the grace cardigan by Lauren. Cooper

the grace cardigan

Crochet
September 2019
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
24 stitches = 4 inches
3.5 mm (E)
1700 - 2040 yards (1554 - 1865 m)
xs, s, m, l, xl
both US and UK
English
This pattern is available from etsy.com for £3.90.
  • description -

wear this loose-fit, cotton cardigan with a sleek camisole and heels for a cool and stylish look on date-night or wear over summer dresses for that light-weight layer that will keep the breeze off. you’ll soon realise you never want to take this cardigan off, as its loose-fit makes the grace cardigan super comfy for chilling out in the house too.

this cardigan is truly versatile; the cotton yarn makes it cool enough for summer but warm enough as an easy-to-wear and comfy layer in fall.

crochet the standard loose-fit with plenty of positive ease or choose to crochet the grace cardigan one size down for a more classic fit. the pattern also includes options for extra body and sleeve length, so you can make this cardigan exactly to your taste and size.

download includes detailed pattern plus condensed one-page take-away patterns for each size, perfect for on-the-go crochet or printing, and includes tick boxes to mark off and keep track of stitch counts and steps

available in both UK and US crochet terms - choose relevant listing.

colours pictured: blue jeans & ibiza

  • skills -

suitable for beginners / single, double & treble crochet / crocheting into edges & armhole / joining

due to the light-weight yarn used, this project may take longer than other beginner patterns or patterns that use chunkier yarn, and the stitches are simple and repetitive, making this project perfect to get stuck into when binge-watching your favourite long tv series! and the time lovingly spent crocheting this cardigan will pay off when you realise that you live in the grace cardigan because it’s so comfy and versatile.

  • measurements -

xs - fits chest 28-30”
s - fits chest 32-34”
m - fits chest 36-38”
l - fits chest 40-42”
xl - fits chest 44-46”

there is between 4” and 6” postive ease in the design. alternatively, crochet one size down for a classic, more form-hugging fit

standard length is 30” (from shoulder to bottom edge)
body length and sleeve length can be adjusted and adjustment details are included in pattern

smaller / larger sizes available on request - make purchase & email info !at shestartsagain.com with required chest size in inches
pattern will be provided via email within 48 hours of order
shestartsagain aims to be size inclusize and the designer will happily send alternative sizes. only 5 sizes are included in the automatic download due to space restrictions and to make the pattern easy to read