The Marlowe Cardigan is a lightweight crochet cardigan pattern designed for easy summer layering. Worked in one piece with no shaping, the combination of filet squares and open treble mesh creates a breathable fabric that’s comfortable to wear while still giving a little extra coverage on cooler summer days.

With short sleeves, a relaxed oversized fit, and simple repeating stitches, Marlowe is a relaxing project that’s easy to crochet and easy to wear. The open-front design layers beautifully over tops, dresses, and everyday outfits throughout spring and summer.

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/DETAILS
Skill level : Easy
US Terminology

/MATERIALS
DK #3 weight yarn: 707, (793, 964, 1,049) yds
4mm crochet hook
Stitch markers
Scissors
Yarn needle

To Fit Chest (inches) Finished Size Width approx. (inches) Yarn (yds) approx.
S/M 32 – 38 42 707
L/XL 40 – 46 50 793
2XL/3XL 48 – 54 60 964
4XL/5XL 56 – 62 66 1,049

/STITCHES AND ABBREVIATIONS USED
Stacked Double Crochet (stacked dc)
Stacked Treble Crochet (stacked tr)
single crochet
double crochet
treble crochet

chain (ch)
each (ea)
remaining (rem)
repeat (rep)
right hand side (rhs)
Right Side (RS)
Skip (sk)
space/s (sp/s)
stitch/es (st/s)
Wrong Side (WS)

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