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Light, lacy and effortlessly stylish, the Bryce Cardigan is the perfect crochet layer for adding a little extra texture and warmth to your wardrobe. With its open, airy design, this beautiful cardigan is a joy to crochet, and it’s perfect for throwing on over your favourite outfit.
The Bryce Cardigan is finished with ribbed detail around the cuffs and hem, adding a little structure and a beautifully polished finish to the delicate lacework. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to crochet the Bryce Cardigan step by step, from creating the lacy stitch pattern to adding those all-important finishing details.
Whether you’re looking for a relaxing project to enjoy or a handmade layer you’ll reach for again and again, the Bryce Cardigan is a lovely addition to your crochet wardrobe.
Materials & Tools
- Yarn: Premier Colorfusion DK (#3), 100% Acrylic, 298m (325yds)/ 100g (3.5oz) in shade Blue Jeans
- Hook: 5mm (US H-8) and 4.5mm (US 7) or size needed to obtain gauge
- Darning Needle
- Scissors
- Tape Measure
- Stitch Markers
- Blocking Mats
- Blocking Pins
- Binding Clips
Alternative Yarns
- Mary Maxim Prism, 100% acrylic, #3 DK weight. 290yds, 100g. Comes in 18 shades. Ships worldwide from USA.
- James C Brett Stonewash, 100% acrylic, #3 DK weight. 317yds, 100g. Comes in 9 shades. Ships worldwide from UK.
- James C Brett Swurlywurly, 100% acrylic, #3 DK weight. 601.48yds, 200g. Comes in 10 shades. Ships worldwide from UK.
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Terms & Abbreviations
- Stitch(s): st(s)
- Space(s): sp(s)
- Slip Stitch(s): ss(s): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through stitch and loop on hook.
- Chain(s): ch(s): Yarn over, pull through loop on the hook.
- Back Loop Only: BLO: Working into the back loop only of the stitch.
- Double Crochet(s): dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
- Standing Double Crochet(s): st-dc(s): With slip knot on hook, insert hook into first st, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
- Treble Crochet(s): tr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
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Here you can quickly switch between UK and US crochet terms. This will make following the pattern easier as all terms will be converted to your preferred version.
Pattern Notes
- This pattern is written in UK terms but can be switched to US crochet terms above.
- Skill Level: Beginner
- This pattern is made up by creating a solid back panel and two narrow front panels. The sleeve and cuff will be crocheted onto the main body to minimise seaming. You will finish by adding ribbing to the bottom and neckline using the join as you go method.
- The number references for each size will be listed as follows: XS (S, M, L, XL) (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
Gauge
14 sts X 6.5 rows per 10cm X 10cm (4in X 4in) measured over main stitch pattern.
Gauge Swatch
Chain 28, follow instructions for back panel for 11 rows.
When counting your stitches, you will be counting the treble crochet stitches and the initial chain 3 only. The chain 2 stitches between sets of treble crochet are not included in the stitch count.
Completed Size
The Bryce Cardigan is a classic fit with up to 5-10cm (2-4inch) positive ease.
Measurements are approximate and after light blocking. The number references for each size will be listed as follows: XS (S, M, L, XL) (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X).
Each cell shows (inches/cm)
| A Length(inc. 5cm/2in Rib) | B Width | C Circ. | D Neck | E Arm Depth | |
| XS | 28/71 | 16/40.75 | 32/81.5 | 4/10 | 7/17.75 |
| S | 28/71 | 18/45.75 | 36/91.5 | 5.25/13.5 | 7/17.75 |
| M | 30/76 | 20/50.75 | 40/101.5 | 5.25/13.5 | 7.5/19 |
| L | 30/76 | 22/55.75 | 44/111.5 | 5.25/13.5 | 7.5/19 |
| XL | 32/81.5 | 24/61 | 48/122 | 5.25/13.5 | 8/20.25 |
| 2X | 32/81.5 | 26/66 | 52/132 | 6.25/16 | 8/20.25 |
| 3X | 33/84 | 28/71 | 56/142 | 6.25/16 | 8.5/21.5 |
| 4X | 33/84 | 30/76.25 | 60/152.5 | 6.25/16 | 8.5/21.5 |
| 5X | 33/84 | 32/81.25 | 64/162.5 | 8/20.5 | 9/22.75 |
Yarn Quantities
All measurements are approximate. Calculations are based on the large cardigan sample (as model wears) and include a buffer.
| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
| To fit chest size | 76cm/ 30in | 86cm/ 34in | 96cm/ 38in | 106cm/ 42in | 117cm/ 46in |
| Approx Yardage | 1340 | 1365 | 1580 | 1700 | 1930 |
| Balls (100g) | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 6 |
| 2X | 3X | 4X | 5X | |
| To fit chest size | 127cm/ 50in | 137cm/ 54in | 147cm/ 58in | 157cm/ 62in |
| Approx Yardage | 1965 | 2190 | 2320 | 2430 |
| Balls (100g) | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 |
Adaptations
Length
You can choose to increase or decrease the rows of your main panels to suit your liking. Please be sure to make note of your adjustments and apply to the back and front panels so they are all equal.
Sleeve Length
The pattern is written with 29 rows for the sleeves (before ribbing, this measures 45.3cm/17.85inch), however this can be adapted to your preference.
Due to the cardigan being a drop shoulder, you may need to decrease the number of rows you work before the ribbing is added when making the larger sizes. This is because the fabric will naturally fit lower down the arm. Please do a fit check before adding the cuff.
Ribbing
The width of your ribbing can be adjusted to your preference by changing the amount you chain after your set up row(s).
