Craft a colorful statement with this Crochet Granny Square Cropped Cardigan—perfect for layering and showcasing your creativity!
Crochet Granny Square Cropped Cardigan
Give your wardrobe a fresh, fun twist! This Crochet Granny Square Cropped Cardigan is made from 51 colorful granny squares, all joined with a neat black border. Its cropped length and cuffed sleeves make it ideal for layering. Simple stitches like double and half double crochets mean it's beginner-friendly and enjoyable for pros. Bright, unique, and stylish, this cardigan is a great way to showcase your creativity.
Why Love This Pattern?
- Vibrant Colors: The pattern allows for the use of vibrant, rainbow-colored yarns, making the cardigan eye-catching and fun.
- Creative Borders: It incorporates a black border which provides a striking contrast with the vibrant colors.
- Customizability: You can choose any six colors of yarn of your choice, making it highly customizable to your personal taste.
- Simple Techniques: The pattern mainly uses simple crochet techniques like double crochets, making it accessible for beginners.
- Versatile Design: The pattern includes additional elements like cuffs and borders, providing a cohesive and polished finished look.
How To Crochet Granny Square Cropped Cardigan
Materials Needed
- Six different colors of yarn (any colors of your choice)
- I Love This Yarn brand (or any similar)
- 5 mm crochet hook
- Threading needle
- Pair of scissors
Granny Square Pattern
- Magic Ring
- Create a magic ring (magic circle) using your preferred method.
- Chain 1 (this does not count as a stitch).
- Round 1
- Work 4 single crochets into the magic ring.
- Pull the tail to close the ring tightly.
- Slip stitch into the first single crochet to close the round.
- Round 2
- Chain 2 (counts as the first double crochet).
- Work 2 double crochets into the same stitch.
- Chain 2 (this forms the corner).
- [3 double crochets, chain 2] into the same stitch three times.
- Slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain 2 to close the round.
- Round 3
- Slip stitch into the next space.
- Chain 2 (counts as the first double crochet).
- Work 2 more double crochets into the same space.
- In the next chain-2 space (corner), work 3 double crochets, chain 2, 3 double crochets.
- Repeat from * to * around.
- Slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain 2 to close the round.
- Subsequent Rounds
- Continue working in the pattern of 3 double crochet clusters in each space, chaining 2 only at corners.
- Work additional rounds until the square measures approximately 5 inches across.
- Finishing
- Once the desired size is reached, fasten off and weave in the ends using the threading needle.
Cardigan Construction
- Number of Squares
- Make a total of 51 granny squares.
- Borders
- Create a border for the lower part of the cardigan and the inside portion.
- For this, use the black yarn and a 5 mm crochet hook.
- Chain 9.
- Work 8 half double crochets in the second chain from the hook down the row.
- Chain 1, turn, and continue working 8 half double crochets in each row until the border reaches the desired length.
- Create two wrist cuffs using the same method.
- Sewing Squares Together
- Lay out all the squares in the desired pattern.
- Use black yarn to sew the squares together. Ensure the "ugly" sides are facing up while sewing.
- Use a threading needle to sew down the middle, alternating stitches between squares to ensure a clean seam.
- After sewing squares together, weave in any extra ends.
- Attaching Wrist Cuffs
- Turn both the sleeve and cuff inside out.
- Align the cuff to the sleeve opening.
- Use a threading needle and black yarn to sew the cuff to the sleeve.
- Ensure to cinch the stitches slightly to give the puffed sleeve look.
- Final Touches
- Sew the two borders (inside and lower part) to the main cardigan.
- Weave in all remaining yarn ends for a clean finish.
Done! Your vibrant neon granny square cardigan is complete. Enjoy your new handmade creation!
