What you'll need
| Size: | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL |
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Trendsetter Yarns Wisdom - 14044 Taupe
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Product Description
Every wardrobe deserves a classic crochet cardigan. This cardigan features 3/4-length sleeves and a sweet little "V" before beginning the neck shaping. The crochet pattern has an odd number of rows in the repeat, so the piece is actually reversible.
The body is worked in one piece from the bottom up, then divided at the armholes. The sleeves are worked in the round, but to make sure the pattern is the same as the body, after joining each round the work is turned. A simple little shell-like edging finishes off the neck, front, bottom edges as well as the edges of the sleeves.
Summer Memories Cardigan by Therese Chynoweth
What is Being Made
The Summer Memories Cardigan is a ¾-length sleeve cardigan designed by Therese Chynoweth as a crochet project. This garment is available in six sizes ranging from XS to 2XL, with finished bust measurements from 32½" to 52½" [82.5 to 133.5 cm] and lengths from 21½" to 25¼" [54.5 to 64 cm]. The cardigan features a standard fitting silhouette and is designed as a warm-weather layering piece, making it ideal for summer wear.
Skill Level and Sizing
This is an intermediate-level crochet project, suitable for crafters with foundational crochet knowledge who are ready to tackle garment construction. The pattern provides instructions for all six sizes (XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL), with the smallest size given as the primary measurement and larger sizes provided in parentheses. When only one number appears, it applies to all sizes. The cardigan is designed with a standard fit; crafters should choose a size with a bust measurement 2"–4" [5–10 cm] larger than their actual bust measurement for comfortable wear.
Crochet Techniques and Stitches
While the complete stitch breakdown is not fully detailed in the provided content, this intermediate crochet cardigan employs standard garment construction techniques typical of structured crochet pieces. The pattern uses a DK weight yarn with a US F-5 [3.75 mm] crochet hook, which creates a fabric suitable for a fitted, wearable cardigan. Crafters working this project should be comfortable with reading pattern instructions written in standard crochet abbreviations and managing multiple sizes within a single pattern.
Yarn and Materials
The Summer Memories Cardigan requires DK weight (Light #3) yarn. The yardage needed varies by size: XS requires 1304 yards [1192 m], S requires 1431 yards [1309 m], M requires 1592 yards [1456 m], L requires 1760 yards [1609 m], XL requires 1916 yards [1752 m], and 2XL requires 2087 yards [1908 m].
The design is shown worked in Trendsetter Yarns Wisdom, a blend of 53% extrafine merino and 47% cotton. This yarn composition provides breathability and drape ideal for a summer cardigan. Trendsetter Yarns Wisdom is available at 132 yards [123 m] per 1¾ oz [50 g] ball. The cardigan pictured uses color #14044 Taupe, requiring 10 balls (for XS), 11 balls (S), 12 balls (M), 14 balls (L), 15 balls (XL), or 16 balls (2XL).
Tools and Notions
To complete this project, crafters will need:
- A US F-5 [3.75 mm] crochet hook or the size required to obtain the pattern's specified gauge
- Locking stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and shaping
- A tapestry needle for weaving in ends and seaming pieces together
- Three ⅝" buttons (the pattern content cuts off, but this indicates button closures for the cardigan front)
Design Summary
The Summer Memories Cardigan is a versatile, intermediate-level crochet garment perfect for warm-weather layering. Its ¾-length sleeves, standard fit, and range of six sizes make it accessible to a wide range of body types and preferences. The use of a merino-cotton blend yarn in DK weight creates a breathable, drape-friendly fabric that works beautifully for summer wear. This downloadable PDF pattern from independent designer Therese Chynoweth offers detailed instructions for crafters ready to expand their skills into garment construction.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK |
| Pages: | 5 |
| Designer: | Therese Chynoweth |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | The stitch markers you need are a locking type marker. |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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