Blanket Cardigan Crochet Pattern

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February 9, 2018 Ashlea 45 Comments

Looking for the perfect, classy Blanket Cardigan crochet pattern? Look no more because this is it, my friend!

I’m a sucker for cardigans – but I don’t think that’s much of a secret. 😉 Between the Painted Canyon Cardigan, the Cozy Coed Cardigan, and now this Blanket Cardigan we’ve got cardigans for dayyys…

I absolutely love the way this new blanket cardigan pattern works up. I love the drape, the feel of the fabric, and especially the fringe. And I’m totally not a fringe person. Here’s a great way to make fringe fast!

I’ll be honest: my first run of this pattern was, ummm… less than flattering (see below). And by less than flattering I mean I probably won’t wear it out of the house. 😛 That being said, after perfecting the design I am absolutely IN LOVE! ♥

Blanket Cardigan Crochet Pattern

What’s different about this blanket cardigan opposed to others? There are actual shoulders built into this design, that’s what! My first attempt at a blanket cardigan was a legit rectangle with arm slits cut out:

Wow, that’s a busy yarn, isn’t it? Yikes, no wonder I redid it. LOL! The rectangle with arm slits worked great all the way up until I tried it on at the end. The way it kept slipping off my shoulders was a huge turnoff for me. Which is why I changed the pattern and added REAL shoulders! This look is MUCH more comfortable, and still easy to make, too!

Don’t be intimidated, this pattern is geared toward beginners and is much easier than it looks!

Grab the pattern on Ravelry here.

Pin it for later here.

As much as I would love to offer ALL of my patterns for free (and the majority of my patterns are), I use the funds generated from my few paid patterns as a means to support myself and my family. I pride myself in writing easy-to-read and easy-to-follow crochet patterns, and I thank you for your support!

Materials:

Lightweight/Size 3/DK yarn (like this or this)
-approx. 1300 yards for size SMALL
-approx. 1600 yards for size MEDIUM
-approx. 1900 yards for size LARGE
-approx. 2200 yards for size XL
-approx. 2500 yards for size 2XL
-approx. 2800 yards for size 3XL
-approx. 3000 yards for 4XL
-approx. 3200 yards for 5XL

Crochet hook in size I/5.5mm
(2) ¾” or 1” Buttons
Stitch markers

Gauge:

12 sts and 11 rows = 4” square

If you can do the Half Double Crochet, you can make this blanket cardigan. Everything you need to know is included in the pattern, and as always, should you have any questions be sure to shoot me an email, message me on my Facebook page, or call out for help in the Heart Hook Home Crochet Community on Facebook!

Here are some more photos, modeled by my fabulous dress form Catherine (named after Henry VIII’s second beheaded wife, Catherine Howard). I hope you love this blanket cardigan as much as I do!! It’d be super cute with leggings and a belt too!

Grab the pattern on Ravelry here.

When you’re finished, I would LOVE to see a photo, so be sure to share!

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Cozy Coed Cardigan Crochet Pattern (Sizes: Adult Small to 4XL Tall)
Painted Canyon Hooded Cardigan Crochet Pattern
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Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy Pullover Crochet Pattern
An Egg-cellent Apron: Free Crochet Pattern

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Pete Swales says
February 22, 2019 at 6:52 am

Hello, Are you able to make items with the exact design of the blanket cardigan and send to Edinburgh in U.K. price & time no object The crochet blanket cardigan is something I have looked for for many decades. It is the same pattern design as my God mother made in 1973. No other person has done this design until I found you . The yarn in picture is perfect grey. Are you able to assist? Thanks and best wishes Pete [email protected]

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Connie Malone says
February 19, 2019 at 1:10 am

I need this pattern

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- Heart Hook Home says
  February 20, 2019 at 8:50 am
  
  Were you able to find the pattern? If not, here is the link: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/blanket-cardigan-3
  
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Kassy says
January 6, 2019 at 7:27 pm

I am to the point of making the right, center and left panel for the sleeves. I am using the Mandala yarn that self stripes. I’m concerned that if I continue for 60 rows on the right side then the center then the left that my striping will be off. Is there a remedy for this?

