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Knit and Crochet Fusion: Perfect Oversized Cardigan

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This project is perfect for knitters (and crocheters!) who want something relaxing and beginner-friendly. Most of the work is on edges and sleeves, and I’ve combined crochet and knitting to create a drop shoulder look.

Stitches are picked up and worked in a round on a circular needles. Sleeves are straight and made with 2 granny squares finished with stockinette stitch pattern of desired length and finished with 1Γ—1 rib stitch for 6 rows. 

Granny Squares

Each square measures about 17 cm (7 in) β€” adjust the number of squares for your desired fit. For my S/M size with an oversize look:

  • Front: 8 squares (2 per shoulder)
  • Back: 12 squares

Step-by-Step Rounds:

  1. Round 1: Chain 4 and join with a slip stitch to form a ring.
  2. Round 2: (Corners) [3 ch, 2 dc] 1 ch, then [3 dc] 1 ch, repeat [3 dc] 1 ch two more times, join to top of initial 3 ch.
  3. Round 3: In the first corner space, make [3 ch, 2 dc], then [3 dc, 2 ch, 3 dc]. 1 ch, make [3 dc, 2 ch, 3 dc] in next corner, repeat for remaining corners, 1 ch, join with slip stitch.
  4. Round 4: Repeat Round 3, but add an extra 3 dc group in the 1 ch space. Corners remain [3 dc, 2 ch, 3 dc].
  5. Round 5: Repeat Round 3.

Joining Squares:

  • Use single crochet (SC) to join all squares for the front and back panels.
  • Best way to get the perfect fit: try it on as you go. It’s better to make more squares than make squares bigger.

Yarn Choice:

  • Viking Alpaca Bris Yarn: 60% Baby Alpaca, 11% Merino Wool, 29% Nylon
  • Lightweight, warm, perfect for early autumn, or layer for colder weather.
  • Note: This yarn is easier to knit than crochet. Frogging (undoing stitches) can be tricky, so plan accordingly.

Sleeves

After joining 2 granny squares I picked up 46 stitches for S/M size. For my desired length I made 70 rows. Ribbing is reversible, to achieve this Purl is knitted with back loop.

Cast off.

Edges

Edges are knitted 1Γ—1 Rib Stitch to the desired length. Minimum 5 rows.

  • Row 1: *k1, p1*
  • Row 2: *k1, p1*

Cast off.

To pick up stitches I used a crochet hook, and picked up every stitch on the square. 

Tip for Blocking:

  • Do not wet block the alpaca squares. Alpaca has no stitch memory and will overstretch.
  • Instead, lightly mist each square with a spray bottle and lay flat to dry.

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