Wrap yourself in a cozy cardigan that feels like a warm hug on a chilly day. This is the magic of the Crochet Bobble Stitch Cardigan. It’s like a soft, cuddly cloud made just for you. The special bobble stitch gives it cute, little bumps that look like tiny bubbles or popcorn.
Crochet Easy Bobble Stitch Cardigan
It’s fun to touch and adds a playful twist to your outfit. Wearing this cardigan is like carrying a piece of home wherever you go, keeping you warm and stylish all at once. Whether you’re snuggled up on the couch or out on a cool evening, this cardigan is the perfect companion.
Materials
Start by taking your measurements to determine the length of the cardigan. The foundation chain will be twice the length of the desired cardigan length. For a 17-inch long cardigan, chain 34 inches.
Foundation Chain
Create a foundation chain that is twice the length of your desired cardigan length.
Single Crochet Ribbing
- Begin by skipping the first chain and make a single crochet in the second chain.
- Continue with single crochets for the entire row until you reach the desired number of stitches for your ribbing.
Half Double Crochet Ribbing
Yarn over and make a half double crochet in the next stitch.
- Continue with half double crochets for the entire row until you reach the desired number of stitches for your ribbing.
Back Loop Single Crochet Ribbing
- Work single crochets into the back loops only for the entire row.
- Repeat this pattern until you have the correct number of stitches for your ribbing.
Ribbing Continuation
- Alternate repeating Rows 2 and 3 until you have completed five rows of ribbing.
Bobble Stitch
- Start with a chain of 2, turn your work.
- Make a half double crochet in the first stitch.
- Work a bubble stitch in the next stitch by inserting the hook into the same stitch six times.
- Pull through two loops each time, then make three half double crochets in the next three stitches.
Rows 7-11
Repeat the established pattern for these rows.
Row 12: Single Crochet Top Edge
- Chain 1, then turn your work.
- Insert your hook into the first stitch and make a single crochet.
- Work single crochets into the middle and top of each ridge across the row.
- Continue until you have single crochets all the way across.
Marking the Middle Stitch
- Divide the number of single crochets in row 12 by 2 and place a stitch marker in the middle stitch.
- Lay the sweater flat and count all stitches from side to side. Mark the middle stitch with another stitch marker.
Joining Sleeves
- Use slip stitches to join the sleeves from the marked stitch on the sleeve to the marked stitch on the cardigan.
Front Ribbing
- Chain 6, skip the first chain, and work 5 single crochets in the back loop only.
- Chain 1, turn your work, and continue with 5 single crochets in the back loop.
- Skip the first 2 stitches, work 2 slip stitches, then chain 1 and turn your work.
- Repeat this pattern for the front ribbing up to the top of the cardigan.
Additional Tips
- Always use a stitch marker to keep track of your rows.
- Work in back loops only for the body to create a ribbed effect.
- Modify the number of rows between bubble stitches for different designs.
- Adjust the foundation chain and ribbing stitches to customize the cardigan size.
- Personalize with buttons, pockets, or other embellishments.
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