Lacy, flowy, and effortlessly stylish-this lightweight ruana cardigan is destined to become your go-to summer layer! Add a touch of boho charm to any outfit, whether you are heading to the beach or layering up for a breezy day. Leaf-inspired lacework is both fun and meditative to create, making it a joy to crochet and wear. Available in 5 hybrid sizes, fitting sizes XS to 6X and 3 length options, ensures a great fit for every body type.
LEVEL
Intermediate pattern
YARN
DK weight yarn (weight 3) - suggested bamboo, superwash merino, light weight cotton, or a silk blend, for ideal drape. Yarn estimates are in reference to Length {A, B, C} and are based on a sample made with Lion Brand, 24/7 Cotton DK Prints (100% cotton), 80 g / 219 yds / 200 m.
Size 1 = {581, 844, 1104} yds / {532, 772, 1010} m
Size 2 = {657, 950, 1243} yds / {601, 869, 1137} m
Size 3 = {767, 1112, 1457} yds / {702, 1017, 1333} m
Size 4 = {852, 1232, 1613} yds / {780, 1127, 1475} m
Size 5 = {929, 1342, 1752} yds / {850, 1228, 1603} m
Estimates are approximate and include an additional 5% buffer in the yardage calculations. Any modifications made will increase or decrease the amount of yarn needed.
MATERIALS
4mm (G) crochet hook
5mm (H) crochet hook
Scissors
Tapestry needle
Measuring tape
2-4 Stitch markers
GAUGE
5mm (H) crochet hook; 15 DC x 8 rows = 4” / 10 cm blocked and laid flat
4mm (G) crochet hook; Sleeve gauge - Follow Left Sleeve, Rows 3-6 on page 7 = 18 sts x 7 rows = 4” / 10 cm blocked and laid flat
STITCHES (US TERMS)
Ch, DC, DTR, HDC, SC, Slst, PSC (video tutorial linked in pattern)
CONSTRUCTION
The cardigan is worked flat in turned rows. You’ll start with the back panel, working from the bottom up. Next, you’ll create each front panel, also working from the bottom up, and seam them to the back panel. Sleeves are then added to each side, and the cardigan is finished with a border, side seam, and fringe.
SIZING + FIT
This pattern is graded for hybrid sizing with positive ease of 5.5-13” / 14-33 cm built in. Sizing is written throughout as (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) and is intended to fit bust circumference (30-34, 36-42, 44-50, 52-58, 60-64)” / (76-86, 91-107, 112-127, 132-147, 152-163) cm. This pattern is graded for 3 lengths. The lengths are written throughout as Length {A, B, C} and are intended to measure {17, 24.5, 32}” / {43, 62, 81} cm in length. Keep in mind that over time the weight of the yarn combined with gravity may naturally add a bit more length.
Modifications: The size and length are easily customizable by working more or less repeats in the leaf or sleeve section. Any modifications made will increase or decrease the amount of yarn needed.
MEASUREMENTS
Measurements are written as Size (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) and are blocked and laid flat.
Bust Circumference = (43, 48, 56.5, 63.5, 70.5)” / (109, 122, 144, 161, 179) cm
Sleeve Circumference = (20, 20, 24, 26, 26)” / (51, 51, 61, 66, 66) cm
Length {A, B, C} (not including fringe) = {17, 24.5, 32}” / {43, 62, 81} cm
PATTERN HELP & QUESTIONS
Send me an email anytime with any questions you may have - Tessa@Tzigns.com.
PATTERN DETAILS
Current version v2.1 - release date June 2026. V2.0 has been tech edited but not re-tested. Original pattern release date June 2021.
COPYRIGHT
©2021 Tessa Herra, Tzigns. All rights reserved. You may not share, alter, redistribute, or sell the pattern text or photos in part or whole electronically or physically. You may sell finished items created using this pattern with credit to Tzigns as the designer, but you may not commercially manufacture any garment made from it. Thank you for respecting the labor, skill and intellectual property.
