This button cardigan crochet pattern is designed with versatility and comfort in mind. While this cardigan is easy to stitch, it’s the simple details that elevates this garment. Effortlessly layer the Haven Cardigan over any outfit for an outfit that is both cozy and timeless.
I have an unashamed love for cardigans. They are great for layering, super versatile and oh-so-cozy. I love to design simple patterns, but elevate them with a few added details.
This button cardigan crochet pattern will become your new favorite cardigan!
For this cardigan I knew I wanted to add buttons because I think they add such a classic look. This was my first time adding crochet pockets to a garment, and I have to say I’m obsessed! I don’t think I can ever go back to not adding them to garments in the future 😉
When I name my designs, sometimes the names have personal meanings while other times I just think a particular name suits the design. Wearing the Haven Cardigan is like wearing a big cozy blanket. And being wrapped in a blanket often has the feeling of security and comfort, which is exactly what I want people to feel while wearing this garment.
The Yarn
Every since Lion Brand released Chainette in their LB collection, I have heard raving reviews about the yarn. When I was planning out this design, I knew it would be the perfect opportunity to try this yarn. I have to say, it definitely lives up to the hype! This yarn is so soft and fluffy and it makes this button cardigan crochet pattern feel like a fluffy, wearable cloud!
The button cardigan crochet pattern can be found for free below!
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Materials
- 1590(1650, 1700, 1800, 1940, 2000) yards of worsted weight (4) yarn
- 12(13, 13, 14, 15, 16) balls of Lion Brand Chainette in Silver.
- US J/6.00mm crochet hook
- US H/5.00mm crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
Notes
- The pattern is worked in US crochet terms.
- The front and back panels are worked, bottom-up, in rows and then seamed together. The sleeves are worked, bottom-up, in rounds.
Skill Level: Easy
Size: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Measurements: Measurements are approximate.
Bust: 29[33, 37, 41, 45, 49] inches
Length: 28[28, 28 ½, 29, 30] inches
Stitches Used:
Sl st: Slip Stitch
Ch: Chain
Hdc: Half Double Crochet
Gauge: With J hook, approximately 5 rows of 7 hdcs in the front loop only = 2 inches
Pattern
Back Panel
To work the ribbing, ch 13(13, 13, 15, 15, 17)
Row 1: 1 hdc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 hdc in every ch across (12, 12, 12, 14, 14, 16). Ch 1, turn.
Row 2-40(46, 52, 58, 62, 68): 1 hdc in the back loop only of every st (12, 12, 12, 14, 14, 16). Ch 1, turn.
To work on the body, turn the ribbing to work along the long side.
Row 1: Evenly work 54(62, 70, 78, 84, 92) hdc across (54, 62, 70, 78, 84, 92) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2-57: 1 hdc in the front loop only of every st (54, 62, 70, 78, 84, 92). Ch 1, turn.
Front Panels (make 2)
To work the ribbing, ch 13(13, 13, 15, 15, 17)
Row 1: 1 hdc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 hdc in every ch across (12, 12, 12, 14, 14, 16). Ch 1, turn.
Row 2-18(20, 22, 25, 28, 31): 1 hdc in the back loop only of every st (12, 12, 12, 14, 14, 16). Ch 1, turn.
To work on the body, turn the ribbing to work along the long side.
Row 1: Evenly work 24(27, 30, 34, 38, 42) hdc across (24, 27, 30, 34, 38, 42). Ch 1, turn.
Row 2-57: 1 hdc in the front loop only of every st (24, 27, 30, 34, 38, 42). Ch 1, turn.
Sleeves (make 2)
To make the ribbing, ch 9(9, 9, 11, 11, 11)
Row 1: 1 hdc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 hdc in every ch (8, 8, 8, 10, 10, 10). Ch 1, turn.
Row 2-16: 1 hdc in the back loop only of every st (8, 8, 8, 10, 10, 10). Ch 1 turn.
Sl st the two ends of the ribbing together to form a cuff.
Row 1: Evenly work 24(24, 27, 30, 33, 36) hdc around the cuff (24, 24, 27, 30, 33, 36). Ch 1, turn.
NOTE even though you are working in a round, still turn at the end of each round.
Row 2: *1 hdc in the front loop only of 7(7, 8, 9, 10, 11) sts, 2 hdc in next st* repeat around (27, 27, 30, 33, 36, 39). Ch 1, turn.
Row 3-4: 1 hdc in the front loop only of every st (27, 27, 30, 33, 36, 39). Ch 1, turn.
Row 5: *1 hdc in the front loop only of 8(8, 9, 10, 11, 12 sts, 2 hdc in next st* repeat around (30, 30, 33, 36, 39, 42). Ch 1, turn.
Row 6-7: 1 hdc in the front loop only of every st (30, 30, 33, 36, 39, 42). Ch 1, turn.
Row 8: *1 hdc in the front loop only of 9(9, 10, 11, 12, 13) sts, 2 hdc in next st* repeat around (33, 33, 36, 39, 42, 45). Ch 1, turn.
Row 9-10: 1 hdc in the front loop only of every st (33, 33, 36, 39, 42, 45). Ch 1, turn.
Row 11: *1 hdc in the front loop only of 10(10, 11, 12, 13, 14) sts, 2 hdc in next st* repeat around (36, 36, 39, 42, 45, 48). Ch 1, turn.
Row 12-13: 1 hdc in the front loop only of every st (36, 36, 39, 42, 45, 48). Ch 1, turn.
Row 14: *1 hdc in the front loop only of 11(11, 12, 13, 14, 15) sts, 2 hdc in next st* repeat around (39, 39, 42, 45, 48, 51). Ch 1, turn.
