Maya Hexagon Cardigan – Free Pattern!

I am thrilled to share my new pattern with you! I have always admired those classic granny stitch hexagon cardigans that seem to be everywhere. Drawing inspiration from them, I took a dive into creating my own Tunisian crochet hexagon cardigan. If you’re new to this, you’ll be surprised—it’s made from just two hexagons!

One of the highlights of this design is the seamless join achieved by grafting Tunisian knit stitches. This cardigan also marks a personal milestone as my very first cardigan design. If you’re familiar with working in the round, you’ll find this cardigan a breeze to make.

You might recognize the colors from my Three Little Kittens Blanket. This cardigan turned out to be a happy accident because I wanted to use up the leftover yarn from the blanket—I had ordered a lot! I love how it turned out, and it has quickly become one of my favorite pieces. I’ve worn it a few times, and I’ve received so many compliments. Now, all my friends want me to make one for them too!

You can plan your colors or use up your scraps—this pattern will look great no matter what you choose!

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Pattern

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Tunisian-In-The-Round

Tunisian-in-the-round involves working in a continuous spiral with a double-ended hook, using one color for the forward pass and another for the return pass. If you’re new to this technique, I have a course that explains it in detail.

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What you will need (with clickable affiliate links)

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in at least two colors. 
  • I used KnitPicks Brava Worsted yarn in colors Black, Sienna, Cream, Brindle, and Almond. The pictured cardigan is made using 5 colors. See the Sizing section for yardage. Use coupon CARDICAL to get a 20% discount valid until 8/20/24.
• Hook: A double ended Tunisian crochet hook that meets gauge. Use coupon KKCALDENISE15% to get a 15% discount. 
  • I built a double ended hook using the following two hook sizes:
    • 8 mm (L – 11) for the forward pass.
    • 6.5 mm (K – 10.5) for the return pass.
  • If you’re planning to add the bottom extension to this pattern, you will also need an 8 mm (L-11) hook with a cable since that part is worked flat.
• Scissors
• Measuring Tape
• Tapestry needle to weave in tails
• 6 Stitch markers
• Yarn bowl (optional)

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Experience Level

Intermediate – This pattern assumes you are familiar with the basics of starting and finishing a Tunisian crochet project, as well as working in the round.

Size

This pattern is written for the smallest size with changes for larger sizes in parentheses. Please see the sizing chart below before you choose your size – XS (S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X).

This pattern is designed for a more fitted look, not an oversized fit. Please refer to the picture to see the intended fit. If you prefer an oversized fit, simply go up one size. This will give you the extra room you’re looking for while maintaining the style of the design.

The yarn quantities provided are approximate. Should you opt for a different size or if there are variations in your yarn, hook size, crochet technique, or gauge, the amount of yarn you require could be more or less than specified below.

Size	Fits Actual Bust Measurement	Yardage
XS	28” – 30”	Black: 10.6 oz / 301 g / 658 yds / 602 m – 4 skein(s) Sienna: 1.1 oz / 31 g / 68 yds / 62 m – 1 skein(s) Brindle: 3.3 oz / 94 g / 206 yds / 188 m – 1 skein(s) Almond: 3 oz / 86 g / 188 yds / 172 m – 1 skein(s) Cream: 1.7 oz / 49 g / 107 yds / 98 m – 1 skein(s)
S/M	32” – 38”	Black: 13.6 oz / 385 g / 842 yds / 770 m – 4 skein(s) Sienna: 1.1 oz / 31 g / 68 yds / 62 m – 1 skein(s) Brindle: 4.2 oz / 118 g / 258 yds / 236 m – 2 skein(s) Almond: 4.3 oz / 121 g / 265 yds / 242 m – 2 skein(s) Cream: 2.2 oz / 63 g / 138 yds / 126 m – 1 skein(s)
L/XL	40” – 46”	Black: 16.9 oz / 479 g / 1048 yds / 958 m – 5 skein(s) Sienna: 1.1 oz / 31 g / 68 yds / 62 m – 1 skein(s) Brindle: 5.6 oz / 158 g / 346 yds / 316 m – 2 skein(s) Almond: 5.3 oz / 150 g / 328 yds / 300 m – 2 skein(s) Cream: 2.8 oz / 78 g / 171 yds / 156 m – 1 skein(s)
2X/3X	48” – 54”	Black: 22.3 oz / 633 g / 1385 yds / 1266 m – 7 skein(s) Sienna: 1.1 oz / 31 g / 68 yds / 62 m – 1 skein(s) Brindle: 6.6 oz / 188 g / 411 yds / 376 m – 2 skein(s) Almond: 6.8 oz / 194 g / 424 yds / 388 m – 2 skein(s) Cream: 4.4 oz / 125 g / 273 yds / 250 m – 2 skein(s)
4X/5X	56” – 62”	Black: 28.2 oz / 800 g / 1750 yds / 1600 m – 9 skein(s) Sienna: 1.1 oz / 31 g / 68 yds / 62 m – 1 skein(s) Brindle: 8.3 oz / 236 g / 516 yds / 472 m – 3 skein(s) Almond: 8.1 oz / 230 g / 503 yds / 460 m – 3 skein(s) Cream: 6.6 oz / 186 g / 407 yds / 372 m – 2 skein(s)

