Aran Stitch Crochet Cardigan & Hat Pattern

The Aran Stitch Crochet Cardigan & Hat pattern combines intricate textures with a practical design perfect for cooler weather. This stunning crochet project is made using soft RED HEART® Anne Geddes Baby™ yarn, ensuring comfort and warmth for you or your little one. This guide will take you through the process of creating both the cardigan and the matching hat, seamlessly blending style with functionality.

About the Design

This crochet set showcases two different yet complementary items: a cozy cardigan and a stylish hat. The cardigan is detailed with beautiful twisted cable and little bobble patterns that create a lovely texture, while the hat includes matching stitchwork, making it a perfect accessory to complete the outfit. This pattern is an ideal project for those who love texture and enjoy making garments that speak of craftsmanship.

Materials

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Yarn

• RED HEART® Anne Geddes Baby™ (Art. E805)
  • Solid: 3 (4, 4, 5) balls (411 Dolphin)
  • Note: For cardigan only, you will need 2 (3, 3, 4) balls; for hat only, you will need 1 ball.
  • Package yardage:
    • Available in solid 3.5 oz (100 g) 340 yd (310 m)
    • Available in multi 3.0 oz (85 g) 290 yd (265 m)

Crochet Hooks

• Susan Bates® Crochet Hooks:
  • 3.75mm [US F-5]
  • 5.5mm [US I-9]

Other Notions

• Yarn needle
• Locking stitch markers
• Five 3/4” (19 mm) buttons
• Sewing needle and matching thread
• Pompom maker or 2½” (6.5 cm) piece of heavy cardboard (for optional pompom)

Crochet Abbreviations

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• dc: double crochet
• Fpdc: front post double crochet
• 2/2 LC: 2/2 left cable
• Cl: cluster
• *: repeat instructions from asterisk as indicated
• ( ): instructions for specific sizes

Pattern Notes

This pattern requires an understanding of various crochet stitches, including twisted cable and little bobble patterns, and their respective rows. Refer to the stitch pattern section for detailed instructions on how to execute these stitches.

Finished Measurements

The cardigan is sized for a range of measurements:

• For stroller size: Cardigan: 24” (61 cm), Hat: 18” (45.5 cm)
• For 6 months size: Cardigan: 26” (66 cm), Hat: 19” (48.5 cm)
• For 12 months size: Cardigan: 28” (71 cm), Hat: 20” (51 cm)
• For 18 months size: Cardigan: 30” (76 cm), Hat: 21” (53 cm)

Gauge

• In Twisted Cable pattern: 12 sts x 8 rows = 4” (10 cm)
• In Little Bobble pattern: 15 sts x 6 rows = 4” (10 cm)

Construction Overview

The cardigan is constructed with a back panel, left and right fronts, and sleeves worked separately before all pieces are joined. The intricate texture created by the twisted cables and little bobbles ensures that not only is the finished product visually appealing, but it also provides warmth and durability. The hat is a simpler but equally charming accompaniment that utilizes similar stitch patterns to maintain coherence throughout the set.

Cardigan Instructions

Back Panel

1. With larger hook, ch 48 (50, 52, 54) loosely.
2. Set-Up Row (wrong side): Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn—47 (49, 51, 53) sc.

First Rows

3. Row 1 (right side): Ch 1, sc in first 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, Fpdc around next sc; work Row 1 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next sc; work Row 1 of Little Bobble pattern over next 19 sc, Fpdc around next sc; work Row 1 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next sc, sc in last 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, turn—30 (32, 34, 36) sc, 12 Fpdc, and five 4-dc Cls.

4. Row 2 (wrong side): Ch 1, sc in first 5 (6, 7, 8) sc; work Row 2 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in next st; work Row 2 of Little Bobble pattern over next 19 sts, sc in next st; work Row 2 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in last 5 (6, 7, 8) sc, turn—47 (49, 51, 53) sc.

5. Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 3 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 3 of Little Bobble pattern over next 19 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 3 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in last 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, turn—31 (33, 35, 37) sc, 12 Fpdc, and four 4-dc Cls.

