TICA Sweater / Cardigan

Today, I’m excited to share a sweet and charming project with you — one that’s full of thoughtful little details. The TICA Sweater combines three carefully chosen colors that blend beautifully into a unisex, versatile design perfect for babies and little ones. It’s worked with a fantasy stitch base, alternating with the star stitch for a delicate, elegant finish, and the moss stitch to add softness and texture. One of my favorite details is the full side button closure. It not only makes dressing your little one easier and more practical but also gives the piece a unique, original touch. And if at first it seems a bit complicated — don’t worry! With the detailed PDF pattern, step-by-step photos, and video tutorials, I’ll guide you through every stitch so you can enjoy the process and create something beautiful, even if you’re new to crochet. This project isn’t just about making a sweater — it’s about creating something special with your own hands, a handmade piece woven with memories and love in every thread. Download it now in PDF and create a one-of-a-kind sweater with your own hands. ________________________________ **SIZES** 1-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-12 months, 12-24 months, (2-4 years, 4-6 years, 6-8 years) **FINISHED MEASUREMENTS** Width: 22, 24, 26, 28, (30, 31, 33) cm Total length: 15, 16, 18, 21, (23, 25, 29) cm MATERIALS ✔︎ Lanasalpaca Just Cotton (50 g = 125 m). DK / Light weight yarn 2, 2, 3, 3, (4, 4, 5) skeins in color A002 – Pearl 1, 1, 1, 1, (1, 2, 2) skeins in color A033 – Old Rose 1 skein in color A029 – Aqua (for all sizes) ✔︎ 4 mm crochet hook (or size needed to obtain gauge) ✔︎ Stitch markers ✔︎ Tapestry needle ✔︎ 6 coconut wood buttons, 1.5 cm in diameter GAUGE 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 in) = 17 sts x 17 rows We’ll work the gauge swatch using the same stitch pattern as the base of the sweater: Row 0: Ch 26. Row 1: Starting in the 3rd ch from hook, work hdc until the end.. Row 2. ch 1, work SS-back until the end. Row 3: Ch 2, work hdc until the end. Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until you reach the desired length. ___________________________ For your convenience, we’ve included video and photo tutorials online. You can easily access the links right from your pattern. These detailed guides, together with your PDF pattern, will take you through your crochet project step by step, making it simple and easy to follow. Pattern written in US crochet terms.