Colorblock Oversized Cardigan Pattern

Info :

For the front panels, you will start working from the bottom all the way up until you start doing the alternating decrease - non-decrease rows to create the V-shape on the upper half of the cardigan.

Front Panel 1 - Step 1 :

Chain 35 (39, 43, 47, 51, 55).

Front Panel 1 - Step 2 :

Skip 2ch then hdc on the 3rd ch from the hook.

Front Panel 1 - Step 3 :

Hdc on each ch until you reach the end of the row. You should have a total of 33 (37, 41, 45, 49, 53) hdcs.

Front Panel 1 - Step 4 :

Ch 2. Flip your work then hdc on the same st. Hdc on each of the next sts until you reach the end of the row.

Front Panel 1 - Step 5 :

Repeat Step 4 until you make a total of 24 (26, 28, 30, 32, 34) rows.

Info :

You will now start working on the upper part of the cardigan. To do the V-shape you will start making the alternating decrease – non-decrease rows.

Front Panel 1 - Step 6 :

Ch 2. Flip your work then hdc on the same st. Hdc on each of the next sts until you reach the last 2 sts. For the last 2 sts, make an hdc2tog (decrease row).

Info :

To make an hdc2tog, yarn over, insert hook into the stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop (3 loops on the hook), yarn over, insert hook into the next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop (5 loops on the hook), yarn over and pull through all 5 loops on the hook.

Front Panel 1 - Step 7 :

Ch 2. Flip your work then hdc on the same st. Hdc on each of the next sts until you reach the end of the row (non-decrease row).

Front Panel 1 - Step 8 :

Ch 2. Flip your work then make an hdc2tog on the first 2 sts. Hdc on each of the next sts until you reach the end of the row (decrease row).

Front Panel 1 - Step 9 :

Repeat steps 7-8 until you make a total of 18 (20, 22, 24, 26, 28) rows starting from the row where you placed the stitch marker. Include the row with the stitch marker when counting.

Front Panel 1 - Step 10 :

After the last hdc on the last row, ch 1 and fasten off. If you ended the row on the outer side of the panel (the one with a straight edge), leave a tail that is 3x longer than the length of the last row of the front panel. If you ended the row on the inner side of the panel (the one with the V-Shape), leave a tail long enough for weaving.

Front Panel 2 - Info :

For the lower half of the front panel 2, repeat steps 1-5 of the front panel 1. You will now start working on the upper part of the cardigan. To do the V-shape you will start making the alternating decrease – non-decrease rows.

Front Panel 2 - Step 6 :

Ch 1. Flip your work then make an hdc2tog on the first 2 sts. Hdc on each of the next sts until you reach the end of the row (decrease row).

Info :

Put a stitch marker on your hdc2tog to remind you which side you are going to do the hdc2tog. The stitch marker will also help you count the rows for the upper part of the cardigan.

— Sleeves :

Info :

For the sleeves, you will start working from the cuff ribbing then to the sleeve which is worked in rounds.

Cuff Ribbing - Step 1 :

Using your color of choice: Chain 10.

Cuff Ribbing - Step 2 :

Hdc on the 3rd chain from the hook. Hdc until you reach the end of the row. You should now have a total of 8 hdcs.

Cuff Ribbing - Step 3 :

Ch2. Flip your work. Do a BLOhdc until you reach the end of the row. Make sure you have a total of 8 hdcs.

Cuff Ribbing - Step 4 :

Repeat step 3 until you make a total of 12 (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) rows or until the length of the cuff ribbing when stretched covers your entire wrist. Make sure you are comfortable.

Cuff Ribbing - Step 5 :

Now you will attach both ends of the cuff ribbing by doing a sl st on the inner loops only. Attach ends together so cuff forms a tube.

Cuff Ribbing - Step 6 :

Once you reach the end of the row, make 2sc on the 1st hdc post then 1 sc on the next hdc post.

