The Slightly Slanted Cardigan will add cozy comfort and dramatic style to your wardrobe. It features a relaxed kimono shape with wide sleeves and a fabulous ombre colorway. However, the true spotlight falls on its texture, alternating beautiful slanted shell and square stitches. Follow this amazing pattern designed by I Need It Crochet and enjoy making this gorgeous layering piece.
Is The Slightly Slanted Cardigan Easy To Crochet?
This long summer crochet cardigan pattern is recommended for intermediates. You should be familiar with different crochet stitches and know how to read written instructions. To produce its distinctive texture, you will use a mix of techniques, including slanted shell stitches and square stitches.
The garment is built from two big panels sewn together. Then you work the sleeves directly onto the body and the last step is finishing it with a simple single crochet and slip stitch border.
Why Does The Pattern Use Two Hook Sizes?
The pattern calls for two hook sizes because it uses two different stitch sections that naturally have different tension and width. You work the rows with square stitches with a 4 mm crochet hook. It helps achieve the right density and stability, creating a clean openwork fabric.
For the shell section, you will need a 4.5 mm crochet hook. The stitch pattern is much denser here and can naturally pull the fabric inward or make it narrower. The bigger hook will loosen those stitches and help that section stay approximately the same width as the rest of the piece.
Why Is Cotton Yarn A Good Choice For This Pattern?
Cotton fibers are a go-to option for making summer garments as they provide good breathability. For this pattern, use 100% cotton fingering yarn to ensure your cardigan is lightweight and drapey.
You may wonder how to achieve the same stunning gradient color scheme visible in the photos. There is a simple way to do that. Choose a self-striping cake such as Cotton Kings Sultan Deluxe. The designer picked the Burma Star Ruby (02) colorway, achieving a beautiful purple-pink ombre effect.
