Chic Crochet Short Sleeve Cardigan Pattern

The Crochet Short Sleeve Cardigan Pattern is lightweight and perfect for summer. This cardigan, crocheted with sportweight yarn, offers an oversized fit for easy movement and a relaxed look. The design features simple half double crochet stitches, making it ideal for beginners. Both front panels are identical and reversible. Final touches include crocheting the sleeves in the round and adding a border for a polished finish. This pattern is versatile and stylish, a great addition to any wardrobe.

How To Crochet Short Sleeve Cardigan

Materials Needed:

Sport weight yarn (Example used: Mila Mia Naturally Soft Merino in the color Midnight)
Size F5 (3.75 mm) crochet hook
Scissors
Measuring tape
Tapestry or yarn needle

Crochet Skills Needed:

Slip knot
Chain stitch (ch)
Single crochet (sc)
Half double crochet (hdc)

Pattern Overview:

The cardigan is crocheted flat in three parts: one large back panel and two front panels.
The stitch used alternates half double crochet and chain stitches, making it reversible.
The sleeves are crocheted in the round, and a border is added to the bottom and collar.

Pattern Steps:

Back Panel & Front Panels:

Foundation Chain:

Chain 161 for the back panel and 75 for each front panel (for a size extra small to medium; adjust as needed based on the pattern linked in the original video description).

Row 1:

hdc into the third chain from the hook, ch 1, skip the next ch, hdc in the next ch; repeat from to the end of the row.

Row 2:

Turn, ch 2 (counts as first hdc), hdc in the next ch-1 space, ch 1; repeat from to last hdc, hdc in last hdc.
Repeat Row 2 for the back panel until desired length. Front panels follow the same pattern as the back panel initially.

Shaping the Front Panels:

Starting at Row 15, increase by adding an extra ch-1 and hdc at the end of every fourth row to gradually widen the panel. Continue until the front panel matches the length of the back panel.