Colors

C1: Black
C2: Sienna
C3: Brindle
C4: Almond
C5: Cream

The colors mentioned below are the ones I used for the cardigan shown in the pictures. This pattern provides an excellent opportunity to use up your yarn scraps or experiment with different color combinations. Keep in mind that if you decide to make any changes to the colors, the yardage listed in the pattern may not be accurate for your project.

Step 1: Hexagons

Round(s)	Colors
1 – 11 (12, 14, 15, 16)	FP – C2, RP – C1
12 (13, 15, 16, 17) – 22 (24, 27, 29, 32)	FP – C3, RP – C1
23 (25, 28, 30, 33) – 30 (34, 38, 42, 46)	FP – C4, RP – C1
31 (35, 39, 43, 47)	FP – C5, RP – C1

Step 2: Sleeves

Round(s)	Colors
1 – 22	FP – C5, RP – C1
23 – 27	FP – C1, RP – C1

Step 3: Shoulder and back seam – all seaming is done using the color C5.

Step 4: Border – all rounds are made with FP – C5, RP – C1.

Step 5: Bottom Extension – this step is worked flat with the color C1.

Abbreviations

1. ch – chain
2. fs – First Stitch – Skip the first vertical bar of the previous row (the one right under the one on the hook). The loop on the hook will count as the first stitch for every row. 
3. ls – Last Stitch – Pick up the two vertical bars of the last stitch of the previous row, yarn over, pull through both the vertical bars into a loop on the hook.
4. sts – stitch(es)
5. tfs – Tunisian Full Stitch –  Insert hook into the next space between two stitches, yarn over, pull up a loop on the hook.
6. tks – Tunisian Knit Stitch – Insert hook in the space between the two vertical bars of the next stitch, pull up a loop on the hook.
7. trs – Tunisian Reverse Stitch –  Insert hook in the back vertical bar, yarn over, pull up a loop on the hook.
8. tss – Tunisian Simple Stitch– Insert hook in the vertical bar, yarn over, pull up a loop on the hook.
9. twtks – Twisted Tunisian Knit Stitch – Insert hook in between the 2 vertical bars in the opposite direction, yarn over, pull up a loop on the hook.
10. twtss – Twisted Tunisian Simple Stitch (twisted upwards) – Insert hook in the vertical bar in the opposite direction, yarn over, pull up a loop on the hook.
11. twtss-twtks – Twisted Tunisian Simple Stitch and Twisted Tunisian Knit Stitch in the same stitch
12. tks-tss – Tunisian Knit Stitch and Tunisian Simple Stitch in the same stitch.
13. trsdec – Tunisian Reverse Stitch Decrease – Insert hook into the back vertical bars of the next two stitches , yarn over, pull up a loop through both the vertical bars.
14. yo – yarn over
15. FP – Forward Pass
16. RP – Return Pass

Gauge

After completing 14 rounds, each hexagon edge should measure 7” (18 cms).

Construction

This cardigan comes together in five steps, with the last one being optional.

Step 1: Make two hexagons
Step 2: Add sleeves – Fold the hexagons to create the shape, then add the sleeves.

Step 3: Seam the shoulders and the back.
Step 4: Crochet a border around the joined hexagons.
Step 5: Extend the bottom. 

