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SIZES: 

XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL), which correspond to natural bust sizes of 28” (32”, 36”, 40”, 44”, 48”, 52”, 56”, 60”) or finished bust sizes of 30” (34”, 38”, 42”, 46”, 50”, 54”, 58”, 62”)

Designed to be worn with 2" of positive ease.

MATERIALS: 

Expression Fiber Arts Buttery Worsted yarn

Shown in colors: Cozied (MC) and Coffee Stain (CC) Buttery Worsted

Approximate yardage/meterage used: 1200 (1300, 1400, 1500, 1600, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2000) yds / 1097 (1189, 1280, 1372, 1463, 1554, 1646, 1737, 1829) m

If those colors aren't available, any from this category will work.

HOOK:

SKILL LEVEL: 

Adventurous Beginner to Intermediate – For crocheters who are ready to learn some new skills or stitch combinations. Skills/concepts include garment construction, basic crochet stitches, the bead stitch, seaming, and working with more than one color of yarn. 

Notes from the Designer:

My first Boxed Baubles Cardigan was so well loved that I wore literal holes in it! It is still my most favourite cardigan to date, and I missed wearing it. So imagine my elation when Expression Fiber Arts offered to collab on the remake! Not only did my sweater get a makeover, but the pattern itself has had a fresh re-write to bring it up to my current standards. I hope you love this project as much as I do! 

I originally designed this cardigan because I’m the type who cannot stand being cold. I practically live in sweaters all winter long. I wanted something warm and snuggly, but still stylish enough to wear out and about. The slightly oversized fit makes it perfect for cozy layering, while the bead stitch detail adds just the right amount of texture and interest. I first played with this stitch when I designed the Bauble Bandana Cowl, and for this cardigan I gave it a twist: each bead is framed with an extended single crochet, creating the look of little “boxes” lined up across the fabric. 

Whether you’re snuggled up on the couch or heading out for the day, I hope this cardigan becomes your go-to just like it has for me. 

• This pattern will be available on our website only for a limited time.
• The pattern includes written instructions only, as well as photo tutorials.
• The main body of this cardigan is worked from the bottom up. You will start with the lower body, then split off for the armholes, continuing up until you have reached the shoulders. Then you will sew the shoulders closed, add the sleeves, and the trim. Note: Because of the nature of these stitches, you will notice that your work may slant. This is a result of working a dc row in one direction, then a hdc row in the other direction. Do not worry about this. When the body portion is finished you will be blocking your work, which will partially correct this. In the last step, you will be adding a trim, which will take care of the rest of the slanting. 
• Ch1 at the beginning of a row is never considered a stitch. 
• Ch2 at the beginning of a row is considered an esc.
• Ch3 at the beginning of a row is considered a dc.
• To make an esc: Insert hook in specified st, draw up a loop, yo, pull through 1 loop, yo, pull through both loops.
• For those who have never done the Bead Stitch, I have included a tutorial below. A Bd is counted as 2 sts.
• I wrote this pattern with 2” of positive ease. If you would like a more fitted cardigan, choose your size according to the finished measurements. The model above (that’s me) has a 42” bust, and is wearing a size XL. For my XL sample, I used about 1600 yards total. 800 yards in Coffee Stain and 800 yards in Cozied. 
• Please contact Sarah Wright of I Need It Crochet directly with any questions that you may have about the pattern: ineeditcrochet@outlook.com.

Designed by Sarah Wright of I Need It Crochet

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We hope you enjoy your crocheting!

Chandi and Sarah

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