This is a crochet pattern for a beautiful, fitted, long sleeved cardigan. It uses subtle darting to shape to form and gently swoops in at the waist before skimming over the hips.

Written in US terms with a conversion chart included for UK terms. Photographs have been used throughout to help with clear instructions. A photo free version will also be included for printing.

Sizes given:
S = UK 8-10 / US 4-6 - 34” bust
M = UK 12-14 / US 8-10 - 38” bust
L = UK 16-18 / US 12-14 - 42” bust
XL = UK 20-22 / US 16-18 - 46” bust
2XL = UK 24-26 / US 20-22 - 50” bust
3XL = UK 28-30 / US 24-26 - 54” bust

The pattern includes variations for capped sleeves, cropped sleeves, or loose fit sleeves. It will also give instructions for increasing the length of the cardigan.

I recommend using a smooth mercerised cotton yarn in DK/Light Worsted weight, to give a clear stitch definition.
I have used Drops Muskat Egyptian Cotton and a 4mm hook.
You may also work this pattern in other DK weight yarns for a different finish, eg. wool or acrylic yarn will make more of a woolly cardigan.

You will need:
DK weight yarn - approx. 600g/650g/700g/750g/800g/850g (based on 50g = 109yds)
4mm crochet hook
8 small buttons - 10-12mm in diameter
Sewing needle and thread for buttons
Yarn needle
Scissors
Optional - 6 stitch markers or scrap yarn