The Bryce Cardigan: Free Pattern
You are viewing this pattern in UK terms.
You will begin with the back panel to check for the length.
Back Panel
Seaming
Lay front and back panel together. Using long tail ends, sew shoulder seams together using whip stitch.
Sew in ends.
Sleeves
Using a 5mm hook
XS & S only
Set up row: With right side facing. Count 12 rows from centre seam. Work a (st-dc ,dc) in first row end, then 3 dc in each row end to seam. Skip seam. Continue to work 3 dc in each row end for 11 rows. 2 dc in the 12th row. Turn. <70 sts>
M & L only
Set up row: With right side facing. Count 13 rows from centre seam. St-dc in first row end, then 3 dc in each row end to seam. Dc in seam. Continue to work 3 dc in each row end for 12 rows. Dc in the 13th row. Turn. <75 sts>
XL & 2X only
Set up row: With right side facing. Count 14 rows from centre seam. St-dc in first row end, then 3 dc in each row end to seam. Skip seam. Continue to work 3 dc in each row end for 13 rows. Dc in the 14th row. Turn. <80 sts>
3X & 4X only
Set up row: With right side facing. Count 14 rows from centre seam. Work (st-dc, 2 dc) in first row end, then 3 dc in each row end to seam. Dc in seam. Continue to work 3 dc in each row end for 14 rows. Turn. <85 sts>
5X only
Set up row: With right side facing. Count 15 rows from centre seam. (St-dc, dc) in first row end, then 3 dc in each row end to seam. Dc in seam. Continue to work 3 dc in each row end for 15 rows. Turn. <90 sts>
All Sizes
Row 1: Ch 3 (counts as tr), skip 3 sts, *2 tr in next st, ch 2, 2 tr in next st, skip 3 sts; repeat from * until you have 1 st remaining. Tr in last st. Turn. <54 (54, 58, 58, 62) (62, 66, 66, 70)>
If you wish to adapt your sleeve length, you can do so by adding or removing rows from the following instructions.
Please be mindful that you will be adding a cuff after working the main sleeve.
Rows 2-29: Ch 3 (counts as tr), (2 tr, ch 2, 2 tr) in each ch-sp across, tr into top of ch-3. Turn.
Cuff Ribbing
Cuff ribbing can be adapted by adding or removing stitches from your initial chain prior to row 1 after the set up rows.
Set up row 1: Ch 1, dc in first st, *skip 2 sts, dc in ch-2 sp, skip 2 sts, dc in sp between last skipped st and next st; repeat from * across working the final dc in top of ch-3. Turn. <27 (27, 29, 29, 31) (31, 33, 33, 35, 35) sts>
If you wish to decrease the wrist opening even further, you can adapt the following row by adding decrease sts as desired, just ensure your final row count is an odd number.
Set up row 2: Ch 1, dc in each st across. Turn.
Change to 4.5mm hook.
Chain 11
Row 1: Dc in second ch from hook (missed ch does not count as st) and each st across. Ss in next 2 sts from set up row 2 of the sleeve. Turn. <10 dc, 2 ss>
Row 2: Skip 2 ss, BLO-dc in each st across. Turn. <10 BLO-dc>
Row 3: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), BLO-dc in first st and next 9 sts. Ss in next 2 sts from set up row 2 of the sleeve. Turn. <10 BLO-dc, 2 ss>
Repeat row 2 & 3 across ending on a row 2. Fasten off.
Rotate work and repeat sleeve instructions for second sleeve.
Time to Block
Now is the time to steam block your work. Use blocking pins and mats to shape your work ensuring that each side is the same size. Use measurements given above as a guide.
Seaming
Fold the work in half bringing the seams of the arms together and wrong side facing outwards.
With a strand of yarn and a darning needle, start at the bottom of the main body and whip stitch through both thicknesses. Once the body is seamed, continue along the underside of the arm and cuff. Fasten off and sew in ends. Repeat on the other side. Turn right side out.
Bottom Ribbing
With 5mm hook and starting in first st of front opening. You will be working in the underside of the ch.
Set up row: Work a st-dc into the first sp, dc in same sp. *Dc in base of next 2 sts, 2 dc in next ch-sp; rep from * across to next seam** Skip seam, 2 dc in next ch-sp, repeat from * to ** once more. Turn.
Change to 4.5mm hook.
Chain 11
Rows 1-3: See cuff ribbing rows 1-3 working into the set up row just made.
Repeat row 2 & 3 across. Fasten off.
Sew in ends.
Front Opening Ribbing
With 5mm hook, join with a ss to the bottom right corner stitch of the bottom edging (bottom left if you’re left-handed).
Set Up Row
Ch 1, dc in each st of the bottom ribbing, dc in row end of set up row, work 2 dc in each row end up main body of the cardigan until you reach the shoulder seam. Rotate work to work into the neck-line. *Dc in next 2 sts, dc in ch- 1 sp, dc in next 2 sts; rep from * across neckline to shoulder seam. Rotate work and work 2 dc in each st of the main body, dc in set up row end, dc in each of the sts in bottom ribbing. Turn.
Change to 4.5mm hook
Chain 11
Row 1: Dc in back bump of second ch from hook (missed ch does not count as st) and each st across. Ss in next 2 sts from the set up row. Turn. <10 dc, 2 ss>
Row 2: Skip 2 ss, BLO-dc in each st across. Turn.<10 BLO-dc>
Row 3: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), BLO-dc in first st and next 4 sts. Ss in next 2 sts from the set up row. Turn. <10 BLO-dc, 2 ss>
Repeat row 2 & 3 across.
Fasten off and sew in ends.
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