June Cardigan
A new summer cardigan crochet pattern – the June Cardigan – is now a free crochet pattern here on the blog. Read all about the lacy design and inspiration, scroll down to view the full free pattern or purchase an ad free PDF from my shop, Etsy shop or Ravelry shop.
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Are you ready for those sunshine-y days? Create the perfect warm-weather layer with the June Crochet Summer Cardigan, a lightweight and airy design that’s ideal for beach days, casual outings, or cool summer evenings. This beginner-friendly crochet pattern features a beautiful open mesh stitch that gives the cardigan an elegant drape while keeping it breathable and comfortable to wear.
Using soft sport-weight yarn and a delicate lace texture, this crochet summer cardigan works up into a stylish layering piece that pairs perfectly with dresses, swimsuits, jeans, or shorts. Whether you’re looking for a chic handmade cover-up or an everyday lightweight cardigan, this free crochet pattern is a timeless addition to any handmade wardrobe.
Get your hook ready, this simple pattern is soon to become a summer favorite. Take a look at the pattern now!
A Simple Construction
The cardigan is worked in 2 long panels sewed together. Each panel is worked lengthwise in rows back and forth. The panels are then folded in half and sewed at the back and on the sides.
The lace stitch pattern is a simple combination of basic stitches (chains, single crochet, double crochet and treble crochet) and following special stitches:
- The June Summer Crochet Cardigan pattern uses the open mesh stitch. You can find a detailed step by step stitch tutorial here.
- Puff stitch (6 hdc puff worked all in one st) = yo, insert hook in indicated st, yo, pull up a loop, [yo, insert hook in same st, yo, pull up a loop] 5 times, yo, pull through all 13 loops on the hook. Ch 1 to close the puff stitch (doesn’t count as a stitch).
Summer Cardigan Crochet Stitch Chart
For the visual learners, the crochet summer cardigan pattern includes a chart for the stitch repeat used throughout the cardigan.
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Downloadable PDF June Summer Cardigan Crochet Pattern
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Before You Start the June Crochet Beach Cover Up Pattern Free
Materials
- 3.5 mm / US E – 4 hook.
- Hobbii Twister (55% Cotton, 45% Acrylic, 100 g / 3.5 oz, 400 m / 437 yd) in Marsala (111). You will need 4 (6) skeins
- Tapestry needle to weave in the ends.
Sizes
The crochet cardigan pattern is available in 2 hybrid sizes:
- Small: designed to fit up to XL size
- Big: designed to fit 2XL to 5XL.
Sizes are written as small (big) throughout the pattern. Pictures illustrate the small size.
The cardigan is designed with a loose fit.
Below are the final cardigan dimensions for the different sizes.
- Small: bust 120 cm / 47.25”
- Big: bust 174 cm / 68.5”
The length for all sizes is 74 cm / 32.5”. To adjust the length, add/remove a multiple of 20 to the starting chain (don’t forget to adjust your yarn quantity accordingly).
Gauge
The gauge for this pattern, in dc, is 21 st by 12 rows for a 10 cm by 10 cm / 4” by 4” square.
Abbreviations
This pattern uses US notations.
- st = stitch
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- dc = double crochet
- tr = treble crochet
Notes
Work instructions between [] the indicated number of times or until the end of the row / round.
The final number of stitches is indicated at the end of the row / round between < >.
The turning ch 1, ch 2 and ch 3 don’t count as stitches throughout the pattern except if mentioned otherwise.
The pattern is written in crochet shorthand. For example:
- “sc 1” means to single crochet in the next stitch,
- “sc 2” means to single crochet in each of the next 2 stitches,
- and “2 sc” means to single crochet twice in the next st.
Construction
The cardigan is worked in 2 long panels sewed together. Each panel is worked lengthwise in rows back and forth.
Special Stitches and Repeated Patterns
- The June Summer Crochet Cardigan pattern uses the open mesh stitch. You can find a detailed step by step stitch tutorial here.
- Puff stitch (6 hdc puff worked all in one st) = yo, insert hook in indicated st, yo, pull up a loop, [yo, insert hook in same st, yo, pull up a loop] 5 times, yo, pull through all 13 loops on the hook. Ch 1 to close the puff stitch (doesn’t count as a stitch).
The Actual June Crochet Summer Top Pattern Free
Make 2 identical panels.
With your 3.5 mm / US E – 4 hook, chain 303 + 2 st.
Repeat
For the visual learners, there is a chart after the written instructions
Row 1: Dc in 3rd ch from hook, dc across, turn.
Row 2: Ch 3, tr 10, ch 5, skip 2, sc, [ch 9, skip 4, sc] repeat until last 10 st, tr 10, turn.
Row 3: Ch 3, tr 10, ch 3, [sc in 5th chain below, ch 5] repeat until last ch, sc in 5th ch below (last chain), tr 10, turn.
Note: make sure you sc in the chain and not over the chain to attach the stitch on the chain.
Row 4: Ch 2, dc 11, [4 dc in ch-5 space, dc in sc below] until last ch-space, dc 2 in last ch-space, dc 10, turn. <303 st>
Row 5: Ch 1, sc across, turn.
Row 6: Ch 2, dc across, turn.
Row 7: Ch 1, sc across, turn
Row 8: Ch 2, dc 10, [puff st, ch 1, skip 1] until last 11 st, puff st, dc 10 turn. <142 puffs>
Row 9: Ch 2, dc 10, [2 dc in next ch-1 space] until last puff st, dc in last puff st, dc 10, turn. <303 st>
Row 10: Ch 2, dc 11, [ch 5, skip 1, dc3tog] until last 12 st, ch 5, skip 1, dc 11, turn.
Row 11: Ch 2, dc 11, ch 3, [sc in next ch-5 below, ch 5] until last ch-5, sc in ch-5 below, ch 3, dc 11, turn.
Note: Here you don’t need to work in the ch stitch, over the ch is fine.
Row 12: Ch 2, dc 11, [ch 1, 3 dc in 3rd ch of the next ch-5 below] until last ch-5, dc 3 in middle ch st of ch-5 below, ch 1, dc 11, turn.
Note: make sure you sc in the chain and not over the chain to attach the stitch on the chain.
Row 13: Ch 2, dc 11, [dc in ch-1 space below, dc 3] until last ch-1 space, dc in ch-1 space below, dc 11, turn. <303 st>
Row 14 – 15: Repeat Row 8 – 9
Row 16 – 18: Repeat Row 5 – 7
Size Dependent Section
Row 19 – 36: Repeat Row 1 – 18
For the big size Repeat Row 1 – 18 one more time
Edge
Row 1 – 3: Repeat Row 2 – 4 of the Repeat section
Row 4: Ch 2, dc across, turn.
Row 5: Ch 1, sc across, turn.
Blocking
You’re done with the crocheting part. Make sure to weave in all the ends (except for sewing).
To make your cardigan even prettier, help even your stitches and open up the lace sections, wet block your panels.
Don’t skip this step as it can make a huge difference. Read my detailed tutorial on why block, how-to, and all my tips and tricks if you need help.
Assembly
Place both panels next to each other.
Sew both panels together lengthwise up to 70 cm / 27.5”. Only sew the back side together, the front will remain open.
Sew up the sides up to 40 cm / 15.75”.
Weave in the ends.
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