Catalina Cardigan Crochet Pattern

Cozy Up with Style: A Beautiful Cardigan Crochet Pattern

There’s nothing quite like wrapping yourself in a handmade cardigan—the perfect blend of warmth, comfort, and style. Whether you’re looking for a lightweight layer for breezy days or a chunky, cozy staple for chilly nights, this crochet cardigan pattern has you covered. Designed for both beginners and experienced crocheters, this pattern is easy to follow and customizable to your personal style. The Catalina Cardigan Crochet Pattern is a beginner level cardigan pattern. It’s made as almost one piece and has very little sewing. I have a video tutorial to help every step of the way! Grab your favorite yarn, hook, and a cup of tea—let’s create a timeless wardrobe piece together!

Half Double Crochet (hdc) V Stitch (V st)

The half double crochet V stitch (hdc V st) is a simple and textured crochet stitch that combines half double crochets and chain spaces to create a lacy, openwork pattern.

Why I love this stitch:

– Creates a soft, airy texture, perfect for lightweight scarves, shawls, and blankets.
– Works up quickly and has a nice drape.
– Great for variegated yarns, as the open spaces highlight color changes beautifully.

It’s a beginner-friendly stitch that works up quickly and looks beautiful in both solid and variegated yarns!

Choosing Your Yarn

For the yarn I used Lion Brand Heartland in Canyon. This is a soft, acrylic worsted weight yarn. It has a pretty heathered look. Any acrylic, worsted weight yarn will work great for this sweater. Choosing an acrylic worsted weight yarn for a sweater is a practical and budget-friendly option, especially for beginners or those looking for easy-care garments. Acrylic yarn is soft, lightweight, and comes in a wide range of colors and textures, making it versatile for different styles. It is also machine washable and durable, making it ideal for everyday wear. Consider a high-quality acrylic blend for added softness and breathability, ensuring comfort while maintaining warmth.

This pattern was originally part of a crochet along (you can see all those details HERE). I decided to post the pattern in it’s entirety (rather that individual parts) all in one post. You can now get the full free pattern here in one blog post!

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Catalina Cardigan Crochet Pattern

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Materials
Worsted weight acrylic yarn ((S – 500g, M – 600g, L – 700g) (XL – 800g, 2X – 900g, 3X – 1000g)) – I used Lion Brand Heartland in Canyon. Any worsted weight acrylic (cotton or wool) would work great for this pattern
I/5.5 mm hook (or whatever hook needed to obtain gauge)
Yarn needle
Scissors
stitch markers

Level
beginner/advanced beginner

Pattern notes & stitches to know
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
V St –  hdc v stitch—(hdc, ch 1, hdc) all in same stitch
sc2tog – single crochet 2 together

· written in US terms

· ch 2 counts as hdc

· ch 1 does not count as sc

· This cardigan is made as one rectangle, with openings for the sleeves (like the graphic on the right). There is a little sewing across the shoulders. Then the sleeves are added with turned rounds, next the collar, and last the pockets.

· Gauge: 6 V St x 9 rows = 4” x 4”

Sizes:
(S, M, L) (XL, 2X, 3X) – The pattern is written in these sizes consecutively. Example, when the pattern gives the end of row count ((50, 56, 62) (68, 74, 80) V St) the 50 is for S, 56 is M, 62 is L, 68 is XL, 74 is 2X, 80 is 3X.

This sweater is a loose fit with some positive ease.

Approx Finished Size:
Bust: S (35”) M (39”) L (43”) XL (47”) 2X (51”) 3X (55”)
Length: S (23.25”) M (24.75”) L (26.25”) XL (27.75”) 2X (29.25”) 3X (30.75”)
Armhole Width: S (7”) M (7.5”) L (8”) XL (8.5”) 2X (9”) 3X (9.5”)
Sleeve Length: S (23”) M (24”) L (25”) XL (26”) 2X (27”) 3X (28”)
Size Small pictured. I am 5’0” with 34” bust

CATALINA CARDIGAN CROCHET PATTERN

Watch the video for Part 1 HERE

ch (154, 172, 190) (208, 226, 244) (ch a multiple of 3 + 1)

Row 1: V St in the 4th ch from the hook, *skip 2 chains, V St in next* repeat from * to * across to last 3 chains, skip 2 chains, hdc in last stitch ((50, 56, 62) (68, 74, 80) V Sts)

Row 2: ch 2, turn, V St in each ch-1 space across, hdc in turning ch ((50, 56, 62) (68, 74, 80) V Sts)

Row 3 – (40, 42, 44) (46, 48, 50): repeat row 2 ((50, 56, 62) (68, 74, 80) V Sts)

This is the length before the armholes are made. To adjust the length, add or take out rows as needed.

