How To Crochet a Floral Cardigan in 8 Sizes!

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Perfect for layering all year round, the Flora Cardigan is as cosy as it is eye-catching. In this post, I’ll be sharing the pattern so you can create your own beautiful wearable, whether you’re looking for a statement piece for your wardrobe or a thoughtful handmade gift.

Yarn: Bella Coco Merino, 100% Merino Wool, Sport (#2), 50g (1.75oz), 165m (180yds). In Yarn A: Buttermilk (16), Yarn B: Bubblegum (15), Yarn C: Tea Green (09) Yarn D: Cream (03) see amounts needed under Yarn Quantities.
Hook: 2 hook sizes; 3mm 3.5mm (US E4), 4mm (US G-6), 4.5mm (US 7), 5mm (US H-8), depending on the size you are making.

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About The Yarn

Bella Coco Merino is spun with a z-twist instead of the classic s-twist. This special twist means that this yarn is made specifically for crocheters. Where the s-twist may tend to split and unwind when you work with it, the z-twist keeps the structure intact. The result is a smooth, flexible, and comfortable crafting experience! Available in 30 shades and 5 prints, this carefully curated colour palette includes: delicate pastels and muted shades to bright middle tones and vivid colours which can be mixed and matched to your creative heart’s content!

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Colour Inspiration

Original Colourway

Cream: 03

Tea Green: 09

Bubblegum: 15

Buttermilk: 16

Alternative Colourway 1

Ivory: 01

Seafoam: 29

Heather: 24

Peach: 19

Alternative Colourway 2

Porcelain: 02

Lightmoss: 08

Raspberry: 26

Harvest: 18

Sizing and Yarn Quantities

	XS	S	M	L	XL/2X	3X	4X	5X
To fit chest size	71-76cm 28-30in	81-86cm 32-34in	91.5-96.5cm 36-38in	101.5-106.5cm 40-42in	112-127cm 44-50in	132-137cm 52-54in	142-147cm 56-58in	152.5-157.5cm 60-62in
Actual Circumference	89cm 35in	106.5cm 42in	122cm 48in	137cm 54in	142cm 56in	152.5cm 60in	162.5cm 64in	183cm 72in
Balls/ Yardage YARN A	1/ 150yds	1/ 160yds	1/ 160yds	2/ 187yds	2/ 260yds	2/ 260yds	2/ 303yds	2/ 303yds
Balls/ Yardage YARN B	2/ 224yds	2/ 240yds	2/ 267yds	2/ 267yds	3/ 389yds	3/ 432yds	3/ 432yds	3/ 519yds
Balls/ Yardage YARN C	2/ 249 yds	2/ 267yds	2/ 294yds	2/ 294yds	3/ 433yds	3/ 476yds	3/ 478yds	3/ 521yds
Balls/ Yardage YARN D	5/ 803yds	5/ 863yds	5/ 871yds	5/ 900yds	8/ 1369yds	8/ 1378yds	8/ 1443yds	9/ 1538yds

Yardage is approximate. Please purchase extra if you want to adapt your cardigan by adding more squares or wider ribbing.

	Centimeters	Inches
A = Length	44.5 (44.5, 51, 57, 53.5) (57, 61, 68.5)	17.5 (17.5, 20, 22.5, 21) (22.5, 24, 27)
B = Width	44.5 (53.5, 61, 68.5, 71) (76, 81.5, 91.5)	17.5 (21, 24, 27,28) (30, 32, 36)
C = Circumference	89 (107, 122, 137, 142) (152.5, 162.5, 183)	35 (42, 48, 54, 56) (60, 64, 72)
D = Neckline	9 (18, 20, 23, 18) (19, 20, 23)	3.5 (7, 8, 9, 7) (7.5, 8, 9)
E = Armhole Depth	18 (18, 20, 23, 26.5) (28.5, 30.5, 34.5)	7 (7, 8, 9, 10.5) (11.25, 12, 13.5)

Customisation

Bodies come in all shapes and sizes, so you may find that you want to adjust your sizing to suit your own body or your own taste.

Sleeve length

If you decide that you want your sleeves longer, you can add another row of squares to the length. This can be done at any time prior to adding the ribbing. If you have already connected your squares using the join as you go method, simply make another smaller panel and add on to the bottom of the sleeve.

