V Stitch Crochet Cropped Cardigan

The V Stitch Crochet Cardigan is a quick and easy pattern to follow, uses one stitch all across, and makes the perfect project for a weekend!

Worked in panels, this crochet cardigan uses only basic stitches like the chain, double, single, and slip stitches.

Step-by-step I’ll walk you through every row of this pattern with easy-to-follow instructions, simple stitch and row repeats, and the exact stitches you should create every row

Learn to crochet the V stitch, which is my totally favorite, and you can use it for future projects

This crochet cropped cardigan is a quick and easy project to work up!

Cardigans can use one solid color or combine different ones/

They can be worked in blended wool, acrylic yarn, or cotton, depending on the season ..

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V Stitch Cardigan Resources

How to join the crochet cardigan panels

Once you’ve finished crocheting the back panel and the two front panels, it’s time to join them—and there are a few ways to do that, depending on the kind of look and structure you want. Here are three common join methods to choose from:

• Slip Stitch Join
  This method uses your hook to slip stitch through the edges of your panels. It creates a flat seam that’s pretty subtle and works well if you want the join to blend in. It’s fast and easy, but it doesn’t stretch much, so keep that in mind if you want some give in your seams.
• Single Crochet Join (my favorite!)
  This one adds a bit more structure and makes a visible ridge along the seam, which can actually look really nice as a design feature. I love using the single crochet join because it’s sturdy, easy to line up, and gives the cardigan a clean, polished look with just a little extra texture.
• Tapestry Needle (Whip Stitch or Mattress Stitch)
  If you prefer a smoother, nearly invisible seam, this is the way to go. You use a tapestry needle and yarn to sew the panels together—whip stitch is quick and slightly more noticeable, while mattress stitch takes a little longer but gives a seamless finish that looks great from the outside.

There’s no wrong choice here—just pick the method that matches the look and feel you want for your finished cardigan!

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How to size the V Stitch Crochet Cardigan

This pattern is written for a women’s size Small, with a finished bust of about 34″, and I designed it to be cropped with short sleeves—perfect for layering or wearing on warmer days.

But don’t worry if that’s not your ideal fit, you can totally adjust it!

Just add (or subtract) multiples of 3 to the starting chain to make it wider.

If you’d like it longer, just work more rows on the body, and for longer sleeves, keep adding extra rounds until they hit the length you like. It’s a super flexible pattern, so feel free to make it your own!

Gauge & Starting Info

• Gauge: 13 stitches = 4 inches → 1 inch = 3.25 stitches
• Starting chain for size Small (34″ bust): 63 chains

Sizing Math

To get the starting chain for other sizes, we’ll calculate how many stitches are needed to match the standard bust measurement and then round to the nearest multiple of 3 (since your stitch pattern uses multiples of 3).

The pattern is written for a women’s size Small (34″ bust), and the back panel starts with 63 chains.

The two front panels are worked separately and each is about half the width of the back panel.

The gauge is 13 stitches = 4 inches (or 3.25 stitches per inch). To adjust for other sizes, you’ll increase the chain count for each panel individually, always adding chains in multiples of 3 to maintain the V-stitch pattern.

Here’s a guide based on standard bust measurements:

• Small (34″ bust)
  Back panel: 63 chains
  Each front panel: approximately 30 chains (or slightly less, depending on desired overlap or gap at the front)
• Medium (38″ bust)
  Back panel: 72 chains
  Each front panel: 36 chains
• Large (42″ bust)
  Back panel: 78 chains
  Each front panel: 39 chains
• Extra Large (46″ bust)
  Back panel: 84 chains
  Each front panel: 42 chains

To customize further, just increase each panel’s starting chain by multiples of 3, keeping the front panels around half the width of the back panel. You can also make the cardigan longer by adding more rows, and lengthen the sleeves by adding rounds. It’s an easy pattern to adjust, so you can make it fit exactly how you like.

(You might want to adjust slightly if you prefer a looser or tighter fit—these are close to standard bust ease for a cropped cardigan.)

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Finished V Stitch Crochet Cardigan Projects

Need some inspiration before you get started on this project?

Check out other finished V Stitch Cardigan projects on Ravelry today, right here:

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More Crochet Top Patterns

If you love the look of this easy V Stitch Crochet Cardigan pattern, here are a few more crochet top patterns you can view on our website:

Granny Crochet Shrug

Open Sides Crochet Vest

Lacy Summer Crochet Top

More Crochet Patterns using the V Stitch

Happy V Stitch Washcloth

The Raspberry Collection

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Let’s get to the pattern, shall we? Making the V Stitch Crochet Cardigan

Difficulty

Easy

Materials

This is the yarn I had at hand. Do not forget I made a sample for you to learn, so be creative and choose the yarn you love.

