The Slightly Slanted Blouse

Looking for a lightweight layering piece you’ll reach for all season long? The Slightly Slanted Cardigan is a free crochet cardigan pattern featuring a relaxed kimono silhouette, beautiful slanted shell and square stitches, and dramatic flowing sleeves.

Inspired by my Slightly Slanted Blouse, this crochet kimono pattern showcases an eye-catching stitch pattern that gently slants in alternating directions to create stunning texture and movement. Made with a fine cotton ombré yarn, the colour transitions begin at the centre back and gradually fade toward the sleeves, adding even more visual interest to this elegant design.

Comfortable, breathable, and effortlessly stylish, this crochet summer cardigan pattern is perfect for layering over tanks, dresses, and your favourite warm-weather outfits.

Finished Sizes:
Instructions given to fit size X-small; changes for small/medium, large/X-large, 2X-large/3X-large, and 4X-large/5X-large are in ()
XS (S/M, L/XL, 2XL/3XL, 4XL/5XL)
Body Circumference: 32” (38”, 48”, 54”, 64”)
Body Length: Customizable. Length shown is 31”
Sleeve Circumference: Each size may choose whichever sleeve circumference they like from the following options: 10 ½” (12”, 13 ½”, 15 ¼”, 16 ¾”, 18 ½”, 20”, 21 ½”, 23 ¼”).

Materials:
I used Hobbii Yarns Cotton Kings Sultan Deluxe, which is a 100% Cotton #2 Fine weight yarn.
Any yarn of similar weight would work.
Approximately 1400 (1700, 2000, 2300, 2600) yds.
4mm Hook
4.5mm Hook
Stitch Markers
Yarn Needle
Scissors
Measuring Tape

This pattern has been tested by a number of experienced crocheters and I have provided many pictures within the pattern to help you along the way. If you run into trouble you are free to message me for help.