It is part of the Harvest Hues Collection. It pairs with jeans, leggings or even dresses, so you will reach for it all fall and winter. Crocheters of all levels can follow along with the detailed instructions and the full video tutorial. **▶️ [Watch it come together on YouTube](https://youtu.be/1V3T7Cfo2b8)** **★ [See the whole Harvest Hues Collection](https://brianakdesigns.com/harvest-hues-granny-crochet-collection/)** * * * ## ✨ What makes it work * **Granny stitch diamonds.** Colorful diamonds add texture and a pop of color. * **A hood that earns its keep.** Extra warmth for crisp walks or lounging at home. * **Bottom up construction.** Worked from the bottom up for a fit that drapes beautifully. * **Pockets and a longer length.** Practical, stylish and easy to layer. * **You're not on your own.** Video tutorial and written pattern included. * * * ## ✂️ What you'll need * **Yarn:** [Color Theory, Lion Brand](https://tidd.ly/3IPIePD) (100% acrylic, 246 yds/100g). Colors shown: A Moonbeam, B Canyon, C Tourmaline, D Himalayan Salt * **Yardage:** 2415 (2550, 2665, 2750, 2920) (3090, 3265, 3440, 3610) total yds. Color A: 9 (9, 10, 11, 11) (12, 13, 13, 14) skeins. Colors B, C, D: 1 (1, 1, 1, 1) (1, 1, 2, 2) skeins each * **Love a swap?** [Mandala Ombre, Lion Brand](https://tidd.ly/4wKtR23) · [Kind Feather, Hobbii](https://product-kit.hobbii.com/l/c2psK4eds9s6AhvW) · [Starlette Worsted, Mary Maxim](https://tidd.ly/4r6yPVD) · [Swish, WeCrochet](https://tidd.ly/4bqfZSu) * **Hook:** [H (5.0mm)](https://tidd.ly/4kMI2hE) or size to meet gauge * **Tools:** [Removable Stitch Markers](https://tidd.ly/3ZI3HPz) · [Yarn Needle](https://tidd.ly/45xHojq) · [Scissors](https://tidd.ly/3T0N6Tn) * * * ## ✿ Sizes * **XS** (S, M, L, 1X) (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X) * **To fit chest:** 32 (34, 38, 42, 46) (50, 54, 58, 62)" * **Actual measurement:** 36 (40, 44, 48, 51.75) (55.5, 59.5, 63.5, 67)" * **Fit:** Relaxed, meant to be worn with 4 to 6" of ease. For a more fitted look, go down a size. * * * ## ⭐ Good to know * **Skill level:** [Intermediate](https://brianakdesigns.com/crochet-skill-levels/) * **Special stitch:** [Stacked Single Crochet](https://brianakdesigns.com/stacked-single-crochet/) * **Gauge:** 15 sts and 9 rows = 4" x 4" in granny stitch, unblocked · [gauge help](https://brianakdesigns.com/what-is-crochet-gauge-and-how-to-fix-it/) * **Terms:** US crochet * * * ## ❤️ Show me your cardigan! Tag **#brianakdesigns** so I can cheer you on. [brianakdesigns.com](https://brianakdesigns.com/) · [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvQxiN8oT3NdwB40iamipSw) · [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/brianakdesigns/) · [Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/BrianaK/) · [Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/brianaKdesigns/boards/) Cheers, Briana * * * © 2026 Briana Kepner (Briana K Designs). All rights reserved. For personal use; you're welcome to sell finished items, and credit is always appreciated. Please don't share, copy or resell the pattern. Changes to yarn or sizing are your call, and we can't support modifications. [Privacy](https://brianakdesigns.com/privacy-policy/) · GPSR Representative: Ciara Doyle, C15 Y5F9, Ireland, Ciara@thefairythorn.ie