Bohemia Cardigan

Bohemia Cardigan by The Missing Yarn

Garment Overview

The Bohemia Cardigan is a contemporary crochet cardigan designed by Cassie Ward and published by The Missing Yarn. This on-trend garment is an excellent first cardigan project, combining wearability with accessible construction techniques. The pattern is written in UK crochet terminology and is rated as an intermediate difficulty level (2 stars), making it suitable for crocheters with foundational skills who are ready to tackle their first structured garment.

What Is Being Made

The Bohemia Cardigan is a colorful, casual-wear cardigan available in four size ranges: 8-10 (to fit bust 81-86cm), 12-14 (to fit bust 91-97cm), 16-18 (to fit bust 102-107cm), and 20-22 (to fit bust 112-117cm). The finished bust measurements range from 110cm to 144cm depending on size, with a total length of either 65cm or 73cm. The cardigan features sleeves measuring 19cm in length, creating a cropped, modern silhouette suitable for layering.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

This pattern employs fundamental and intermediate crochet stitches to create its structure. The primary stitches used throughout the Bohemia Cardigan include:

• Double crochet (dc) – a basic stitch that forms the foundation of much of the garment
• Half treble (htr) – a mid-height stitch that adds texture and drape
• Treble crochet (tr) – a taller stitch that creates lighter, more open fabric areas
• Double treble (drt) – an even taller stitch for specific design elements
• Chain (ch) – the fundamental stitch used for foundation rows and shaping

The pattern utilizes colorwork techniques, incorporating multiple yarn colors to create visual interest and a bohemian aesthetic. The construction method allows for manageable, modular assembly, making it an ideal first garment project despite its intermediate rating.

Materials and Specifications

The Bohemia Cardigan is worked with Lang Yarns Merino 120, a premium yarn composed of 100% Merino Wool. Each 50g ball yields 120 meters of yarn, providing excellent stitch definition and drape for this garment. The yarn is available in six coordinated colors: Yarn A in chestnut (color 439), Yarn B in pink (color 85), Yarn C in yellow (color 149), Yarn D in orange (color 159), Yarn E in green (color 316), and Yarn F in blue (color 31).

Two crochet hooks are required for this project: a 4mm (US G/6) hook and a 4.5mm (US 7) hook. The use of two hook sizes allows for gauge control and varied fabric density throughout the garment. Yarn quantities vary by size, with Yarn A (the primary color) requiring between 9 and 13 balls of 50g depending on size selection, while accent colors require 2 balls each for the smaller sizes.

Design Features

The multicolor construction of the Bohemia Cardigan creates a bohemian-inspired aesthetic through strategic color placement. The combination of dk weight yarn with varied stitch heights produces a garment with excellent drape and visual texture. The cropped sleeve length and range of bust sizes make this cardigan adaptable for various body types and styling preferences, from fitted to relaxed wear.