Watch the video for Part 2 HERE

Section A is made in the next rows. You will only work partly across the row, then turn.

Section A (optional: place a stitch marker at the beginning of this row to mark as row 1)

Row 1: ch 2, turn, V St in the next (11, 13, 14) (16, 17, 19) ch-1 spaces, hdc in next hdc (this will be the first “leg” of the next V St) ((11, 13, 14) (16, 17, 19) V St)

Row 2: ch 2, turn, V St in each ch-1 space across, hdc in turning ch ((11, 13, 14) (16, 17, 19) V St)

Row 3 – (18, 19, 20) (21, 22, 23): repeat row 2

The height of section A is the size of your armhole. Add or take out rows as needed.

Fasten off. Leave a long end for sewing.

Section B (optional: place a stitch marker at the beginning of this row to mark as row 1)

With section A on the right, join yarn to the hdc right next to the last stitch from Section A: Row 1.

Row 1: ch 2, V St in the next (26, 28, 32) (34, 38, 40) ch-1 spaces, hdc in next hdc (this will be the first “leg” of the next V St) ((26, 28, 32) (34, 38, 40) V St)

Row 2: ch 2, turn, V St in each ch-1 space across, hdc in turning ch ((26, 28, 32) (34, 38, 40) V St)

Row 3 – (18, 19, 20) (21, 22, 23): repeat row 2 ((26, 28, 32) (34, 38, 40) V St)

Or until it’s the same length as Section A

Fasten off. Leave a long end for sewing.

Section C (optional: place a stitch marker at the beginning of this row to mark as row 1)

With section A & B on the right, join yarn to the hdc right next to the last stitch from Section B: Row 1.

Row 1: ch 2, V St in the remaining ch-1 spaces, hdc in turning ch ((11, 13, 14) (16, 17, 19) V St)

Row 2: ch 2, turn, V St in each ch-1 space across, hdc in turning ch ((11, 13, 14) (16, 17, 19) V St)

Row 3 – (18, 19, 20) (21, 22, 23): repeat row 2

Fasten off. Leave a long end for sewing.

Fold sections A & C towards the middle (section B). Line up the edges across the top with stitch markers. Use the long ends and a yarn needle to whip stitch the shoulders closed.

SLEEVES

Watch the video for part 3 HERE

With cardigan facing right side out, join yarn to the bottom of an armhole

There are not exact row counts for the sleeves. It’s most important that the stitches are worked evenly around than trying to reach a specific number. For a size small, I had 60 sc around.

Round 1: ch 1, sc evenly around the sleeve—make sure the total number of stitches is a multiple of 3, join to first sc with sl st

Round 2: ch 2, turn, *skip 2 stitches, V St in the next* repeat from * to * around, skip last 2 stitches, join to first ch 2 with sl st

Round 3: ch 2, turn, V St in each ch-1 space around, join to first ch 2 with sl st

Round 3 – (35, 37, 39) (41, 43, 45): repeat round 3

or until desired sleeve length

Round (36, 38, 40) (42, 44, 46): ch 1, turn, sc in each stitch and ch-1 space around, join to first sc with sl st

Round (37, 39, 41) (43, 45, 47): ch 1, turn,*sc in next, sc2tog* repeat from * to * around, joint to first sc with sl st

Round (38, 40, 42) (44, 46, 48): ch 1, turn,*sc in next, sc2tog* repeat from * to * around, joint to first sc with sl st

Round (39, 41, 43) (45, 47, 49): ch 1, turn, sc in each stitch around, join to first sc with sl st

Fasten off.

Weave in the ends.

Repeat for other sleeve.

COLLAR

Watch the video for part 4 HERE

With cardigan facing right side out, join yarn to the bottom left corner of the cardigan

The collar is worked all the way around to the opposite corner

Row 1: ch 1, sc evenly around the entire collar to the opposite corner on the bottom right

Row 2 – 6: ch 1, turn, sc in each stitch across

Fasten off. Weave in the end.

POCKETS (make 2)

ch 25 (or your desired width that’s a multiple of 3 + 1)

Row 1: V St in the 4th ch from the hook, *skip 2 chains, V St in next* repeat from * to * across to last 3 chains, skip 2 chains, hdc in last stitch (7 V Sts)

Row 2: ch 2, turn, V St in each ch-1 space across, hdc in turning ch (7 V Sts)

Row 3 – 14: repeat row 2

Or until desired length

Fasten off. Leave a long end for sewing around the pocket.

With cardigan facing right side out, place each pocket on the bottom front corners. Line them up so they are the same. Use stitch markers to keep them in place. Use the long end & yarn needle to whip stitch around the bottom 3 sides, leaving the top open.

Fasten off. Weave in the ends.

And that’s it!! You’re done with your Catalina Cardigan! I hope you love it!

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