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- Em says
  February 11, 2019 at 6:25 am
  
  One (albeit slightly annoying) sure fire way to ensure even stripingnon the sleeves is to cut the yarn at strategic points even if the color isn’t done yet and pull until you’re at the next color. You have more ends to weave in, but you also have absolute control over the evenness of the stripes.
  
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Susan B says
December 27, 2018 at 8:38 pm

Can you tell me the color of the Mandala that is used in the photo? Trying to find same color but don't think I have found it. Thank you.

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- Heart Hook Home says
  December 28, 2018 at 8:52 am
  
  Hi Susan! I am pretty sure I used Centaur for that one.
  
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Kathleen says
December 4, 2018 at 8:29 am

Hey My gauge is way off. I'm using the mandala wool. Size 5.5 hook. But my guage square is 3 inch by 4. I made the XL sweater and it is more like an xs. Any suggestions appreciated. Right now I'm making a 3 XL which should come out as a L lol..

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Karen says
November 29, 2018 at 10:01 am

Since neither I nor my recipient are big on fringe, I opted to go with a reverse shell all around instead. We both like the way it came out.

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crystal says
November 19, 2018 at 9:36 pm

Im still trying to buy this from you its beautiful and i cant wait to get hopefully it will be soon. I love your stuff and I'm glad i found it. thanks

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zia frank says
November 13, 2018 at 10:04 am

Hey, Im over making a size large and 51 rows just doesn't seem like its possibly as long as the one you are wearing in the photo, the pattern says you can add or subtract as you wish, but did you do more than 51 rows for the ones you're wearing? please advise, going off pattern makes me nervous thanks

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- Heart Hook Home says
  November 18, 2018 at 12:20 pm
  
  Hi! I did the 51 rows...did you do a gauge swatch? If your stitch height is shorter than mine, that could be the problem. After row 51 your piece should measure approximately 19 inches tall, so if you're not quite at that measurement, then go ahead and add rows until you are. Hope this helps!
  
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Sarah says
October 8, 2018 at 5:57 pm

Can you tell me the size made for the person wearing it in the pattern, I can't decide what size to make!

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- Heart Hook Home says
  October 15, 2018 at 4:33 pm
  
  Hi Sarah! That one is a size Large. Hope this helps!
  
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  - crys says
    October 22, 2018 at 7:14 am
    
    makes me wish i could buy the pattern but tight on money. Beautiful cardigan been looking for one like this
    
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Rita says
October 4, 2018 at 8:17 am

Love this sweater! Can’t wait to try

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Jodi Smith says
September 24, 2018 at 8:34 am

Hi, Ashlea. This is a beautiful sweater. I would like to purchase the pattern, but was first wondering about altering it. Specifically, could I make it shorter? I would like for it to hit about mid-hip or just below mid-hip. I'm pretty sort, so longer sweaters really weigh me down. Thanks! Jodi

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- Heart Hook Home says
  September 30, 2018 at 5:16 pm
  
  Hi Jodi! Yes, you can make this shorter by doing fewer rows before starting the armholes. Hope this helps!
  
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Michelle Wesley says
August 20, 2018 at 9:26 am

Hello! What reference did you use for sizing? I want to make one for a gift so i wont be able to fit it on the person, i only have bra and pant size to work with, thank you, this pattern is perfect

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Jessalyn says
August 11, 2018 at 3:18 pm

Dear Ashley, plan to do the blanket cardigan with Mandala yarn. May you have the vertical version also? Thanks!

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- Heart Hook Home says
  August 12, 2018 at 8:36 pm
  
  Hi Jessalyn! The vertical version can be found here: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/vertical-row-blanket-cardigan
  
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  - Jessalyn says
    August 17, 2018 at 1:12 pm
    
    Great! Thank you Ashley!
    
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Marisol says
April 22, 2018 at 7:04 am

Alguien me lo puede traducir por favor?

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Jenn says
April 21, 2018 at 10:16 am

Makes me wish I could Crochet! I

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Debbie says
April 13, 2018 at 8:58 pm

I really love the look of this sweater and would love to try it, but I crochet very tightly. Would this affect the drape of the sweater ? Also, I found a gorgeous variegated yarn but it says it's a size 4, even though it looks more like a 3 or dk. Could this be made in a 4 or would it be too thick and not drape right ? Please let me know, as I'd really like to order the pattern. Have a good day.

