Free Strange & Unusual Crochet Cardigan Pattern

Cute but a little difficult.

I absolutely love this pattern. The colors are beautiful and the design is perfect. The instructions are very easy to follow. However, I do not think this should be classified as easy. It is not easy. The hardest part is sewing it all together. As a beginner, I have no idea what I’m actually doing and my panels did not come out the same length so I have no idea how to fix that. So more instructions on how to sew the sweater together would amazing.

Quality of Product

3

Value of Product

5

• We appreciate that you took the time to share your experiences. Finishing a garment can sometimes be the most challenging part. Sometimes, you can block the fabric prior to sewing, and that way adjust the panels so they can be closer to the same length, and pin them together before sewing. If  there is too much of a discrepancy, you may want to redo one of the panels so the two will match. We understand that this can be frustrating. 

  spinrite2025-09-23T14:39:29.000+00:00

Instructions need work to be clear.

As the previous person wrote, the instructions after the first 8 rows is poorly written. You (the writer of the pattern) sacrificed clarity for space. Even my wife, who is most definitely not a beginner, was unsure of what the pattern writer wanted done. So to save others from that waste of time (since it is a very cool pattern regardless), here's what they are instructing: Use the colors in the stripe pattern order but with the stitch instructions from rows 5-8 and repeat until you reach length desired. So your next row after the 8th one would be to break Color C and join Color A, chain 2. 1 HDC in each HDC to end of row. Turn. Repeat for 6th and 7th rows. Break Color A and join Color C. Use 8th row instructions. Then break Color C. Join Color B and use 5th, 6th, and 7th row instructions. Break B. Join C. Use 8th row instructions. Break C. Join A. 5th, 6th, and 7th row instructions. Etc. That's how the pattern goes. Hopefully that helps others in doing this cool cardigan. If the instructions were clearer, I would rate it 5 stars.

Quality of Product

3

Value of Product

5

• Thank you for your feedback. It is our desire to produce enjoyable patterns to crafters. We will forward your comments to our design team for consideration in future designs. We do hope that you like your finished cardigan!

  spinrite2025-09-16T18:50:26.000+00:00

Pattern Errors

I've just started on this pattern, but am already noticing some errors. The different sizes in the parentheses are wrongly coded. The instructions state sizing is XS/S, M/L, XL, 2/3X, and 4/5X, indicating there are 5 sizes. In the color- coding, though, they assign M and L different colors. In the parentheses, only the colors for M, L, XL, and 2/3X are present. For the back panel, the pattern is written as an 8 row repeat. But after the first 8 rows, it says to repeat only rows 5-8, which would result in no black stripes and it should read to repeat rows 1-8 until desired size is achieved. I was able to figure out the pattern , but a newer crocheter may be confused at the written errors. So far, the sweater is working up okay, and I will adjust my review as I complete the project.

• Thank you for contacting us regarding the Strange and Unusual Crochet Cardigan. We have sent your concerns regarding the sizes to our design team for further review. As for the stripes, the pattern says the following: “Cont in Stripe Pat, rep 5th to 8th rows until work from beg measures….” The Stripe Pattern is as follows: Stripe Pat With A, work 3 rows. With C, work 1 row. With B, work 3 rows. With C, work 1 row. These 8 rows form Stripe Pat. You will continue the stripe pattern as you repeat the 5th to 8th rows until you reach the measurement per the size you’re making. We hope this clarifies the striping portion for you and that you enjoy the rest of your project. Happy stitching!

  spinrite2024-10-10T16:42:04.000+00:00

How many chains to start the front panels

How many chains are we suppose to start the sleeves with?