Pattern Notes

1. This pattern is written in English / US terms.
2. It’s important to note that the hexagons will not lie flat. This isn’t a mistake; it’s part of the design. This characteristic allows them to fold into the ‘L’ shape, forming the two sides of the cardigan.
3. Here’s how the construction breaks down:
   1. The hexagons, sleeves, and border (steps 1, 2, and 4) are worked in a round, following a continuous spiral.
   2. Step 5 is worked flat.
4. The specific instructions for the forward and return passes are not included in the written instructions, as they are detailed separately in the document above.

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Left Handed

Right Handed

Instructions

STEP 1: Hexagons (make 2)

#			Instructions
1			In a magic ring, *pick up a loop, chain 1; repeat from * until you have 6 loops on the hook. * For the specific colors used, please refer to the Colors section.
2			(tks, tfs) * 6
3			(2 tks, tfs) * 6
4			(twtss-twtks, tks, tks-tss) * 6
5			(twtss-twtks, 3 tks, tks-tss) * 6
6			XS: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 2, trs, tks-tss) * 6 S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 5 tks, tks-tss) * 6
7			XS, S/M: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 3, trs, tks-tss) * 6 L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 7 tks, tks-tss) * 6
8			XS, S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 4, trs, tks-tss) * 6 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 9 tks, tks-tss) * 6
9			XS: (twtss-twtks, 11 tks, tks-tss) * 6 S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 5, trs, tks-tss) * 6
10			XS, S/M: (twtss-twtks, 13 tks, tks-tss) * 6 L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 6, trs, tks-tss) * 6
11			XS, S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X: (twtss-twtks, 15 tks, tks-tss) * 6 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 7, trs, tks-tss) * 6
12			XS: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 8, trs, tks-tss) * 6 S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 17 tks, tks-tss) * 6
13			XS, L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 19 tks, tks-tss) * 6 S/M: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 9, trs, tks-tss) * 6
14			All sizes: (twtss-twtks, 21 tks, tks-tss) * 6
15			XS, S/M, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 23 tks, tks-tss) * 6 L/XL: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 11, trs, tks-tss) * 6 Reminder: Pause to check gauge after completing this round.
16			XS, S/M, L/XL, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 25 tks, tks-tss) * 6 2X/3X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 12, trs, tks-tss) * 6
17			XS, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 13, trs, tks-tss) * 6 S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X: (twtss-twtks, 27 tks, tks-tss) * 6
18			XS: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 14, trs, tks-tss) * 6 S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 29 tks, tks-tss) * 6
19			XS, S/M: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 15, trs, tks-tss) * 6 L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 31 tks, tks-tss) * 6
20			XS, L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 33 tks, tks-tss) * 6 S/M: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 16, trs, tks-tss) * 6
21			XS, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 35 tks, tks-tss) * 6 S/M, L/XL: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 17, trs, tks-tss) * 6
22			XS, S/M, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 37 tks, tks-tss) * 6 L/XL: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 18, trs, tks-tss) * 6
23			XS, L/XL, 2X/3X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 19, trs, tks-tss) * 6 S/M, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 39 tks, tks-tss) * 6
24			XS, S/M, L/XL, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 41 tks, tks-tss) * 6 2X/3X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 20, trs, tks-tss) * 6
25			XS, L/XL: (twtss-twtks, 43 tks, tks-tss) * 6 S/M, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 21, trs, tks-tss) * 6
26			XS, S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X: (twtss-twtks, 45 tks, tks-tss) * 6 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 22, trs, tks-tss) * 6
27			XS, S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X: (twtss-twtks, 47 tks, tks-tss) * 6 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 23, trs, tks-tss) * 6
28			XS, L/XL: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 24, trs, tks-tss) * 6 S/M, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 49 tks, tks-tss) * 6
29			All sizes: (twtss-twtks, 51 tks, tks-tss) * 6
30			XS, S/M, L/XL, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 53 tks, tks-tss) * 6 2X/3X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 26, trs, tks-tss) * 6
31			XS, S/M: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 27, trs, tks-tss) * 6; Size XS is complete. Continue with Sleeves.  L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 55 tks, tks-tss) * 6
32			All sizes: (twtss-twtks, 57 tks, tks-tss) * 6
33			S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X: (twtss-twtks, 59 tks, tks-tss) * 6 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 29, trs, tks-tss) * 6
34			S/M, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 61 tks, tks-tss) * 6 L/XL: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 30, trs, tks-tss) * 6
35			S/M: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 31, trs, tks-tss) * 6; Size S/M is complete. Continue with Sleeves. L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 63 tks, tks-tss) * 6
36			All sizes: (twtss-twtks, 65 tks, tks-tss) * 6
37			L/XL, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 67 tks, tks-tss) * 6 2X/3X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 33, trs, tks-tss) * 6
38			All sizes: (twtss-twtks, 69 tks, tks-tss) * 6
39			L/XL: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 35, trs, tks-tss) * 6; Size L/XL is complete. Continue with sleeves. 2X/3X, 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 71 tks, tks-tss) * 6
40			2X/3X: (twtss-twtks, 73 tks, tks-tss) * 6 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 36, trs, tks-tss) * 6
41			All sizes: (twtss-twtks, 75 tks, tks-tss) * 6
42			All sizes: (twtss-twtks, 77 tks, tks-tss) * 6
43			2X/3X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 39, trs, tks-tss) * 6; Size 2X/3X is complete. Continue with sleeves. 4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 79 tks, tks-tss) * 6
44			4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 81 tks, tks-tss) * 6
45			4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 83 tks, tks-tss) * 6
46			4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, 85 tks, tks-tss) * 6
47			4X/5X: (twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 43, trs, tks-tss) * 6; Size 4X/5X is complete. Continue with sleeves.

