Buttons, three-quarter-length sleeves and a loose fit — this cardigan is just what the bookworm ordered. It’s even easy and fast to make for a newbie, so you can return to curling up in your cozy corner with your Jane Austen novel once it’s done.

Skill Level:
Easy

Finished Bust Size:
32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56)” / 81.5, (91.5, 101.5, 112, 122, 132, 142) cm to fit bust 30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54)” / 76 (86.5, 96.5, 106.5, 117, 127, 137) cm

1-3″ positive ease recommended

Shown in size 36″

Gauge:
12 sts and 12 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in single crochet after wet blocking

Yarn:
Quince & Co. Owl (50% American Wool, 50% Alpaca; 120 yards 110 meters/50 grams): #330 Lagoon, 6 (7, 8, 8, 9, 10, 11) skeins

Hook:
US size N/13 (9 mm)

Notions:
Removable markers; tapestry needle; seven ¾” 2 cm buttons