6. Row 4: Ch 1, sc in first 5 (6, 7, 8) sc; work Row 4 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, sc in next sc; work Row 4 of Little Bobble pattern over next 19 sc, sc in next sc; work Row 4 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, sc in last 5 (6, 7, 8) sc, turn—47 (49, 51, 53) sc.

7. Row 5: Ch 1, sc in first 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 5 of Twisted Cable pattern in next 8 sts, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 1 of Little Bobble pattern over next 19 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 5 of Twisted Cable pattern in next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in last 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, turn—30 (32, 34, 38) sc, 12 Fpdc, and five 4-dc Cls.

8. Row 6: Ch 1, sc in first 5 (6, 7, 8) sc; work Row 6 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, sc in next sc; work Row 2 of Little Bobble pattern over next 19 sc, sc in next sc; work Row 6 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, sc in last 5 (6, 7, 8) sc, turn—47 (49, 51, 53) sc.

9. Row 7: Ch 1, sc in first 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 3 of Twisted Cable pattern in next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 3 of Little Bobble pattern over next 19 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 3 of Twisted Cable pattern in next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in last 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, turn—31 (33, 35, 37) sc, 12 Fpdc, and four 4-dc Cls.

10. Row 8: Ch 1, sc in first 5 (6, 7, 8) sc; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, sc in next sc; work next row of Little Bobble pattern over next 19 sc, sc in next sc; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, sc in last 5 (6, 7, 8) sc, turn—47 (49, 51, 53) sts.

11. Row 9: Ch 1, sc in first 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Little Bobble pattern over next 19 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in last 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, turn.

12. Repeat Rows 8 and 9, working next row of Twisted Cable and Little Bobble in each row, until piece measures about 5½” (14 cm) from beginning, ending with a wrong side row.

Shape Armholes (Back)

1. Row 1 (right side): Slip st in first 3 sts, ch 1, sc in next 1 (2, 3, 4) sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Little Bobble pattern over next 19 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in last 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, turn—44 (46, 48, 50) sts.

2. Row 2: Slip st in first 3 sts, ch 1, sc in next 2 (3, 4, 5) sc; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in next sc; work next row of Little Bobble pattern over next 19 sc, sc in next sc; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, sc in last 2 (3, 4, 5) sc, turn—41 (43, 45, 47) sts.

3. Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first 1 (2, 3, 4) sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Little Bobble pattern over next 19 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in last 1 (2, 3, 4) sc, turn.

4. Row 4: Ch 1, sc in first 2 (3, 4, 5) sc; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in next sc; work next row of Little Bobble pattern over next 19 sc, sc in next sc; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, sc in last 2 (3, 4, 5) sc, turn.

5. Repeat Rows 3 and 4 until armhole measures about 3 (3½, 4, 4½)” [7.5 (9, 10, 11.5) cm], ending with a wrong side row.

Right Shoulder (Back)

1. Row 1 (right side): Ch 1, sc in first 1 (2, 3, 4) sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in next st, leave remaining sts unworked, turn—12 (13, 14, 15) sts.

2. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first 2 sc; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in last 2 (3, 4, 5) sc, turn.

3. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until right shoulder measures 1” (2.5 cm), ending with a right side row. Fasten off.

Left Shoulder (Back)

1. Row 1 (right side): With right side facing, skip next 17 sts, join yarn with sc in next st, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in last 1 (2, 3, 4) sc, turn—12 (13, 14, 15) sts.

2. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first 2 (3, 4, 5) sts; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in last 2 sts, turn.

3. Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in last sc, turn.

4. Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until left shoulder measures 1” (2.5 cm), ending with a right side row. Fasten off.

Left Front

1. With larger hook, ch 25 (26, 27, 28) loosely.
2. Set-Up Row (wrong side): Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn—24 (25, 26, 27) sc.

First Rows

3. Row 1 (right side): Ch 1, sc in first 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, Fpdc around next sc; work Row 1 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, Fpdc around next sc; work Row 1 of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sc, Fpdc around next sc, sc in last 2 sc, turn—15 (16, 17, 18) sc, 7 Fpdc, and two 4-dc Cls.

4. Row 2 (wrong side): Ch 1, sc in first 3 sts; work Row 2 of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sts, sc in next st; work Row 2 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in last 5 (6, 7, 8) sts, turn—24 (25, 26, 27) sc.

5. Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 3 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 3 of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in last 2 sc, turn—24 (25, 26, 27) sts.

6. Row 4: Ch 1, sc in first 3 sts; work Row 4 of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sts, sc in next st; work Row 4 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in last 5 (6, 7, 8) sts, turn.

7. Row 5: Ch 1, sc in first 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 5 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 1 of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in last 2 sc, turn.

8. Row 6: Ch 1, sc in first 3 sts; work Row 2 of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sts, sc in next st; work Row 6 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in last 5 (6, 7, 8) sts, turn.

9. Row 7: Ch 1, sc in first 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 3 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 3 of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in last 2 sc, turn.

10. Row 8: Ch 1, sc in first 3 sts; work next row of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sts, sc in next st; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in last 5 (6, 7, 8) sts, turn.

11. Row 9: Ch 1, sc in first 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in last 2 sc, turn.

12. Repeat Rows 8 and 9, working next row of Twisted Cable and Little Bobble in each row, until piece measures about 5½” (14 cm) from beginning, ending with a wrong side row.

Shape Armhole (Left Front)

1. Row 1 (right side): Slip st in first 3 sts, ch 1, sc in next 1 (2, 3, 4) sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sc, Fpdc around next sc, sc in last 2 sc, turn—12 (13, 14, 15) sc, 7 Fpdc, and two 4-dc Cls.

2. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first 3 sts; work Row 2 of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sts, sc in next st; work Row 2 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in last 2 (3, 4, 5) sts, turn—21 (22, 23, 24) sc.

3. Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first 1 (2, 3, 4) sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in last 2 sc, turn—21 (22, 23, 24) sts.

4. Row 4: Ch 1, sc in first 3 sts; work next row of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sts, sc in next st; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in last 2 (3, 4, 5) sts, turn.

5. Repeat Rows 3 and 4 until armhole measures about 2 (2½, 3, 4)” [5 (6.5, 7.5, 10) cm], ending with a right side row.

Neck Shaping (Left Front)

1. Next Row (wrong side): Slip st in first 9 sts, sc in next 2 sts, work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in last 2 (3, 4, 5) sts, turn—12 (13, 14, 15) sc.

2. Next Row (right side): Ch 1, sc in first 1 (2, 3, 4) sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in last sc, turn—12 (13, 14, 15) sts.

3. Next Row: Ch 1, sc in first 2 sts, work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in last 2 (3, 4, 5) sts, turn—12 (13, 14, 15) sc.

4. Repeat last 2 rows until left front measures same length as back at shoulder. Fasten off.

Right Front

1. With larger hook, ch 25 (26, 27, 28) loosely.
2. Set-Up Row (wrong side): Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn—24 (25, 26, 27) sc.

First Rows

3. Row 1 (right side): Ch 1, sc in first 2 sc, Fpdc around next sc; work Row 1 of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sc, Fpdc around next sc; work Row 1 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next sc, sc in last 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, turn—15 (16, 17, 18) sc, 7 Fpdc, and two 4-dc Cls.

4. Row 2 (wrong side): Ch 1, sc in first 5 (6, 7, 8) sts; work Row 2 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in next st; work Row 2 of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sts, sc in last 3 sts, turn—24 (25, 26, 27) sc.

5. Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first 2 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 3 of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 3 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in last 4 (5, 6, 7) sc, turn—24 (25, 26, 27) sts.

Armhole Shaping (Right Front)

1. Row 1 (right side): Ch 1, sc in first 2 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in next 1 (2, 3, 4) sc, leave last 3 st unworked, turn—21 (22, 23, 24) sts.

2. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first 2 (3, 4, 5) sts; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in next st, work next row of Little Bobble pattern over next 7 sts, sc in last 3 sts, turn.

Sleeve Instructions (make 2)

1. With larger hook, ch 23 (25, 29, 33) loosely.
2. Set-Up Row (wrong side): Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn—22 (24, 28, 32) sc.

Body of Sleeve

1. Row 1 (right side): Ch 1, sc in first 6 (7, 9, 11) sc, place marker on last st made, Fpdc around next sc; work Row 1 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, Fpdc around next sc, sc in next sc, place marker on last st made, sc in last 5 (6, 8, 10) sc, turn—16 (18, 20, 26) sc and 6 Fpdc. Move markers up as each row is completed.

2. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first 7 (8, 10, 12) sts; work Row 2 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in last 7 (8, 10, 12) sts, turn—22 (24, 28, 32) sc.

3. Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first 6 (7, 9, 11) sc, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 3 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in last 6 (7, 9, 11) sc, turn—22 (24, 28, 32) sts.

4. Row 4: Ch 1, 2 (1, 1, 1) sc in first st, sc in each st to marked st, sc in marked st, sc in next st; work Row 4 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in each st to last st, 2 (1, 1, 1) sc in last sc, turn—24 (24, 28, 32) sts.

5. Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each st to marked st, sc in marked st, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 5 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in each remaining st, turn.

6. Row 6: Ch 1, 1 (2, 2, 1) sc in first st, sc in each st to marked st, sc in marked st, sc in next st; work Row 6 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in each st to last st, 1 (2, 2, 1) sc in last st, turn—24 (26, 30, 32) sts.

7. Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each st to marked st, sc in marked st, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work Row 3 of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in each remaining st, turn.

8. Row 8: Ch 1, 2 (1, 1, 2) sc in first st, sc in each st to marked st, sc in marked st, sc in next st; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in each st to last st, 2 (1, 1, 2) sc in last sc, turn—26 (26, 30, 34) sts.

9. Rows 9–28: Repeat Rows 5–8 five times—34 (36, 40, 44) sts at end of Row 28.

10. Next Row (right side): Ch 1, sc in each st to marked st, sc in marked st, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in each remaining st, turn.

11. Next Row: Ch 1, sc in each st to marked st, sc in marked st, sc in next st; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in each remaining st, turn.

12. Next Row: Ch 1, sc in each st to marked st, sc in marked st, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, Fpdc around next Fpdc 2 rows below, sc in each remaining st, turn.

13. Next Row: Ch 1, sc in each st to marked st, sc in marked st, sc in next st; work next row of Twisted Cable pattern over next 8 sts, sc in each remaining st, turn.

14. Repeat last 4 rows until sleeve measures 6 (7, 8, 10)” [15 (18, 20.5, 25.5) cm], ending with a right side row. Fasten off.

Cuff

1. Row 1 (right side): With right side of Row 1 facing and smaller hook, and working in opposition side of foundation ch, draw up a loop in first st, ch 3 (counts as first dc here and throughout), evenly space 23 (25, 27, 29) dc across, turn—24 (26, 28, 30) dc.

2. Rows 2 and 3: Ch 2 (counts as first hdc here and throughout), *Bpdc around next st, Fpdc around next st; repeat from * across to last st, hdc in top of beginning ch, turn—24 (26, 28, 30) sts.

3. Finishing: Sew fronts to back at shoulders. Sew side seams.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials do I need for the Aran Stitch Crochet Cardigan & Hat pattern?

You will need 3 (4, 4, 5) balls of RED HEART® Anne Geddes Baby™ yarn (411 Dolphin), Susan Bates® crochet hooks in sizes 3.75mm [US F-5] and 5.5mm [US I-9], a yarn needle, locking stitch markers, five 3/4” (19 mm) buttons, a sewing needle with matching thread, and a pompom maker or a piece of heavy cardboard.

How many sizes are available in this pattern?

The pattern includes sizes for stroller, 6 months, 12 months, and 18 months, giving flexibility for your little one to grow with this adorable set.

Is assembly required for this pattern?

Yes, assembly is required for both the cardigan and the hat. The pieces are worked separately and then sewn together.

What crochet stitches are used in this pattern?

The Aran Stitch Crochet pattern involves several stitches, including single crochet, double crochet, front post double crochet, and also features unique stitch patterns like twisted cable and little bobble.

Does this pattern contain a border or edging?

Yes, the instructions for the cuff, ribbing, neckband, and brim provide details on how to finish your garment and add those final touches for functionality and style.

Conclusion

The Aran Stitch Crochet Cardigan & Hat pattern provides a robust project that melds crochet skills with stylish design. With unique stitch patterns that add character while maintaining warmth and comfort, this set is perfect for the crochet enthusiast looking to create handmade garments with a personal touch. Grab your materials and enjoy the crafting journey!