Prairie Breeze Cardigan
by Catherine McLennan (Lullaby Lodge Designs)

Catch a breath of fresh air with the Prairie Breeze Cardigan, a lightweight and beautifully textured layering piece perfect for warm-weather styling. Crocheted using the simple yet stunning Prairie Stitch, this cardigan creates a breathable, fluid fabric with an elegant drape. Complete with cozy patch pockets and classic 3/4 sleeves, it’s designed to be an effortless everyday essential.

The body is worked seamlessly from the bottom up starting directly from the bottom ribbing, split at the armholes, and finished with timeless ribbed details on the cuffs and front bands.

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Included in the Pattern:
7 Sizes: Step-by-step instructions from XS through to XXXL.
Full Details: Comprehensive yardage and finished measurements.
Video Support: Timestamps linking directly to specific construction sections for stress-free making.
Bonus Guides: Includes a project planner page and an expert blocking guide.

Pattern Details

Suggested Yarn
Paintbox Yarns Cotton Mix DK (50% Cotton, 50% Acrylic; 100g / 245m / 268 yds).
Featured Shades: Khaki (Green) and Clear Sky (Blue).
Yarn Sub Alternatives: King Cole Bamboo Cotton DK, Lion Brand Coboo, or Sirdar Stories DK.

Sizing
Designed to be worn open with 4–6 inches of positive ease. If you plan to wear it over thicker layers, consider sizing up.
Sizes available: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL.

Hook Sizes
4.00 mm
4.50 mm
5.00 mm

Gauge
Main Stitch: 14 sts x 14 rows = 4 inches in Prairie Stitch using a 5.00 mm hook.
Ribbing: 9.25 rows = 4 inches in ribbing stitch using a 4.50 mm hook.

Notions
Yarn needle, scissors, and stitch markers.

Terminology
US Terms (with UK conversions provided in the abbreviations section).

Copyright Notice: © 2026 Catherine McLennan, Lullaby Lodge Designs. All rights reserved. This pattern is protected by international copyright laws and may not be reproduced, distributed, or sold in whole or in part.