The Mountain Peaks Cardigan is from my book Modern Crochet Sweaters: 20 Chic Designs for Everyday Wear. This book includes 20 #SizeInclusive sweater patterns using a variety of techniques and construction methods to ensure there is something of value for every skill level. Each pattern is written for sizes XS to 5XL and each size has been thoroughly tested! We had over 500+ crochet pattern testers for this book to make sure that each size fits its intended wearer in a way that makes them feel beautiful. You can buy this book with confidence, knowing that each pattern was written for you and your unique body measurements.

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ABOUT
Ease your way into making your own clothes with this truly beginner-friendly pattern! Beginners and seasoned crocheters alike are sure to be pleasantly surprised by this polished finished piece, created using just the half double crochet stitch and minimal shaping.

The color combinations for this color-block cardigan are endless—feel free to make up your own striping pattern or opt for one solid color for a wearable cardigan that speaks to your personal style. Whether you’re lounging at home or out-and-about, this chic layering piece is destined to become a part of your regular outfit rotation. With its easygoing fit, this refined, can-be-worn-with-anything cardigan is the ultimate grab-and-go piece.

MATERIALS
Yarn: DK—The Hook Nook Small Stuff in Blue Steel, Minimalist, Foggy Morning

• 100% acrylic
• 273 yds (250 m) per 3.5-oz (100-g) skein
• Find this yarn on thehooknooklife.com.
• View this post for an extensive list of yarn subs and yarns used during testing.

Substitute Small Stuff with any similar DK weight, category #3 yarn that matches gauge. Any fiber content should produce a beautiful cardigan!

Some testers matched gauge with sport weight (category #2) and fingering weight (category #1) yarn.

Sizing: This sweater is written in nine sizes as follows: XS (S, M, L, XL) (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X). Make sure to follow the numbers for your size only.

Yardage for 3-color cardigan like sample shown:
Color A—Blue Steel (Bottom Color):
2 (2, 2, 2, 3) (3, 3, 3, 3) skeins or
445 (480, 515, 545, 585) (615, 650, 700, 745) yds
407 (439, 471, 499, 535) (563, 595, 641, 682) m

Color B—Minimalist (Middle Color):
3 (3, 3, 3, 3) (4, 4, 4, 4) skeins, or
550 (580, 635, 675, 750) (800, 850, 920, 925) yds
503 (531, 581, 618, 686) (732, 778, 842, 846) m

Color C—Foggy Morning (Top Color):
2 (2, 2, 2, 2) (2, 3, 3, 3) skeins, or
420 (445, 480, 510, 525) (535, 580, 615, 660) yds
385 (407, 439, 467, 481) (490, 531, 563, 604) m

Yardage for 1-color cardigan:
6 (6, 6, 7, 7) (8, 8, 9, 9) skeins of Small Stuff, or
1400 (1500, 1625, 1725, 1850) (1950, 2075, 2225, 2325) yds
1281 (1372, 1486, 1578, 1692) (1784, 1898, 2035, 2126) m

Hook: Size U.S. G/7 (4.5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge

Notions: Tapestry needle, several locking stitch markers to help with seaming

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