Length

Similarly to the sleeves, if you decide that you would like your cardigan a little (or a lot) longer, you can add a row or more of squares to the base of the work providing its done before the bottom ribbing.

Gauge

XS
Hook 3.5mm
Square size 3.5inch
69 Squares

S
Hook 3.5mm
Square size 3.5inch
74 Squares

M
Hook 4.5mm
Square size 4inch
74 Squares

L
Hook 5mm
Square size 4.5inch
74 Squares

XL/2X
Hook 3.5mm
Square size 3.5inch
120 Squares

3X
Hook 4mm
Square size 3.75inch
120 Squares

4X
Hook 4.5mm
Square size 4inch
120 Squares

5X
Hook 5mm
Square size 4.5inch
120 Squares

Gauge Swatch

Follow round 1-4 of the squares pattern without fastening off, ss across to ch-3 sp, then add round 5: Ch 3 (counts as tr), (2 tr, ch 3, 3 tr) in ch-2 sp, *(skip 3 sts, 3 tr in next sp) three times, skip 3 sts, (3 tr, ch 3, 3 tr) in ch-2 sp, corner made; repeat from * twice more. (Skip 3 sts, 3 tr in next sp) three times, skip 3 sts. Join with ss to top of ch-3. Fasten off.

Pattern Notes

Written in UK terms but switchable to US crochet terms below.

Skill level: Advanced beginner.

This cardigan is made by making individual squares made up of 4 rounds. Then, adding the final fifth round using the continuous join as you go (CJAG) method to connect and
create the shape of the project. Simple seaming is used to seam up the sides and sleeves before adding the ribbing.

The number references for each size will be listed as follows:
XS (S, M, L, XL/2X)(3X, 4X, 5X)

Please read through the whole pattern before starting.

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Convert Pattern Terms

Here you can quickly switch between UK and US crochet terms. This will make following the pattern easier as all terms will be converted to your preferred version.

Terms & Abbreviations

Stitch(s): st(s)
Slip Stitch(s): ss(s): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through stitch and loop on hook.
Repeat: rep.
Magic Ring
Chain(s): ch(s): Yarn over, pull through loop on the hook.
Back Loop Only: BLO: Working into the back loop only of the stitch.
Repeat: rep.

Stitches

Double Crochet(s): dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
Treble Crochet(s): tr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
Double Treble(s): dtr(s): Yarn over hook twice, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have four loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.

Granny Terms

Granny Set: Set of 3 tr in a sp together.
Split Granny Set: Two tr in first sp, tr in next sp to form a granny set. Used in Cuff ribbing set up rows.

Special Stitches

Decrease Granny Set(s): DecGrSet(s): Treble crochet in same space, yarn over, insert hook into same space, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops (2 loops on hook). Yarn over, insert hook into next space, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops (3 loops on hook). Yarn over, pull through all loops on hook. Treble crochet in same space.
Double Treble 2 together: dtr2tog: Yarn over hook twice, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have four loops on the hook. (Yarn over, pull through two loops) twice, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over hook twice, insert into same stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have five loops on the hook. (Yarn over, pull through two loops) twice, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through all three loops.

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Free Pattern: The Flora Cardigan

Flora Granny Square Pattern

You are viewing this pattern in UK terms.

Make 69 (74, 74, 74, 120) (120, 120, 150)
Using 3.5 (3.5, 4.5, 5, 3.5) (4, 4.5, 5)mm hook.
With colour A, make magic ring.

1-2

Round 1: Ch 3, working in magic ring, tr, (ch 1, 2 tr) seven times. Ch 1, join with ss to top of ch-3. Pull ring closed. Fasten off. Join colour B with a ss in any ch-1 sp.
Round 2: Ch 3, dtr in same sp (ch-3 and dtr counts as dtr2tog), dtr2tog in same sp. *Ch 1, skip 2 sts, 2 dtr2tog in ch-1 sp, ch 2, skip 2 sts, 2 dtr2tog in ch-1 sp; rep from * twice more. Ch 1, skip 2 sts, 2 dtr2tog in ch-1 sp, ch 2, join with ss top top of ch-3. Fasten off. Join colour C with ss in any ch-2 sp.

