How to Crochet an Incredible Cardigan Using the Mosaic Crochet Technique

This crochet cardigan pattern has a video tutorial: https://youtu.be/Rox7cG61uJk

The Wish Up A Star Crochet Cardigan has a unique simple construction making it a beginner-friendly crochet garment. The cardigan body and arms are crocheted flat in one piece with half double crochet stitches, then seamed under the arms and down the sides. After seaming the top of the cardigan, the Mosaic crochet colorwork and ribbing is added to the bottom of the body.

Its intricate yet straightforward pattern is also a great way to hone your crochet skills. Plus, you can personalize the design to make it your own. Whether you choose a subtle dual-color crochet pattern or a vibrant multi-hued version, you’re sure to feel fashionable and cozy all at once!

The mosaic crochet colorwork is really what makes this garment shine. It’s a gratifying repeat that adds eye-catching repeats and style.

CROCHET HOOK:
Recommended Hook Size (4.5mm) & E (3.5mm) – or size to meet gauge, you may need to change hook sizes smaller or bigger depending on your crochet tension.

NOTIONS:
Removable Stitch Marker
Yarn Needle to weave in ends (and make french knots)
Scissors

YARN:
Mary Maxim Natural Alpaca
77% Acrylic, 20% Alpaca, 3% Viscose,
262yds/100g, Worsted Weight Yarn
Colorway: Raw Cotton & Cool Stream

Suggested Yarn Substitute:
WeCrochet Brava Tweed
Mary Maxim Aran Irish Tweed

YARDAGE:
Total Yards: 1655 (1700, 1800, 1900, 2000) (2150, 2250, 2300, 2450) yds.

Yardage per yarn color:
Main Color: 1425 (1460, 1545, 1630, 1720) (1845, 1935, 1975, 2105)
Contrasting Color: 230 (240, 255, 270, 280) (305, 315, 325, 345)

ABBREVIATIONS/STITCHES:
blo – back loop only
ch – chain stitches
dc – double crochet
hdc – half double crochet
mdc – mosaic double crochet (see page 2)
sc – single crochet
sl st – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch(es)
Stsc – stacked single crochet

GAUGE:
15 sts x 16 rows = 4×4 inches in mosaic blocked
15 sts x 12 rows = 4×4 in hdc blocked
Not sure what gauge is? Check out this blog post: What Is Crochet Gauge and How To Fix It

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS/SIZES:
Finished Garment Bust (includes 6-10 inches of ease):
39 (43, 48, 52, 56) (60, 65, 69, 73)” See schematic.

SKILL LEVEL:
Intermediate/Advanced Colorwork

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