Crochet Unconstructed Cardigans

Offering a stylish alternative to the typical crocheted sweater, these five easy projects provide instructions for creating fashionable cardigans, jackets, and vests that require only basic crochet and stitching skills. Incorporating yarn weights from light to bulky and adjustable for sizes ranging from small to 4XL, the projects provide variety and allow for versatility. The patterns use minimal shaping and construction, offering an approachable introduction to wearable crocheting without sacrificing the professional look of the finished product.

Melissa Leapman is a freelance designer who has created designs for numerous American yarn companies and has published patterns in many needlecraft publications. She is the author of Cardigans & Closures, Easy-to-Stitch Fashions, Knitted Ripple Afghans, and Mastering Color Knitting. She lives in New York City.