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- Heart Hook Home says
  April 16, 2018 at 11:22 am
  
  Hi Debbie! You can use the 4 if it feels like a 3...since you crochet tightly, I would suggest going up a hook size and make sure to check your gauge. Hope that helps!
  
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Theresa says
April 3, 2018 at 10:01 am

OMG I love this sweater!!! I bought the pattern and had mine made in a week. Made my daughter one in the small size and had it done over the Long weekend. Well written pattern and quick to make up. Thank you for sharing your pattern with us all.

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Laura says
March 19, 2018 at 3:30 pm

The wrap me up blanket cardigan pattern is the first sweater I have ever made and the first item I have ever made for myself. The pattern was super easy to follow. I completed my piece in 2 weeks just working on it a couple hours a day. I would love to share a picture of the finished product but I'm not seeing where I can submit a photo.

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Wanda Shirey says
March 11, 2018 at 12:59 pm

Dear Ashlea...You have shared so much with us...I wanted to say Thank you in a special way......I've made a cardigan to share with you and the group...I have notes on everything I've done and want to write up a copy for members....It's a very easy pattern.....Please let me know where i can send you the text file ... So you can check it out.... Much love.....Wanda

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Donna says
March 6, 2018 at 10:17 pm

I'm having trouble getting gauge :( I've tried 5.5, 6 & 6.5mm hooks and EVERY TIME I get 14 sts! I don't want to keep going up because the fabric will just be far too loose. Any suggestions? TIA

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- Ashlea says
  March 7, 2018 at 4:33 pm
  
  I'm assuming you're making the horizontal pattern? If the sts just won't budge, you could make a smaller size. Try making the foundation hdc until you reach the length listed in the pattern, then we can adjust to make sure it will fit.
  
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Sandy says
February 17, 2018 at 6:41 am

How did you manage the color matching on the mandal version without having a bunch of ends to work in?

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- Beth says
  March 20, 2018 at 12:50 pm
  
  I’m curious about this too. How did you match up the colors? I’m assuming there must have been a lot to weave in.
  
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  - Svannah says
    September 26, 2018 at 11:40 am
    
    Same!! I'm working mine now and it just seems like a lot of cutting and joining yarn to make it match up. Any tips?
    
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Laura says
February 16, 2018 at 8:19 am

So pretty

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Laura says
February 16, 2018 at 8:16 am

I am going to try this I want to make one for each of my sister's and I have three of them, guess I will be busy for a while.its been a while since I done chocheting could you please tell me how to do a half double and how many chains I'm a beginner but can read pattern s pretty good thank you so much for your help.

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- Jennifer says
  February 16, 2018 at 2:24 pm
  
  A half double is super easy. Pretend you're doing a single crochet but start with a yarn over like you would with a double crochet.
  
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Judy says
February 10, 2018 at 6:09 pm

I love it!!!!! What a great idea....... I have a few things to finish up and I will be making that.... Thank you for all your wonderful patterns.....

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Lisa says
February 10, 2018 at 4:39 pm

Thank you for some more awesome designs. Even though I’m English and tend to use English terminology, I find your patterns and instructions so easy to follow. Many thanks once again xx

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PJ Max says
February 10, 2018 at 3:59 pm

Is there no limit to your creative ability? You make me smile. Bless you and your family. Pjmax

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Penny Rials says
February 10, 2018 at 3:49 am

I just adore your patterns..if you ever need extra testers..jumping up n down with my hands in the air..

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- Ashlea says
  February 10, 2018 at 12:57 pm
  
  Thank you Penny! You are too sweet.
  
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  - Penny says
    February 10, 2018 at 2:19 pm
    
    So very welcome. Lol I have your site saved to my favorites..
    
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Nereida says
February 9, 2018 at 7:28 pm

I love yoir work and I would love to purchase the pattern. My problem is I can’t read a pattern but I can follow a diagram. Is that something you provide along with the written pattern? Thank you in advance.

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Blanket Cardigan Crochet Pattern

Blanket Cardigan Crochet Pattern

Grab the pattern on Ravelry here.

Pin it for later here.

Grab the pattern on Ravelry here.

More awesome crochet patterns:

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