Row 15-16: 1 hdc in the front loop only of every st (39, 39, 42, 45, 48, 51). Ch 1, turn.
Row 17: *1 hdc in the front loop only of 12(12, 13, 14, 15, 16) sts, 2 hdc in next st* repeat around (42, 42, 45, 48, 51, 54). Ch 1, turn.
Row 18-19: 1 hdc in the front loop only of every st (42, 42, 45, 48, 51, 54). Ch 1, turn.
Row 20: *1 hdc in the front loop only of 13(13, 14, 15, 16, 17) sts, 2 hdc in next st* repeat around (45, 45, 48, 51, 54, 57). Ch 1, turn.
Row 21-22: 1 hdc in the front loop only of every st (45, 45, 48, 51, 54, 57). Ch 1, turn.
Row 23: *1 hdc in the front loop only of 14(14, 15, 16, 17, 18) sts, 2 hdc in next st* repeat around (48, 48, 51, 54, 57, 60). Ch 1, turn.
Row 24-26: 1 hdc in the front loop only of every st (48, 48, 51, 54, 57, 60). Ch 1, turn.
Row 27: *1 hdc in the front loop only of 15(15, 16, 17, 18, 19) sts, 2 hdc in next st* repeat around (51, 51, 54, 57, 60, 63). Ch 1, turn.
Row 28-33: 1 hdc in the front loop only of every st (51, 51, 54, 57, 60, 63). Ch 1, turn.
For sizes XS-M stop here (unless a longer length is needed)
Row 34: *1 hdc in the front loop only of 17(18, 19, 20) sts, 2 hdc in next st* repeat around (57, 60, 63, 66). Ch 1, turn.
Row 35-37: 1 hdc in the front loop only of every st (57, 60, 63, 66) . Ch 1, turn.
Seaming
Block the front and back panels. Lay the front panels on top of the back panel and seam on the dotted lines.
If you want a split seam, start right above the ribbing.
Leave 6.5(7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9) inches for the armhole.
Sew the sleeves into the armholes.
Border
With H hook attach at the point.
Row 1: Evenly work 194(198, 202, 208, 214, 220) hdcs around. Ch 1, turn.
Row 2-4(4, 4, 6, 6, 6): 1 hdc in every st (194, 198, 202, 208, 214, 220). Ch 1, turn.
Row 5(5, 5, 7, 7, 7): 1 hdc in the first 5(5, 6, 6, 7, 7) sts. *To create a button hole ch 1, skip on st, 1 hdc in the next st. 1 hdc in the next 8(8, 9, 9, 10, 10).* Repeat for a total of 5 button holes. Work 1 hdc in the rest of the sts (194, 198, 202, 208, 214, 220). Ch 1, turn.
Row 6(6, 6, 8, 8, 8): 1 hdc in every st. Work 1 hdc in every ch space (194, 198, 202, 208, 214, 220). Ch 1, turn.
Row 7(7, 7, 9, 9, 9): 1 hdc in every st (194, 198, 202, 208, 214, 220). Ch 1, turn.
Sew the buttons on the opposite side of the corresponding button holes.
Pockets (make 2)
With H hook, ch 6(6, 6, 7, 7, 7)
Row 1: 1 hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in every ch across (5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 6). Ch 1, turn.
Row 2-15(15, 15, 17, 17, 17): 1 hdc in the back loop only of every st (5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 6). Ch 1, turn.
To work on the body, turn the ribbing to work along the long side.
Row 1: Evenly work 20(20, 20, 23, 23, 23) across (20, 20, 20, 23, 23, 23). Ch 1, turn.
Row 2-9(9, 9, 11, 11, 11): 1 hdc in the front loop only of every st (20, 20, 20, 23, 23, 23)
Fasten off. Sew the pockets on either side of the front of the cardigan
Weave in any loose ends.
I hope you enjoy this button cardigan crochet pattern! Be sure to tag me on Instagram (@stitchberryblog) with your Haven cardigan, I would love to see it!
Thank you to Lion Brand Yarn for providing the yarn for this project!
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I am currently working on the sleeves and am a bit confused about turning while working in the round.
Hello Jamie,
Once you reach the end of the round, join into the first st and ch 1 as normal. Then turn your work (like you would with a row) so that you are working in the opposite direction.
Hi Grace, I had the same question as Jamie and this was also posted on Ravelry by someone who made the Forager cardigan. Should I use a slip stitch to join, and then chain and turn?
Hello! yes, that is correct!
I already purchased this pattern, but need to reprint it, is there a way to do that without having to pay again.
Karen,
You should be able to access the pattern in your purchases on Etsy.
Grace
What size hook is used for the ribbing? What size buttons did you use?
What size buttons please?
Hello Grace!! I just found this nice sweater pattern, and am eager to try it! Mostly, at this point, I want to say how nice it is to see a maker answer answer her emails!! Very kind and considerate of you! Makes me much more inclined to check out your whole site! Thanks you! Have a wonderful day!! 🌻🌞🌻
Hello! I’m confused about the gauge. With a J hook I am 2″ wide but almost 4″ tall. Should the gauge be 2″ square? Thank you!
Hi there! I love your pattern! I am pretty new to crocheting so wanted to see if you could explain the back panel a little further for me. I’m confused on how when i turn the ribbing to work on the long side that i count/determine which stiches to place in order Evenly work 84 hdc across when the rows are 62. I keep coming up with either too many or too few stitches. Thanks for your help and pattern!
Hello Amanda! There is not a specific method for placement of the stitches across the long side. However, I would suggest to try to work a stitch into 4-5 rows, and then skip a row. Does that make sense?