3-4

Round 3: Ch 3, 2 tr in same sp, ch 2, 3 tr in same sp, corner made. *Skip 2 sts, 3 tr in next sp, skip 2 sts, (3 tr, ch 2, 3 tr) in ch-2 sp, corner made; repeat from * twice more. Skip 2 sts, 3 tr in next sp, join with ss to top of ch-3. Fasten off. Join colour D with ss in any ch-2 sp.
Round 4: Ch 3, 2 tr in same sp, ch 2, 3 tr in same sp, corner made. *(Skip 3 sts, 3 tr in next sp) twice, skip 3 sts, (3 tr, ch 2, 3 tr) in ch-2 sp, corner made; repeat from * twice more. (Skip 3 sts, 3 tr in next sp) twice, skip 3 sts, join with ss to top of ch-3. Fasten off.
Sew in all ends.

Joining Squares – Round 5

You will now be adding the fifth round to our squares and crocheting them together at the same time using the continuous join as you go (CJAYG) method.

Continuous Join As You Go

See the chart below, which illustrates the CJAYG method in 4 sections.

Before you start, lay out/organise your squares ready for joining.
The diagram above shows the amount of squares for sizes S, M & L the join path for the other sizes will be the same, please adjust for the amount of squares you are joining.
Starting with the bottom row of the back panel and working up towards the shoulders, before moving on to the first front panel.
Next, add the second front panel before joining the first sleeve and second sleeve as a panel and adding to the main section (as highlighted above).

Beginning row:

Square 1: With Yarn D, join to any corner ch-2 sp, ch 3 (counts as tr), 2 tr in same sp, [3 tr in next sp] to corner, (3 tr, ch 3, 3 tr) in ch-2 sp, [3 tr in next sp] to corner, 3 tr in corner. Ch 3. Rotate square 180 degrees.
Squares 2-second to last square in row: 3 tr in corner ch-2 sp, [ss into corresponding sp on previous square, 3 tr in next sp of working square] to ch-2 sp of working square, 3 tr in ch-2 sp, ch 1, ss in corresponding ch-3 sp of joining square, ch 1, 3 tr in same ch-sp of working square, [3 tr in next sp] to next corner of working square, (3 tr, ch 3, 3 tr) in ch-2 sp, rep from * to * once more, 3 tr in ch-2 sp, ch 3. Rotate the square 180 degrees.
LAST square of row: Repeat as for previous squares to join to side of last square and work around 2 free sides. When you reach the last free ch-2 sp work (3 tr, ch 3, 3 tr).
Long return: Now working across top of all squares *[3 tr in next sp] across each sp between granny sets to ch 3 space (where squares connect).** Ch 1, ss in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, 3 tr in corner sp of next square; repeat from * up to your last square and then from * to ** for your last square. (3 tr, ch-3) in ch-3 sp.

Subsequent rows:

Continue to follow the diagram above for your joining path.

Square 1: Work 3 tr in any ch-3 corner sp. [Ss into corresponding sp between granny sets on previous square, 3 tr in next sp of working square] to ch-2 sp of working square, 3 tr in ch-3 corner sp.
Ch 1, ss in ch-3 corner sp of joining square diagonal to working square, ch 1, 3 tr in same corner sp. [3 tr in next sp] to corner, 3 tr in corner. Ch 3. Rotate Square 180 degrees.

2-5

Squares 2-5: 3 tr in corner ch-2 sp, [sl st to corresponding sp between granny sets on previous square, 3 tr in next sp of working square] to ch-2 sp of working square, 3 tr in ch-2 sp, ch 1. Remove hook and insert into the ch-3 corner sp of diagonal joining square, place loop back on hook and pull through, ch 1, 3 tr in same ch-sp of working square, [sl st to corresponding sp between granny sets on next square on previous row, 3 tr in next sp of working square] to ch-2 sp of working square, 3 tr in ch-2 corner sp. Ch 1, ss in ch-3 corner sp of joining square diagonal to working square, ch 1, 3 tr in same corner sp. [3 tr in next sp] to corner, 3 tr in corner. Ch 3. Rotate square 180 degrees.

Repeat Instructions:

Long return: Repeat instruction for long return on first row finishing with (3 tr, ch 3, 3 tr) in final corner sp.
Return row: Repeat instructions for long pass joining with a ss to top of ch-3 from your beginning square 1. Continue following joining path.
Fasten off and sew in ends.

