If your crochet projects up to this point have all been scarves, afghans, and washcloths, this is the perfect project to introduce you to the world of garment making.
Made from six rectangles with easy shaping in the sleeves, this cardi is simple to make and construct but is big on visual impact, with a stunning ribbed shawl collar and luxuriously textured main body. Both new and experienced stitchers will come back to this pattern over and over again for everything from special occasions to a grab-and-go wardrobe essential.

Finished Measurements
To Fit Bust: 32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60) inches/81.5 (91.5, 101.5, 112, 122, 132, 142, 152.5) cm
Finished Bust: 35½ (40½, 44½, 48, 52, 57, 61, 64½) inches/90 (103, 113, 122, 132, 145, 155, 164) cm
Finished Length: 28 (28, 28, 29, 29, 29, 30, 30) inches/71 (71, 71, 73.5, 73.5, 73.5, 76, 76) cm

Materials and Tools
Sample uses Cascade 220 Superwash Sport (100% Superwash Merino Wool; 1.75 ounces/50g = 136.5 yards/125 m): 15 (17, 18, 20, 21, 23, 25, 26) skeins or 2047.5 (2320.5, 2457, 2730, 2866.5, 3139.5, 3412.5, 3549) yards/1875 (2125, 2250, 2500, 2621, 2875, 3125, 3250) m of fine weight yarn

Crochet hook: 3.75mm (size F-5) or size to obtain gauge
Yarn needle
Pins or locking stitch markers

Sample shown in size Small in color Really Red #809