Lacy, flowy, and effortlessly stylish—this lightweight ruana cardi is destined to become your go-to summer layer! Add a touch of boho charm to any outfit, whether you’re heading to the beach or layering up for a breezy day. The leaf-inspired lacework is both fun and meditative to create, making it a joy to crochet and wear. Available in five hybrid sizes, fitting sizes XS to 5X and 3 length options, ensures a perfect fit for every body type.

Skill = Intermediate pattern

YARN
DK weight yarn (weight 3) ~ Suggested bamboo, superwash merino, light weight cotton, or a silk blend for ideal drape. Yarn estimates are written as Length {A, B, C}.
Size 1 = {624, 925, 1226} yds / {571, 846, 1122} m
Size 2 = {685, 1015, 1342} yds / {627, 929, 1228} m
Size 3 = {775, 1152, 1529} yds / {709, 1054, 1399} m
Size 4 = {837, 1242, 1645} yds / {766, 1136, 1505} m
Size 5 = {899, 1330, 1761} yds / {823, 1217, 1611} m
Estimates are approximate and include an additional 5% buffer in the yardage calculations.

HOOK + MATERIALS
4mm (G) crochet hook
5mm (H) crochet hook
Scissors
Tapestry needle
Measuring tape
2-4 Stitch markers

GAUGE
In pattern gauge - Front Panel, Size 1, Rows 1-7 = 6” / 15 cm width x 3.5” / 9 cm length blocked and laid flat
DC gauge - 15 DC x 8 rows = 4” / 10 cm blocked and laid flat

STITCHES (US TERMS)
Ch, DC, DTR, HDC, SC, Slst, PSC - video tutorial here.

CONSTRUCTION
The cardi is worked flat in turned rows. You’ll start with the back panel, working it from the bottom up. Next, you’ll create each front panel, also working from the bottom up, and seam them to the back panel. Sleeves are then added to each side, and the cardi is finished with a border and fringe.

SIZING + FIT
This pattern is graded for hybrid sizing with positive ease of 12” to 18” / 30.5 to 45.5 cm built in. Sizing is written throughout as (1, 2, 3, 4, 5), intended to fit bust circumference (28-34, 36-42, 44-50, 52-58, 60-66)” / (71-86.5, 91.5-106.5, 112-127, 132-147.5, 152.5-167.5) cm. This pattern is graded for 3 lengths. The lengths are written throughout as Length {A, B, C}, intended to measure {17, 24.5, 32}” / {43, 62, 81.5} cm in length. Keep in mind that over time, the weight of the yarn combined with gravity may naturally add a bit more length.
Modifications: The size and length is easily customizable by working more or less repeats in each leaf or sleeve section. Any modification may increase or decrease the amount of yarn needed.

MEASUREMENTS
Measurements are written for size (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) and are blocked and laid flat.
Full width = (23, 27, 31, 35, 39)” / (58.5, 68.5, 78.5, 89, 99) cm
Arm depth = (10, 10, 12, 12, 12)” / (25.5, 25.5, 30.5, 30.5, 30.5) cm
Length {A, B, C} (not including fringe) = {17, 24.5, 32}” / {43, 62, 81.5} cm
Fringe = 8” / 20 cm

PATTERN HELP & QUESTIONS
Send me an email anytime with any questions you may have — Tessa@Tzigns.com. Be as descriptive as possible so I can help you quicker and please allow 1-3 business days for a reply.

PATTERN DETAILS
2.0 Pattern update release: March _, 2025 (v2.0 has been tech edited but not re-tested)
Pattern release: June 24, 2021
Find all the details, construction, schematics, etc in the linked Pattern Details PDF here.