The Russel Cardigan by Wildman & Wool

The Russel Cardigan

Crochet
June 2023
Aran (8 wpi) ?
5.5 mm (I)
made to measure
US
English
This pattern is available from wildmanandwool.etsy.com for $5.00.

Looking for a cute spring/summer top to crochet? This is for you! This pattern is totally customizable to your size, so it can be made long or cropped, longsleeve or shortsleeve, or anything else that makes it yours. When made in light, breathable cotton, this top is perfect for a breezy summer day. It could also me made longsleeve with heavier yarns or wool to make a perfect fall/winter sweater.

This pattern is beginner/intermediate crochet level. It has detailed instructions to make the top, links to helpful videos, and pictures to help along the way.

You will need:
- Worsted (weight 3) yarn
Cotton is good for this project to be able to wear it in warmer weather
I used Yarn Bee sugar wheel cotton solids in the color “pacific”
Amount of yarn used depends on how big you will make the cardigan

  • US size I/9 crochet hook (5.5 mm)
  • Yarn needle
  • Buttons (optional)

This cardigan is named after my bunny, Russel.