STEP 2: Sleeves (make on both hexagons)

#		Instructions
1		59 (67, 75, 83, 91) tks * For the specific colors used, please refer to the Colors section.
2 – 5		Fold the edge you worked on and continue working in a round around the same edge – Repeat Round 1
6		(tks, trs) * 29 (33, 37, 41, 45), tks
7		(trs, tks) * 29 (33, 37, 41, 45), trs
8		Repeat Round 6
9 – 13		Repeat Round 1
14		Repeat Round 6
15 – 19		Repeat Round 1
20		Repeat Round 6
21		Repeat Round 7
22		Repeat Round 6
23		XS, 2X/3X: tks, (tks, trsdec) * 19 (27), tks S/M, 4X/5X: (tks, trsdec) * 22 (30), tks L/XL: (tks, trsdec) * 25
24		XS, L/XL, 2X/3X: trsdec * 20 (25, 28)  S/M, 4X/5X: trsdec * 22 (30), trs Note: After this round, slide the sleeve onto your arm to check the size of the cuff. If it feels too tight, you can reduce the number of decreases as needed to ensure a comfortable fit.
25		XS, 2X/3X: (tks, trs) * 10 (14)  S/M, L/XL, 4X/5X: (tks, trs) * 11 (12, 15), tks
26		XS, 2X/3X: (trs, tks) * 10 (14)  S/M, L/XL, 4X/5X: (trs, tks) * 11 (12, 15), trs
27		Repeat Round 25. This is the bind off round. You will make a slip stitch every time you pick up a loop on your hook. Fasten off and weave in ends.

STEP 3 – Shoulder and back seam

1. Seam the back using the grafting method to graft knit stitches.
2. Seam the shoulders using the grafting method to graft knit stitches. Leave 7 stitches (equivalent to 2 inches) on both sides for the neck opening.

 * Note: You are welcome to choose a different method for seaming if you’d like.

STEP 4 – Border 

Hexagon A will be referred to as HA, and Hexagon B as HB in the instructions provided.

To get started, you’ll notice that the black dots in the image below indicate the starting points

• Right-handed crocheters: Start from the point marked by the black dot on Hexagon A.
• Left-handed crocheters: Begin from the point marked by the black dot on Hexagon B. Please note that HA and HB will be swapped in the instructions that follow.

