Pattern Description
The gender neutral Rudy Cardigan is a joy to make. Worked from the top down, it alternates hdc and dc rows. The interesting texture is made by crossing two dc stitches. There is a very helpful little video tutorial on how to do this included in the pattern. After the body is stitched, a sc ribbing is added to the bottom directly onto the cardigan, no extra sewing. Next, the two sleeves are worked right onto the cardigan. For some extra detail, I added two pockets, but they are of course optional! I really hope you love making this “perfect for every occasion” cardigan. Check out the matching Rudy Bonnet (pictured on model).

Materials:
4.00mm (U.S. G-6) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge
DK yarn. Rico Baby Classic DK in the colour Caramel (072).165m/180yds/50g per skein. I
tapestry needle
stitch markers
4-8 buttons (1cm/0.5in)

Gauge:
19 sts/12 rows= 10cmX10cm (4X4 inch)
in hdc and crossed dc (see pattern notes for explanation)

Stitches and abbreviations used:
ch- chain stitch
BLO- back loop only
dc- double crochet
hdc- half double crochet
hdc2tog- half double crochet two stitches together
in- increase
PSM- place stitch marker
RSM- remove stitch marker
sc- single crochet
sk- skip
sl st- slip stitch
sp- space
st or sts- stitch or stitches
RS- right side
WS- wrong side