Cuff Ribbing - Step 7 :

Place alternating 2sc then 1 sc on each of the next hdc posts until you reach the end. When you reach the end of the row, sl st on the st before the 1st sc that you created.

Info :

You have now created the cuff ribbing ready to be worked into the sleeve. Repeat steps until comfortable fit is achieved.

Sleeves - If using same cuff yarn :

Ch2 then dc on the same st (then go to Step 2 of sleeves).

Sleeves - If using different color from cuff - Step 1 :

Insert the hook into any st in the row. Sl st. Ch2 then dc on the same st.

Sleeves - Step 2 :

2dc on the next st. Do the alternating 1dc and 2dc on each of the next sts until you reach the end of the row. Sl st on the 1st dc of the row.

Sleeves - Step 3 :

Ch2. Dc on the next st then 2 dc on the next st.

Sleeves - Step 4 :

Do the alternating 1dc and 2dc on each of the next sts until you reach the end of the row. If you ended your row with 1dc, add 2dc on the same stitch where you placed the ch2 at the start of the row. Sl st on the 1st dc of the row. If you ended your row with 2dc, add 1dc on the same stitch where you placed the ch2 at the start of the row. Sl st on the 1st dc of the row.

Sleeves - Info :

You may repeat steps 3-4 if you want to achieve fuller/wider sleeves.

Sleeves - Step 5 :

Ch2. DC on the same st. 1dc on each of the next 2 sts. Then 2dcs on the next st.

Sleeves - Step 6 :

Place 1dc into each of the next 3 sts then 2dcs on the next st. Repeat this step until you reach the end of the row. Sl st on the 1st dc of the row.

Sleeves - Step 7 :

Ch2. DC on the next st then 1 dc on each of the next sts until you reach the end of your row. Add another dc on the same stitch where you placed the ch2 at the start of the row. Sl st on the 1st dc of the row.

Sleeves - Step 8 :

Ch2. Dc on the same st then 1 dc on each of the next sts until you reach the end of the row. Sl st on the 1st dc of the row.

Sleeves - Step 9 :

Repeat steps 7-8 until you reach your desired sleeve length.

Sleeves - Step 10 :

After the last dc on the last row, ch 1, cut the yarn leaving a tail with a length that is equal to 4x the length of your front panels. You will use this tail later when you attach the different panels together.

— Back Panel :

Info :

For the back panel, you can design it in two ways: 1) Horizontal layers of different colors – simple and perfect for beginners or for those who want minimal sewing. 2) Colorblock pattern – requires sewing using the mattress stitch or any other stitch you are comfortable with.

Design 1 - Step 1 :

Using your color of choice: Chain 76 (84, 92, 100, 108, 116). Hdc on the 3rd chain from the hook. Hdc on each of the next sts until you reach the end of the row.

Design 1 - Step 2 :

Ch 2. Flip your work then hdc on the same st. Hdc on each of the next sts until you reach the end of the row.

Design 1 - Step 3 :

Repeat Step 2 until you reach your desired length for that color. Cut the yarn and fasten off.

Design 1 - Step 4 :

To start with your new color, create a slip knot with your new yarn color, sl st on the st where you ended.

Design 1 - Step 5 :

Ch2. Flip your work then hdc on the same st. Hdc on each of the next sts until you reach the end of the row.

Design 1 - Step 6 :

Repeat Step 5 until you reach your desired length for that color. Ch1, cut the yarn and fasten off. Do as many color changes as you want by repeating steps 4-6. Make sure that the total number of rows of the back panel match the total number of rows of your front panel.

Design 2 - Colorblock Pattern Step 1 :

Using your color of choice: Chain 39 (43, 47, 51, 55, 59). Hdc on the 3rd chain from the hook. Hdc on each of the next sts until you reach the end of the row.

Design 2 - Step 2 :

Ch 2. Flip your work then hdc on the same st. Hdc on each of the next sts until you reach the end of the row.

Design 2 - Step 3 :

Repeat Step 2 until you reach your desired length for that color. Cut the yarn and fasten off.