#		Instructions
1		All sizes: twtss-twtks, 58 (66, 74, 82, 90) tks (HA – front edge), 7 tks (HA – top edge at the front), tks (HA – shoulder seam), 7 tks (HA – top edge at the back), tks (back seam), 7 tks (HB – top edge at the back), tks (HB – shoulder seam), 7 tks (HB – top edge at the front), 58 (66, 74, 82, 90) tks, tks-tss (HB – front edge), twtss-twtks, 58 (66, 74, 82, 90) tks (HB – bottom edge), tks (back seam), 58 (66, 74, 82, 90) tks, tks-tss (HA – bottom edge) * For the specific colors used, please refer to the Colors section.
2		XS: twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 74, trs, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 59, trs, tks-tss (back bottom) S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 165 (181, 197, 213) tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 135 (151, 167, 183) tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
3		XS:  Bind off using the following instructions: twtss, (trs, tks) * 75, trs, tss (the front edges and the neck) If you wish to add the bottom extension, skip to Step 5. To complete your cardigan now, bind off using the following instructions: twtss, (tks, trs) * 75, trs, tss (back bottom), fasten off and weave in all ends. S/M, L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X:  twtss-twtks, 167 (183, 199, 215) tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 137 (153, 169, 185) tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
4		S/M:  twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 84, trs, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 69, trs, tks-tss (back bottom) L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 185 (201, 217) tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 155 (171, 187) tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
5		S/M:  Bind off using the following instructions: twtss, (trs, tks) * 85, trs, tss (the front edges and the neck) If you wish to add the bottom extension, skip to Step 5. To complete your cardigan now, bind off using the following instructions: twtss, (trs, tks) * 70, trs, tss (back bottom), fasten off and weave in all ends. L/XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 187 (203, 219) tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 157 (173, 189) tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
6		L/XL: twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 94, trs, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 79, trs, tks-tss (back bottom) 2X/3X, 4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 205 (221) tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 175 (191) tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
7		L/XL: Bind off using the following instructions: twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 95, trs, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck) If you wish to add the bottom extension, skip to Step 5. To complete your cardigan now, bind off using the following instructions: twtss, (trs, tks) * 80, trs, tss (back bottom), fasten off and weave in all ends.  2X/3X, 4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 207 (223) tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 177 (193) tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
8		2X/3X, 4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 209 (225) tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 179 (195) tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
9		2X/3X, 4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 211 (227) tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 181 (197) tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
10		2X/3X, 4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 213 (229) tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 183 (199) tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
11		2X/3X, 4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 215 (231) tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 185 (201) tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
12		2X/3X, 4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 217 (233) tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 187 (203) tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
13		2X/3X, 4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 219 (235) tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 189 (205) tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
14		2X/3X: twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 110, trs, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 95, trs, tks-tss (back bottom) 4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 237 tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 207 tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
15		Size 2X/3X: Bind off using the following instructions: twtss, (trs, tks) *111,  trs, tss (the front edges and the neck) If you wish to add the bottom extension, skip to Step 5. To complete your cardigan now, bind off using the following instructions:  twtss, (trs, tks) * 96, trs, tss (back bottom), fasten off and weave in all ends. 4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 239 tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 209 tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
16		4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 241 tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 211 tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
17		4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 243 tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 213 tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
18		4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 245 tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 215 tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
19		4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 247 tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 217 tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
20		4X/5X: twtss-twtks, 249 tks, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, 219 tks, tks-tss (back bottom)
21		4X/5X: twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 125, trs, tks-tss (the front edges and the neck), twtss-twtks, (trs, tks) * 110, trs, tks-tss (back bottom)
22		4X/5X: Bind off using the following instructions: twtss, (trs, tks) * 126,  trs, tss (the front edges and the neck) If you wish to add the bottom extension, skip to Step 5. To complete your cardigan now, bind off using the following instructions:twtss, (trs, tks) * 111, trs, tss (back bottom), fasten off and weave in all ends.

STEP 5 – Bottom extension

This part is worked flat and does not require a double ended hook. You will need a hook with a cord and a stopper instead. This section adds approximately 7.5 cm / 3″ of length. To add or subtract length, increase or decrease rows in section “Rows 2-7”.

#		Instructions
1		twtss, (trs, tks) * 60 (70, 80, 96, 111), trs, tss
2 – 7		fs, 121 (141, 161, 193, 223) tks, ls
8		fs, trsdec, 117 (137, 157, 189, 219) tks, trsdec, ls
9		fs, (trs, tks) * 59 (69, 79, 95, 110), trs, ls
10		fs, (tks, trs) * 59 (69, 79, 95, 110), tks, ls
11		Repeat Row 9. This is the bind off row. You will make a slip stitch every time you pick up a loop on your hook. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Blocking

Before wearing your cardigan, I highly recommend blocking the border and bottom extension to prevent any curling. If you’d like, you can block other parts of the cardigan as well. This process might loosen the stitches and make your cardigan slightly larger. For my own cardigan, I chose to steam block it since I used acrylic yarn and lightly blocked all sections.

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