The Dune Drift Cocoon Cardigan: A Free Crochet Pattern for a Textured, Oversized Wrap
Introducing the Dune Drift Cocoon Cardigan
Embrace effortless elegance with this oversized, cocoon-shaped cardigan, featuring a mesmerizing blend of shell and post stitches that create a fabric reminiscent of shifting desert sands. This free pattern guides you through creating a luxuriously cozy, one-size-fits-most layering piece perfect for cool evenings. The cardigan is worked flat in one piece from side to side, creating a seamless cocoon shape. The pattern stitch is a 2-row repeat that creates a beautiful, textured fabric. The finished garment is designed to be very oversized, with a relaxed fit.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Worsted weight (#4) yarn. Shown in Lion Brand 'Heartland' in 'Great Smoky Mountains' (approx 650-750 yards).
- Hook: Size J/10 (6.0 mm) crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge.
- Gauge: 14 sts x 8 rows = 4 inches in pattern stitch (shell and post stitch repeat).
- Other: Tapestry needle for weaving ends and seaming, scissors.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Abbreviations (US terms)
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- dc: double crochet
- fpdc: front post double crochet
- bpdc: back post double crochet
- sk: skip
- st(s): stitch(es)
- rep: repeat
Pattern Stitch (Multiple of 4 + 2)
Row 1 (RS): Ch 1, sc in first st, *sk 2 sts, (dc, ch 1, dc) in next st (shell made), sk 2 sts, sc in next st; rep from * across. Turn.
Row 2 (WS): Ch 3 (counts as dc), fpdc around next dc, *bpdc around next dc, fpdc around next dc, dc in next sc; rep from * across, ending with dc in last sc. Turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first st, *sk 2 sts, (dc, ch 1, dc) in next st, sk 2 sts, sc in next st; rep from * across. Turn.
Row 4: Ch 3, bpdc around next dc, *fpdc around next dc, bpdc around next dc, dc in next sc; rep from * across, ending with dc in last sc. Turn.
Rep Rows 1-4 for pattern.
Make the Body (worked side to side)
Ch 82 (or any multiple of 4 + 2 for desired width).
Work in pattern stitch (Rows 1-4) until piece measures approximately 60 inches from beginning, ending after a Row 4. Fasten off.
Seaming
Fold the rectangle in half lengthwise, with the right sides together. The fold will be the top of the shoulders. The open ends will be the sleeves. Using a tapestry needle and yarn, seam the bottom edge of the rectangle together for approximately 12 inches from the fold (this creates the back and front panels). Leave the remaining 18 inches open for the sleeves. Seam the sleeve edges together from the fold down to the underarm. Repeat for the other side.
Sleeve Cuffs (optional)
With RS facing, join yarn at the bottom of one sleeve opening. Work 2 rounds of sc evenly around the opening. Fasten off. Repeat for other sleeve.
Finishing
Weave in all ends. Block lightly to shape, if desired.
Your Dune Drift Cocoon Cardigan is now complete! Enjoy the cozy, textured elegance of this one-of-a-kind wrap.
