Blue Sky Fibers Valerie's Cardigan Crochet Pattern

Blue Sky Fibers Valerie's Cardigan

What is Being Made

Valerie's Cardigan is a lacy crocheted cardigan designed by Valerie Teppo and published by Blue Sky Fibers. This garment is described as the perfect layering piece for warm, breezy days while remaining sophisticated enough for evening wear. The cardigan features an open, airy lace construction that makes it ideal for transitional seasons and versatile styling.

Project Overview

This is an intermediate-level crochet project available in women's sizes S (M, L, 1XL, 2XL) to fit bust sizes 34–36 (38–40, 42–44, 46–50, 52–56) inches. The pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF and uses a top-down, worked-flat construction method with seaming to complete the garment.

Techniques Used

• Top-down construction: The cardigan is worked beginning at the shoulders and progressing downward, allowing for easy fitting adjustments
• Worked flat: Pieces are created in flat rows rather than in the round, using turning chains and directional shaping
• Lace patterning: The design incorporates openwork lace stitches that create the breezy, layered aesthetic
• Seaming: Finished pieces are joined together using a tapestry needle to create the complete cardigan structure

Stitches Used

• Double crochet (dc): The primary stitch forming the foundation of the lace pattern
• V-stitch (V-st): A decorative stitch combination used throughout the lace design to create visual interest and openwork
• Chain stitches (ch): Used for spacing, turning chains, and creating the open areas within the lace pattern
• Slip stitch (sl st): Used for joining and shaping within the pattern structure
• Single crochet (sc): Incorporated in select areas of the pattern for stitch definition
• Chain-space (ch-sp): The gaps created by chain stitches, which are worked into on subsequent rows to develop the lace motif

Materials Required

• Yarn: Blue Sky Skinny Cotton in 65g/150-yard hanks; quantity ranges from 6 to 9 hanks depending on size selected. The photo sample shown is in the colorway Birch #30
• Crochet hooks: Size I (5.5mm) crochet hook for the main fabric and Size G (5mm) crochet hook for finishing, or sizes as needed to obtain proper gauge
• Additional supplies: Tapestry needle for seaming the finished pieces together

Pattern Construction Details

The pattern begins with a foundation chain and uses a series of repeating rows that establish the lace pattern. Early rows introduce the V-stitch elements and chain-space sequences that define the cardigan's openwork aesthetic. The pattern includes specific instructions for each size, with variations noted for S size versus M, L, and larger sizes. Rows are worked on the right side and wrong side alternately, with turning chains indicating the stitch type for each new row. The lace pattern repeats across the width of the garment, creating a consistent, balanced design throughout the cardigan body.