A short, oversized brioche crochet cardigan in a defined leaf motif, worked from side-to-side in slip stitched short rows. The cropped cardigan features full, gathered sleeves, a hood, ribbed cuffs and trim, and even a secret pocket. The pattern repeat used throughout is easy to memorize, and best of all, a lot of fun to do! Many photographs and notes are included to make this pattern easy to follow, and as with all my patterns, I am here and willing to help.

SUPPLIES
7 Skeins of Cygnet Colour Rush DK in Raindrop
6.5mm/K crochet hook
5.5mm/H crochet hook
Tapestry needle
3-4 Stitch markers
Wine (optional)

SIZING
The oversized cardigan is designed in one size, but designed in such a way that it works for a variety of sizes and shapes (for example, it will fit up to at least a 52” bust with ease; however, the cardigan is pictured to show how it fits on a size 8/10 mannequin). The measurements are as follows:
Waistband including lapel edging: 46”
Back width from dropped shoulder underarm to underarm: 33”
Sleeve length from edge of drop shoulder to cuff: 12”
Length: 22”

STITCHES
There are no complicated stitches, but you should be familiar with:
CH - Chain stitch
BLSL - Back Loop Slip Stitch
BLSC - Back Loop Single Crochet
FLSL Front Loop Slip Titch
FLSC Front Loop Single Crochet
SL Slip Stitch
Mattress Stitch
Whip Stitch

GAUGE
Because this is such a difficult stitch pattern to gauge, and because the secret pocket includes all the row variations in the pattern, the pocket itself makes an excellent gauge swatch, with the added benefit of not going to waste. The pocket instructions appear at the end of the pattern, and the finished pocket should measure 5” wide and 4.5” tall. Keep in mind that because this is an intentionally oversized cardigan, you will likely have some leeway with gauge.

If you prefer to measure by the size of the motif, each leaf measures 2.5” x 4.5”

Please note this is a written pattern and does not include charts.