Granny Motif Cardigans in ReCreate DK in Stylecraft - 9966 - Downloadable PDF

Stylecraft 9966 – Granny Motif Cardigans in ReCreate DK: Full Pattern Summary

Stylecraft pattern 9966 is a crochet pattern offering two distinct cardigan designs – a Long Cardigan and a Short Cardigan – both built around classic granny square motifs. The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF and is rated as intermediate in difficulty, making it an ideal project for crocheters who are comfortable with basic stitches and ready to explore colourwork construction techniques. Both designs are worked in Stylecraft ReCreate DK, a double knitting weight yarn, and are sized inclusively across a wide range of chest measurements.

Who These Cardigans Are For

Both cardigans are sized to fit chest measurements from 76–81 cm (30–32 in) up to 117–122 cm (46–48 in), spanning five sizes. This inclusive sizing makes the pattern accessible to a broad range of wearers. The pattern explicitly notes that it includes larger sizes, which is a particularly welcome feature for crocheters who often find sizing options limited in traditional patterns.

Design One: The Long Cardigan

The Long Cardigan is a statement-length garment with a relaxed, generous silhouette. Key measurements include:

• Actual chest measurement: 104–140 cm (41–55¼ in) across sizes
• Length from shoulder (excluding edging rows): 76.5 cm (30 in) for sizes 8–18, rising to 81 cm (32 in) for sizes 20–26
• Sleeve seam (excluding cuff rows): 44–47.5 cm (17¼–18¾ in)

The Long Cardigan is constructed from a total of 42 [42:42:44:44] granny square motifs, divided into three distinct colourway groups. The motifs are worked in Stylecraft ReCreate DK using four colours:

• Col A – Aubergine 3456
• Col B – Blush 3458
• Col C – Avocado 3189
• Col D – Teal 3375

Yarn quantities required (in 100g balls) vary by size, with Col A requiring the most at 2–4 balls depending on size, and Cols B, C, and D each requiring 2–4 balls. The rich, earthy palette of aubergine, blush, avocado, and teal gives the Long Cardigan a warm, contemporary feel.

Design Two: The Short Cardigan

The Short Cardigan offers a cropped alternative with a slightly wider actual chest measurement due to its construction, and a shorter overall length. Key measurements include:

• Actual chest measurement: 122–158 cm (48–62½ in) across sizes
• Length from shoulder (excluding edging rows): 54–63 cm (21¼–24¾ in)
• Sleeve seam (excluding cuff rows): 43–46 cm (17–18 in)

The Short Cardigan uses a five-colour palette, giving it a lighter and more varied colourwork character:

• Col A – Dijon 1947
• Col B – Teal 3375
• Col C – Ecru 1941
• Col D – Blush 3458
• Col E – Avocado 3189

Yarn requirements for the Short Cardigan are slightly lower overall, with Col A requiring 3–5 balls and Cols B through E requiring 1–3 balls each depending on size. The warm mustard of Dijon, the crispness of Ecru, and the familiar accents of Teal, Blush