Long Lace Cardigan Crochet Pattern PDF – Open Front Cardigan with Side Slits
Long Lace Cardigan Crochet Pattern PDF – Open Front Cardigan with Side Slits
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Long Lace Cardigan Crochet Pattern PDF – Open Front Cardigan with Side Slits
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LONG LACE CARDIGAN CROCHET PATTERN PDF
Create a lightweight crochet cardigan with beautiful lace texture, relaxed movement, and dramatic side slits.
This long crochet cardigan is designed with an open front and flowing silhouette that layers easily over dresses, tops, jeans, wide-leg pants, and everyday outfits.
The high side slits give the cardigan extra movement while keeping the overall shape light and flattering rather than bulky.
The main body features a mixed lace crochet stitch for an airy, textured look, while the sleeves use simpler double crochet sections to balance decorative detail with an approachable construction.
⚠️ DIGITAL CROCHET PATTERN PDF ONLY
This listing is for crochet instructions to make the cardigan yourself.
NO FINISHED CARDIGAN, YARN, CROCHET HOOKS, OR PHYSICAL PRODUCT WILL BE SHIPPED.
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WHAT YOU’LL MAKE
Create a long open-front crochet cardigan featuring:
• Lightweight, flowy silhouette
• Open-front styling
• High side slits
• Mixed lace stitch texture through the main panels
• Wide short-to-mid length sleeves
• Contrasting crochet edging
• Relaxed movement
• Elegant everyday layering style
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SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate
This pattern is suitable for crocheters ready to work on an intermediate wearable project involving:
• Lace texture
• Panel construction
• Shoulder joining
• Sleeve attachment
• Side seaming
• Open side slits
• Crochet edging
• Garment finishing
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CONSTRUCTION
The cardigan is worked from the bottom up.
The back and front panels are crocheted separately and then joined at the shoulders.
The sleeves are crocheted directly onto the joined panels.
The sides are then seamed while leaving the signature high side slits open.
Crochet edging is worked around the cardigan to create a clean, finished appearance.
Construction Order:
1. Back Panel
2. Front Panels
3. Join at Shoulders
4. Crochet Sleeves onto Joined Panels
5. Seam Sides
6. Leave High Side Slits Open
7. Add Crochet Edging
8. Final Finishing
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DESIGN FEATURES
• Long cardigan silhouette
• Open front
• Airy lace-textured body
• Mixed lace stitch pattern
• High side slits
• Wide sleeves
• Short-to-mid length sleeve styling
• Double crochet sleeve sections
• Contrasting edging detail
• Relaxed layering fit
• Lightweight movement
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YARN
Recommended Yarn Weight:
DK / #3
The source provides six yarn-requirement amounts.
COLOR A:
1345
(1445, 1565, 1665, 1785, 1885) yards
COLOR B:
20
(25, 30, 35, 40, 45) yards
IMPORTANT:
The supplied product information does not show the size labels corresponding to these six yardage amounts.
For that reason, size names should be taken directly from the actual pattern PDF rather than inferred.
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CROCHET HOOKS
Recommended Hooks:
• 4.0 mm
• 4.5 mm
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PATTERN FORMAT
• Downloadable PDF Crochet Pattern
• English
• 1 Crochet Pattern
• Step-by-Step Video Tutorial Included
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STEP-BY-STEP VIDEO TUTORIAL
This crochet pattern includes a step-by-step video tutorial for additional visual guidance throughout the project.
The video is especially helpful when working through:
• Lace texture
• Panel construction
• Shoulder joining
• Sleeve attachment
• Side seams
• High side slits
• Crochet edging
• Finishing details
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LIGHTWEIGHT LACE TEXTURE
The cardigan combines two different visual approaches.
The main panels use a mixed lace crochet stitch to create:
• Airy texture
• Lightweight drape
• Decorative surface detail
• Flowing movement
The sleeves use simpler double crochet sections to balance the detailed lace body with a cleaner construction.
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HIGH SIDE SLITS
The dramatic side slits are one of the defining features of this cardigan.
They help create:
• Extra movement
• A lighter silhouette
• Comfortable layering
• Visual length
• A modern flowing shape
The side seams are intentionally worked while leaving these signature openings unseamed.
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PERFECT FOR
• Intermediate crochet wearable projects
• Handmade wardrobe lovers
• Lightweight layering
• Spring outfits
• Summer layering
• Transitional-season outfits
• Slow fashion projects
• Handmade clothing
• Custom-color cardigans
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MAKE IT YOUR OWN
Create the cardigan in your favorite color combination.
Try:
• A soft neutral for an elegant everyday cardigan
• Earthy olive for a natural handmade look
• Muted rose for a softer feminine finish
• Tonal colors for subtle contrast
• High-contrast edging for a more defined look
The long silhouette and open-front construction make this cardigan easy to style with dresses, wide-leg pants, jeans, tops, and simple wardrobe basics.
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DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
This listing is for a DIGITAL CROCHET PATTERN PDF with a step-by-step video tutorial.
No finished cardigan or physical item will be shipped.
You will need your own yarn, hooks, and crochet supplies to complete the project.
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PLEASE NOTE
The supplied product information does not specify:
• Named size range
• Finished garment measurements
• Exact gauge
• Yarn fiber
• Pattern page count
• Exact crochet terminology system
• Explicit instant-download status
• Original designer
• Finished-item sales permission
Please refer to the actual pattern PDF for any technical or licensing information not shown in the supplied listing.
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IMPORTANT
DIGITAL CROCHET PATTERN ONLY – NO FINISHED CARDIGAN OR PHYSICAL PRODUCT WILL BE SHIPPED.
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