Side Slits Crochet Cardigan Pattern (PDF Download)

If you’re looking for a beginner crochet cardigan pattern that’s easy to follow but still looks modern and stylish, this is a perfect next project.

This cardigan features a longer length with side slits, creating a relaxed, flowy fit that’s comfortable to wear and flattering on a variety of body types. The side slit design adds movement and gives it a more modern silhouette, so it doesn’t feel bulky or boxy like more traditional cardigans.

The main panel uses a mixed lace stitch, while the sleeves are worked in simple double crochet, giving you a nice balance of texture and simplicity without making the pattern feel overwhelming. It’s a great next-step project for advanced beginners who are ready to try something new while still keeping the construction straightforward.

About the cardigan design:
This crochet cardigan is made from the bottom up. The back and front panels are worked separately, then joined at the shoulders. The sleeves are crocheted directly onto the panels after the shoulders are sewn. Finally, we’ll join the sides and finish by crocheting around all the edges

Notes:
This cardigan pattern uses English (US) Terminology
This cardigan pattern is made as US women’s sizes XS(S, M, L, XL, XXL)
In this picture I have demonstrated with size small
If you start with a foundation chain, work in multiples of 6 + 2 chains.
If you use foundation single crochet (FSC), work in multiples of 6 + 1 FSC.
This pattern is a 4-row repeat (Rows 3–6

Yarn needed:
Color A: 1345(1445, 1565, 1665, 1785, 1885) yards
Color B: 20(25, 30, 35, 40, 45) yards

Sleeve gauge (using a 4.5 mm crochet hook): 16 dc X 8.25 rows = 4 inches

Main pattern gauge (using a 4 mm crochet hook): 3.5 pattern repeats × 8.5 rows = 4 inches
(1 pattern repeat = 1 dc, ch 1, 4 dc, ch 1)

Finished Garment Measurements After blocked
Body Width Across: 18.28”(20.57”, 24”, 26.28”, 29.71”, 32”)
Length: 33.41”(33.41”, 33.41”, 35.29”, 35.29”, 35.29”)
Armhole Depth: 8”(8.47”, 8.94”, 9.41”, 9.88”, 10.35”)
Sleeve Circumference: 17.25”(18.25”, 19.25”, 20.25”, 21.25”, 22.25”)
Sleeve Length: 9.21”(9.21”, 10.18”, 10.18”, 11.15”, 11.15”)