Charlee Cardigan – Bold, Colorful & Easy Top-Down Design
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Get ready to stitch some serious style into your wardrobe—because the Charlee Cardigan is about to become your new handmade obsession! It’s the best of everything all in one. Whether you’re craving a cozy layering piece or a bold, DIY fashion statement, Charlee is here to deliver. This beauty is worked seamlessly from the top down, so there’s zero seaming and the juicy textured stitch pattern creates a squishy, eye-catching fabric you’ll never want to take off. It’s like wearing your own piece of sunshine!
For my color lovers, this one’s your playground. I normally tend to use plain neutral colors in all my makes, but my hubby picked out this yarn and said this comes home. He really has good taste! The sample shown is made with Red Heart Bitty Stripes in Rainbow, and let’s just say—it’s next-level. I initially purchased my skeins at Joann, but unfortunately they are going out of business. You can find the same yarn here on Amazon. The self-striping magic means the color transitions do all the heavy lifting, giving you a vibrant, multicolored masterpiece with minimal effort. Plus, with generous yardage in each skein, you’ll only need 3–4 skeins for sizes XS–5X. And since Bitty Stripes is Aran weight, this baby works up fast. Whether you go wild with the vibrant hues Red Heart offers or play in your stash to keep it cool with earthy tones or mix and match for a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, the Charlee Cardigan is your ticket to cozy, colorful crochet bliss.
To get started, you will need two crochet hooks. I used an 8.00 mm for the body and sleeve sections and a 6.5 mm hook for the ribbing portion. Since it’s worked seamlessly and top down, customization and modification is totally in your court! Once completed, styling your Charlee Cardigan is an absolute breeze thanks to its effortless versatility and bold personality. Heading out for errands, dressing up for brunch, or cozying in for a movie night? Charlee has your back—literally and fashionably. Pair it with jeans, dresses, or joggers and wear your handmade magic loud and proud.
The Charlee Cardigan was such a delight to stitch up. The colors instantly lifted my mood and I hope it can do the same for you! So, what do you say—ready to get your stitch on? Click the links below to grab the pattern and start your next crochet crush!
I cannot wait to see what colors you choose and how your Charlee turns out! Be sure to tag me on IG @taliacrochetcreations so I can see your amazing work!