Feel it before starting your project.

I know there are a million different yarn choices out there, but that also depends on where you live, so just be creative!

• 100% Acrylic or Cotton yarn, weight #4 in 1 color, a total of 250 gr, 480 yards for Small size
• Hook: US Size H-8 (5 mm) 
• Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape

Gauge

• 13 st X 7 rows ( 4” X 4”)
  

Sizes

This sample is: 20” long X 17” wide, (34” circumference) Women’s Small Size

Stitch Key

You can see these stitches in action as you watch these video tutorials (just click on the underlined text):

• Ch = Chain
• St = Stitch
• Sc = Single Crochet
• Dc = Double Crochet
• Slst = Slip stitch

Specialty Stitches

V stitch = (Dc1+ch1+dc1) in indicated space

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Notes

• The pattern is written in US terminology
• The pattern is worked in rows and rounds
• Ch2 does count as st at the beginning of each row
• Ch 1 does not count as a st at the beginning of the round
• You can work this pattern with one color or multiple, as you wish- I used 1 color
• The stitch pattern calls for multiples of 3
• This pattern is worked in 4 parts: the back panel, two front panels, and the sleeves 
• ( joining instructions below)
• If changing colors, make sure to have a changing technique and weave your ends in.

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V Stitch Cardigan Instructions

Instructions

Ch 63 ( for Small size)

Back Panel

Row 1:  Dc 1 in 4th ch from hook, ch 1+dc 1 in the same ch, skip 2 ch, *V-st(dc1+ch1+dc1) in next ch, skip 2 ch, repeat from * to last 2 ch, skip 1 ch and dc 1 in last, turn work

Row 2: Ch 2, *V-st in next ch1 space, repeat to last ch 1 space, dc 1 in last st

Rows 3-25: repeat row 2

If you want a longer cardigan, continue repeating row 2.

Now we will work on the neckline and shoulders

Rows 26-30: Ch 2, *V-st in next ch1 space, repeat from * to complete 5 V-stitches, d 1 in next dc. secure yarn and cut.

Work the same rows 26-30 on the opposite side for the second shoulder

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Let’s Continue

Front panel – make 2

Ch 33

Row 1:  Dc 1 in 4th ch from hook, ch 1+dc 1 in the same ch, skip 2 ch, *V-st(dc1+ch1+dc1) in next ch, skip 2 ch, repeat from * to last 2 ch, skip 1 ch and dc 1 in last, turn work

Row 2: Ch 2, *V-st in next ch1 space, repeat to last ch 1 space, dc 1 in last st

Rows 3-25: repeat row 2

Now we will work on the neckline and shoulders

Rows 26-30: Ch 2, *V-st in next ch1 space, repeat from * to complete 5 V-stitches, secure yarn and cut.

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Construction

Align the back panel with the two front panels, right side inside. Sew the two shoulders using the tapestry needle.

Measure  20 cm 8 “ from the top to the side to make the sleeve hole. Mark with stitch markers on both sides. Sew both sides

Sleeves ( work on both sides)

Turn your work right side up, Now we will work on rounds. 

Round 1: Introduce yarn in the join of the side part (under the arm), ch1 and sc1  in every st around, you do not have to count exactly the st, but make sure you do not reduce because we want to make a nice sleeve, make sure you have an odd # of stitches 🙂 slst to 1st st 

Do not turn your work! 

Round 2: Ch3 (counts as dc+ch1), dc 1 in same st, *skip 2 st, V-st in next, repeat around, to end, Slst to 2nd ch from beginning. 

Round 3-10:  Slst to ch1 space, V-st in 1st ch 1 space and around, Slst to 2nd ch from beginning. If you want to make long sleeves, continue to the desired length

Round 11: Ch 1, sc1 in next st, sc 1 in next and around, Slst to 1st st.

Work the second sleeve exactly the same- Make sure you count how many st you made on the first sleeve so you make an identical sleeve.

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Finishing

Cut your yarn and weave in the ends.

Options: 

👉Work a round of single crochet st on the neckline, front panels, and bottom.

👉Chain a long chain in a different color, weave it between the two front panels to close.

👉Use buttons or leave it open

Enjoy!

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**This is an original Sandra Regev pattern: Owner /Designer of Sandra Stitches. This pattern may not be redistributed for free, sale, or trade, but finished products can be sold with credit to this shop – enjoy!

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