Design 2 - Step 4 :

To start with your new color, create a slip knot with your new yarn color, sl st on the st where you ended.

Design 2 - Step 5 :

Ch2. Flip your work then hdc on the same st. Hdc on each of the next sts until you reach the end of the row.

Design 2 - Step 6 :

Repeat Step 5 until you reach your desired length for that color. Ch1, cut the yarn and fasten off. You have now created the other half of your back panel. To create the remaining half, repeat steps 1-6 using your other color choices. Once you have created the two halves of your back panel, you have to connect them using the mattress stitch.

— Doing the Mattress Stitch :

Mattress Stitch - Info :

The mattress stitch is like tying your shoelaces, you work from side to side, inserting the laces from the bottom going up. Align the rows that you want to connect. Select the yarn color that you want to use. Work facing the correct side of the panels.

Mattress Stitch - Step 1 :

Cut a yarn with a length equal to 3x the length of your back panel.

Mattress Stitch - Step 2 :

Using your tapestry needle, insert the yarn through the first stitch on the right panel from the bottom going up. Leave enough end (1-2 inches) for weaving.

Mattress Stitch - Step 3 :

Then insert the yarn through the first stitch on the left panel from the bottom going up.

Mattress Stitch - Step 4 :

To secure your first stitch, insert the yarn once more through the first stitch on the right panel from the bottom going up. Then to the first stitch on the left from the bottom going up. You can make a single knot to make sure that the ends are secured. From this point forward, you will be working on the outermost post of each row. When inserting the needle, remember to always get at least 2 loops from the outermost post to make sure that the connection will be sturdy and secure.

Mattress Stitch - Step 5 :

Insert the needle to the outermost post of the opposite panel, from the bottom going up, do the same to the other panel. Do this until you reach the post on the last row. Make sure that the rows match while you are stitching them together.

Mattress Stitch - Step 6 :

To end the mattress stitch, insert the yarn through the first stitch on the right from the bottom going up. Insert the yarn through the first stitch on the left from the bottom going up. Repeat again to secure your last stitch. Make a single knot then fasten off. Tip: If you are having difficulties doing the mattress stitch, you can also try using sc or any other stitch that you are more comfortable with.

— Attaching the Panels and Sleeves :

Attaching front and back panels together - Info :

You will start by attaching the top portion of the front panel to the top portion of the back panel through the mattress stitch. Make sure that the rows match. Work facing the correct side of the panels.

Attaching front and back panels together - Step 1 :

Start sewing from the outer edge going to the middle part of the cardigan by doing steps 1-3 under the mattress stitch instructions. Work from the outer edge toward the center.

Attaching front and back panels together - Step 2 :

For the next stitches, continue stitching from side to side, inserting from the bottom going up, until you reach the last stitch in your front panel.

Attaching front and back panels together - Step 3 :

Make a single knot then fasten off. Do the same for the other side. You have now created the shoulder part of your cardigan.

Attaching the sleeve to the body - Info :

For this part, you will use mattress stitch to attach the sleeves to the front and back panel then down to attach the sides of the cardigan. Work facing the correct side.

Attaching the sleeve to the body - Step 1 :

Fold your sleeves in such a way that the seam will be positioned at the bottom (underarm area).

Attaching the sleeve to the body - Step 2 :

Using your stitch markers, mark the topmost portion of the sleeves, then mark the rows in your front and back panel where you want to attach the sleeves. Make sure the position in front is similar to back. e.g. put the stitch marker on the 20th row of the front panel and also on the 20th row of the back panel.

Attaching the sleeve to the body - Step 3 :

Attach the sleeves to the front panel first by doing the mattress stitch. You will work from the underarm area all the way up to the shoulders. Since you left a long tail for the sleeves, start the mattress stitch by inserting the needle to the outermost post of your marked row in the front panel. Continue doing the mattress stitch all the way up. Take note of the topmost stitch of the sleeve where you placed the stitch marker. This stitch should be connected to the topmost portion of the cardigan.