Add cozy charm to your wardrobe with the crochet fur motif cardigan, blending soft textures and style for the perfect balance of warmth and elegance.
Crochet Fur Motif Cardigan
Crochet isn’t just a hobby anymore—it’s an opportunity to add warmth and personality to your wardrobe. The crochet fur motif cardigan stands out for its unique combination of texture and timeless design. With intricate fur-like motifs stitched into a comfortable fabric, this cardigan effortlessly pairs versatility with artistic flair. Whether you’re looking for a cozy layer on a chilly evening or a statement piece for a casual outing, it offers style without compromising comfort.
The cardigan is lightweight yet warm, making it ideal for year-round use. Its textured patterns bring a modern edge to traditional crochet, giving each piece a distinct personality. Beyond its practicality, it’s a celebration of personal design, as every stitch contributes to something truly original and wearable.
How To Crochet Fur Motif Cardigan
Materials Needed:
- Yarn:
- Dora's Knitting Lady's Dora Yarn:
- Color: Cinnamon, Color number: 107
- Dora's Knitting Lady's Dora Yarn:
- Gray Yarn: Same brand as above
- Furry Yarn: Spaghetti Fox Velvet Yarn (note that the specific color code isn't available)
- Crochet Hook: 3.50 millimeter
Step by step Instructions
Part 1: Creating the Motifs
- Select Yarn:
- Normal yarn (Cinnamon and Gray)
- Furry yarn
- Crocheted Motifs:
- 54 motifs in total: 3 gray, 3 cinnamon, 3 furry threads needed.
- Start Creating Motifs:
- Step 1: Using your selected yarn, create a slip knot on your 3.50-millimeter crochet hook.
- Step 2: Chain 4 and join with a slip stitch to form a ring.
- Step 3: Chain 3 (counts as a double crochet), then work 15 double crochets into the ring. Join with a slip stitch at the top of the chain 3.
Repeat the motifs as necessary until you have created 54 motifs in total.
Part 2: Joining the Motifs
- Join the First Set of Motifs:
- Lay two motifs flat with right sides facing up.
- Place the motifs side by side and start joining using single crochet.
- Insert hook in the corner of the first motif from the back.
- Insert hook in the corresponding corner of the second motif.
- Yarn over and pull through both motifs.
- Continue to work single crochets across the edges of both motifs.
- Continue Joining Following Step 1:
- Repeat for the rest of the motifs.
Part 3: Constructing the Cardigan
- Cardigan Body:
- Lay out the joined motifs in the cardigan shape:
- Front: 5 motifs width and 4 motifs height.
- Back: 4 motifs width and 4 motifs height.
- Lay out the joined motifs in the cardigan shape:
- Sleeves:
- Attach the motifs for the sleeves joining 6 motifs.
- If the sleeve is short, add 3 more motifs.
- Shoulders:
- For each shoulder, join motifs to accommodate the design layout.
- Ensure you join approximately up to 4 motifs height.
- Seam Construction:
- Single crochet to seam along the sides and shoulders.
- Single crochet to seam along the sides and shoulders.
Part 4: Adding Finishing Touches
- Collar and Bottom Hem:
- Starting at the neck, work double crochet around the edges.
- Repeat for 2 rows for the complete framework around the cardigan.
- Cuff Finishing:
- Create additional rows of double crochet on the sleeve cuffs (5 rows if you completed to make 10 initially revised to 5 later).
- Final Adjustments:
- Check and hide any protruding ends using a smaller crochet hook.
- Ensure the motifs are steamed and adjusted properly.
FAQs or Troubleshooting
- Motif Joining: Ensure motifs are aligned correctly. If you feel stuck at any point, use single crochet or consult comments/contact area.
- Size Customization:
- If enlarging: Increase motif sizes or add more motifs in rows and columns.
- For smaller: Decrease motif size or number of motives.
- Using Instagram Direct for Further Help: If stuck, send messages via Instagram for prompt responses.