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DESCRIPTION
The Tic Tac Toe Cardigan is the kind of project that feels as good to make as it does to wear. The stitch pattern used for this collection is the beloved tic tac toe stitch from Chapter 1 of the book (the Tic Tac Toe Sweater Lite and the Tic Tac Toe Scarf Lite), but reimagined through a heavier weight yarn and a slightly larger gauge. This allows for faster progress while maintaining the sophisticated look of the finished pieces.

The cardi is worked flat in one piece, with just two simple seams, proof that great construction doesn’t have to be complicated. The boxy, semi-cropped fit drapes effortlessly, while bishop sleeves add a touch of volume and elegance. The ribbed edges tie everything together for a refined finish, and the double lapel buttons are a fun detail that make this cardigan uniquely yours. Whether layered over a dress or paired with jeans, it’s a versatile staple that invites everyday wear.

And if you’re in the mood for a smaller, equally charming project, check out the coordinating Tic Tac Toe Earwarmer!

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Finished bust circumference: 28.5 (36.5, 44.5, 52.5) (60.5, 68.5, 76.5) inches or 72 (93, 113, 133) (154, 174, 194) cm

The sizing for this pattern is based on the standard Craft Yarn Council (CYC) measurements.

This top is designed to be worn with 2 to 10 inches (5 to 25 cm) of positive ease around the bust.

All my garment patterns are size-inclusive and are graded for actual bust circumferences of up to at least a 60 inches or 152 cm.

DIFFICULTY
Advanced

MATERIALS
Yarn
DK weight

Shown in
Main color (squares on the WS): Arcane Fibre Works 80/20 Super Wash DK (80% Extra Fine Merino, 20% Nylon; 218 yds/200 m per 3.5 oz/100 g hank) in color Peacock’s Feather

Contrast color (plus signs on the RS): Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash (100% Superwash Wool; 220 yds/200 m per 100 g hank) in color 817 Ecru

Hooks
US G/4.0 mm (main gauge), US E/3.5 mm (ribbing), US J/6.0 mm (foundation chain), or hook sizes needed to obtain gauge. I’m a tight crocheter, so you may have to go down in hook sizes.

Notions
Yarn needle, scissors, 6 locking stitch markers, safety pins or sewing clips, 2 sets of five 1-inch (2.5-cm) buttons.

YARDAGE
Main color: 3 (4, 4, 4) (5, 5, 6) hanks of the suggested yarn or 630 (730, 775, 865) (985, 1080, 1120) yds/575 (670, 710, 790) (900, 990, 1025) m

Contrast color: 5 (5, 6, 6) (7, 8, 8) balls of the suggested yarn or 940 (1085, 1150, 1290) (1465, 1605, 1670) yds/860 (990, 1050, 1180) (1340, 1470, 1525) m

These yardages are estimated. Check out the tester lookbook on the blog for exact yardages from my testers!

HOW DO I PURCHASE THIS PATTERN?
This interlocking crochet pattern can be found exclusively in my book, Reversible Crochet Sweaters (US publication date: November 4th, 2025). Grab your copy of the book today through my webshop or anywhere else books are sold!

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PATTERN SUPPORT
This pattern is available in English only and uses standard US crochet terminology.
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COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER
This pattern is for your personal and non-commercial use only. You are prohibited from publishing this pattern (in whole or in part) on your site or blog or otherwise claiming it as your own, selling, or distributing it. Do not alter this pattern in any way and do not create your own patterns based on the instructions provided herein. Please refrain from modifying the pattern and/or creating other items based off of it. Using my product photography, tutorial pictures and written instructions and passing them off as your own is copyright infringement. You are welcome to sell your creations in small quantities or to share them on social media, but please credit me as the designer @CrochetHighway when possible. You are prohibited from using my photographs to sell your items.
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