Louve Cardigan (EN)

The Louve Cardigan by Enida Avdic of yarnS design is a truly stunning and customizable crochet piece that combines timeless granny squares with a contemporary twist. Whether worn as a cardigan or a vest, this design offers endless styling possibilities and a luxurious, handmade feel.

Constructed entirely from granny squares and half granny squares, the pattern uses double-stranded fine weight bamboo yarn for the squares, joined together with plush fur yarn for a cozy and elegant finish. The squares are positioned diagonally to form a dynamic diamond layout, and you can make your piece as colorful or minimalist as you like.

The pattern is designed to be worked using a 3.5 mm crochet hook for the squares and a 4 mm hook for the joining sections. These hook sizes are crucial for achieving the correct gauge and maintaining drape and structure, especially when working with stretchy bamboo yarn.

The Louve Cardigan is available in five inclusive sizes and offers three distinct style versions: a short or long gilet (vest), a jacket, and a full-length cardigan. As a vest, it’s incredibly chic—perfect for layering over long sleeves, turtlenecks, or even summer dresses. The vest version skips the sleeves entirely, making it a quicker, lighter project with a beautiful, flowing silhouette.

Recommended yarn includes Go Handmade’s Tencel Bamboo Fine (60% bamboo, 40% tencel) held double for softness and drape, and Go Handmade Fur Lux (100% polyester) for the fuzzy trim and joining. Yarn quantities vary by size and style—from 550 g to 1,395 g for the body and up to 695 g for sleeves, which you can skip entirely if making the vest version.

This pattern is written in US crochet terms, and includes detailed instructions, connection diagrams, and customization tips. Whether you’re aiming for an eye-catching cardigan or a versatile vest, the Louve design delivers comfort, sophistication, and creative freedom—all in one project.