Marigold Morning Crochet Cardigan Pattern by Marly Bird – Vintage Charm Meets Everyday Style

The Marigold Morning Crochet Cardigan is a love letter to timeless texture and thoughtful design. Made entirely from beautifully joined motifs, this waist-length cardigan combines romantic puff sleeves, lacy detail, and flattering shaping to create a piece that feels like a vintage heirloom—yet fits seamlessly into your modern wardrobe.

Whether you’re layering it over a sundress for your morning market stroll or throwing it on for a cozy coffee date, this cardigan delivers both comfort and sophistication. Sized XS to 5X, it’s thoughtfully written to celebrate every body.

✨ Pattern Features:

Motif-Based Construction – Built from interconnected crochet motifs with stunning detail
Flattering Fit – Waist-length cut with gentle shaping for a comfortable, polished look
Puff Sleeves – Adds vintage charm with a soft, feminine silhouette
Inclusive Sizing – Instructions included for XS through 5X
Heirloom Feel, Everyday Wear – Classic design elements make it easy to dress up or down

This is one of those patterns that’s just as joyful to make as it is to wear. The Marigold Morning Cardigan is soft, stunning, and ready to become your new favorite layering piece.

SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate

MEASUREMENTS

Finished Measurements
Sweater is 33 (36, 39, 44, 48, 52, 55, 60, 65)” 84, 91.5, 99, 111.5, 122, 132, 139.5, 152.5, 165 cm bust circumference by 21.25 (23, 24.75, 24, 26, 28, 26.75, 27.5, 31.25)” 54, 58.5, 63, 61, 66, 71, 68, 70, 79.5 cm in height from bottom edge to shoulder to fit sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X with a classic fit of about 2-4” 5-10 cm of positive ease.

Gauge
BLOCKED Motifs = 4 (4¼, 4½)” 10, 11, 11.5 cm length and width; use any size hook to obtain the gauge.

MATERIALS
Yarn
WeCrochet, Provincial Tweed (80% superwash highland wool/ 20% donegal tweed, 250 yds / 229 m, 3.5 oz/ 100 g, CYCA# 4 worsted):
Color A: #27571 Caramel, 3 (4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7) hanks
Color B: #27716 Cream, 2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4) hanks
Color C: #27716 Gray, 2 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3) hanks

Crochet Hook
Size G/6 4.0 mm, G/7 4.5 mm, or H/8 5.0 mm

Notions
Stitch markers
Chenille Needle size 18
Scissors
Blocking Mats
Blocking Combs
Spray Bottle for blocking