If you have a sweater man on your list, this is the perfect, men’s basic cardigan to crochet. And if you are a man who loves to crochet, why not make one for yourself!
Because it is extremely hard to find crochet patterns for men, the minute Nana saw this basic cardigan, she knew she had to share! Not only is this sweater classic and timeless, it is so easy to crochet!
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This basic sweater pattern is offered by Lion Brand yarns and is written to make a finished garment in Sizes Small through to 5X. (See below for the link).
The sweater, as pictured, was crocheted using Lion Bran Re-Tweed yarn. Re-Tweed is a rustic-look Size 4 worsted weight tweed yarn that comes in an array of muted natural colors. The nubby texture created by the tweed flecks will add depth to even the most basic stitches and patterns, or show off the tweed in cables or traditional gansey patterns. And your projects will be machine washable and dryable, making them easy to use every day.
To make this men’s basic cardigan, you will need the following supplies:
- Lion Brand Re-Tweed or equivalent size 4 yarn – see pattern for amount required
- US Size K-10.5 (6.5 mm) crochet hook
- stitch markers
- yarn needle
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I’m making the back to basics crichet cardigan, pattern L90158. I’m doing 3x. My question is about the back. Is the back panel at the bottom supposed to look so much bigger coming out of the band? I followed the pattern, it just looks odd. Can you possibly post a picture of the back?
Yes, the band is done in a ribbing stitch which is most always smaller than the body of the sweater. I would love to see your finished project!
Nana K
Is there a video tutorial for this?
Kelli,
I do not believe there is a video for this pattern. If you find one, please let us all know.
Hi, the link for this pattern is not working is there any other way to get it? Thank you 🙂
Natalie,
Are you clicking the large pink button “Get Pattern Here”. I have no problem with the link??
Nana K
is this pattern not free anymore?
Maria,
Yes, the pattern is still free. Click my link “Get Pattern Here”. It will take you to another site where you will see another link “Download Free Pattern”.
I would love to see your finished cardigan. Happy Hooking!
Nana K.
yes no matter how i read pattern cant figure out the sleeves put markers on frount and back then 2 row add 62 does not fit in between now what
Deb,
The pattern states that you need to add the 62 stitches evenly between the two markers. In other words, you need to make these stitches fit. Hope this helps.
Nana K
I made this in an extra large and followed the directions exactly. The sweater just didn’t fit properly. It hung down in the front and was shorter in the back. Directions were easy to follow.
Susan,
Sorry you had problems. I am thinking it may have been your tension changing when you got comfortable? If there are the same amount of rows in front and back, the sizes should be the same? Thanks for letting us know.
Nana K