Lace Sleeve Cardigan Pattern

Lace Sleeve Cardigan Pattern

Introduction Light, bright, and breathable — this Tropical Mint Lace Sleeve Cardigan brings summer sophistication to handmade fashion. With a clean stockinette body and lacy floral-patterned sleeves, this cropped cardigan is perfect for layering over dresses, tanks, or beachwear. Inspired by resort

Materials

  • Yarn: DK cotton yarn – approx. 400–500g in mint green

  • Knitting Needles: 4.0mm for lace sleeves, 3.5mm for ribbing

  • Tapestry needle

  • 3 buttons (optional)

  • Stitch markers

Gauge

  • 10cm x 10cm = 20 sts x 28 rows in stockinette

Finished Size

  • Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL

  • Bust: 80–110cm

  • Length: ~45cm (cropped fit)

Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • K – Knit

  • P – Purl

  • YO – Yarn Over

  • K2tog – Knit Two Together

  • SSK – Slip Slip Knit

  • BO – Bind Off

  • CO – Cast On

Instructions

Back Panel

  1. CO 90 (100, 110, 120) sts

  2. Work in 2x2 rib for 6 rows

  3. Switch to stockinette (K RS, P WS) and continue until length is ~25cm

  4. BO loosely

Front Panels (Make 2)

  1. CO 45 (50, 55, 60)

  2. Ribbing as in back

  3. Work in stockinette, decreasing 1 st at neckline edge every 4 rows

  4. BO when length matches back panel

Sleeves (Lace)

  1. CO 50–60 sts

  2. Work lace pattern:

    • Row 1: K1, YO, K2tog, K1, REP

    • Row 2 and all WS rows: P all sts

    • Row 3: K2, YO, K2tog, REP

  3. Continue lace for 40–45cm

  4. Finish with 6 rows of ribbing

  5. BO loosely

Assembly

  1. Seam shoulders

  2. Attach sleeves

  3. Seam sides and sleeves

  4. Pick up stitches along front and neckline

  5. Work 6 rows of ribbing, making 3 buttonholes

  6. BO and sew on buttons

Finishing Touches

  • Weave in ends

  • Lightly block sleeves to open up lace

  • Pair with printed dresses or flowy skirts

Customization Tips

  • Use white yarn and pearl buttons for bridal summerwear

  • Make full-length for more coverage

  • Swap lace for mesh or eyelets


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