Blocking

Lay your work on blocking mats and block your work to size using your prefered blocking method.

Seaming

Fold the work in half, bringing the seams of the arms together (see Image Q for fold line) and wrong side facing outwards.

With a strand of yarn and a darning needle, start at the bottom of the main body and whip stitch through both thicknesses.
Once the body is seamed, continue along the underside of the arm and cuff.
Fasten off and sew in ends.
Repeat on the other side.
Turn right side out.

Folding

Cuff

Using 3.5 (3.5, 4.5, 5, 3.5) (4, 4.5, 5)mm hook.
Join with ss in ch-sp after seam.
Set up round 1: Ch 3 (counts as st), *(3 tr in next sp) four times. 2 tr in first corner before the join, skip join, tr in next corner after join, split granny set made. Rep from * around. Join with ss to top of beg ch-3.
Set up round 2: Ss in first sp. Ch 3 (count as final tr in DecGrSet), *(3 tr in next sp) three times. DecGrSet; rep from * around omitting the final tr from the DecGrSet. Join with ss to beg ch-3.
Set up round 3: Ch 1 (does not count) *dc in first st of granny set, skip next st, dc in next st; rep from * around. Join with ss to first st.
Change to 3 (3, 4, 4.5, 3) (3.5, 4, 4.5)mm hook. Chain 13

Ribbing Row Repeat

Row 1: Dc in second ch from hook (missed ch does not count as st) and each st across. Ss in next 2 sts from the last row of the sleeve. Turn. dc, 2 ss for all sizes>
Row 2: Skip 2 ss, BLOdc in each st across. Turn. dc for all sizes>
Row 3: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), BLOdc in first st and next 11 sts. Ss in next 2 sts from the last row of the sleeve. Turn. dc, 2 ss>

Repeat Row 2 & 3 around

To join the last row with the first row and form the cuff, ss in *BLO of next st and the underside of the chain from the first row, repeat from * across. Fasten off and sew in ends.
Repeat all cuff instructions on other sleeve.

Bottom Ribbing

Turn the work to work on the bottom edge of the cardigan with wrong side facing you.
With 3.5 (3.5, 4.5, 5, 3.5) (4, 4.5, 5)mm hook, join with a ss to the bottom left corner (bottom right if you’re left handed).
Set up row: Ch 1 (does not count as a st here and throughout) work 2 dc in first corner sp, *dc in each st to ch-sp, dc in ch-sp, dc in join, dc in corner sp of next st; rep from * across, Dc in same sp. Turn.
Change to 3 (3, 4, 4.5, 3) (3.5, 4, 4.5)mm hook. Chain 16

1-3

Row 1: Dc in back bump of second ch from hook (missed ch does not count as st) and each st across. Ss in next 2 sts from the set up row. Turn. dc, 2 ss for all sizes>
Row 2: Skip 2 ss, BLOdc in each st across. Turn. dc for all sizes>
Row 3: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), BLOdc in first st and next 14 sts. Ss in next 2 sts from the last row of the sleeve. Turn. dc, 2 ss for all sizes>

Row Repeat Instructions

Repeat row 2 & 3 across, do not fasten off.

Front Opening Ribbing

Change to 3.5 (3.5, 4.5, 5, 3.5) (4, 4.5, 5)mm hook.
Set up row: Ch 1, dc in each st of the ribbing, dc in set up row end. *Dc in corner sp of square, dc in each st across to next corner sp, dc in corner sp, dc in join; rep around omitting the dc in join at both corner seams. dc>
Change to 3 (3, 4, 4.5, 3) (3.5, 4, 4.5)mm hook. Chain 13

1-3

Row 1: Dc in back bump of second ch from hook (missed ch does not count as st) and each st across. Ss in next 2 sts from the set up row. Turn. dc, 2 ss for all sizes>
Row 2: Skip 2 ss, BLOdc in each st across. Turn. dc for all sizes>
Row 3: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), BLOdc in first st and next 11 sts. Ss in next 2 sts from the last row of the sleeve. Turn. dc, 2 ss for all sizes>

Repeat Instructions

Repeat row 2 & 3 across.
Fasten off and sew in all remaining ends.

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