TICA Crochet Sweater / Cardigan Pattern

Description

Today, I’m excited to share a sweet and charming project with you — one that’s full of thoughtful little details.

And it’s not just any pattern… it’s super versatile. Imagine making two different garments from a single pattern:

✔︎ A sweater with a fun side button closure.
✔︎ Or a cardigan with a classic center button band.

The choice is yours — or you could make both! ?

The TICA Sweater combines three carefully chosen colors that blend beautifully into a unisex, versatile design perfect for babies and little ones.

It’s worked with a fantasy stitch base, alternating with the star stitch for a delicate, elegant finish, and the moss stitch to add softness and texture.

One of my favorite details is the full side button closure. It not only makes dressing your little one easier and more practical but also gives the piece a unique, original touch.

And if at first it seems a bit complicated — don’t worry! With the detailed PDF pattern, step-by-step photos, and video tutorials, I’ll guide you through every stitch so you can enjoy the process and create something beautiful, even if you’re new to crochet.

This project isn’t just about making a sweater — it’s about creating something special with your own hands, a handmade piece woven with memories and love in every thread. 🧶

📥 Download it now in PDF and create a one-of-a-kind sweater with your own hands. 💖

AVAILABLE SIZES

1-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-12 months, 12-24 months, (2-4 years, 4-6 years, 6-8 years)

FINAL MEASUREMENTS

• Width: 22, 24, 26, 28, (30, 31, 33) cm
• Total length: 20, 24, 26, 28 (31, 35, 38) cm

MATERIALS

• ✔︎ Lanasalpaca Just Cotton (50 g = 125 m). DK / Light weight yarn
  • 2, 2, 3, 3, (4, 4, 5) skeins in color A002 – Pearl
  • 1, 1, 1, 1, (1, 2, 2) skeins in color A033 – Old Rose
  • 1 skein in color A029 – Aqua (for all sizes)
• ✔︎ 4 mm crochet hook (or size needed to obtain gauge)
  ✔︎ Stitch markers
  ✔︎ Tapestry needle
  ✔︎ 6 coconut wood buttons, 1.5 cm in diameter

GAUGE

📏 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 in) = 17 sts x 17 rows

We’ll work the gauge swatch using the same stitch pattern as the base of the sweater:

Row 0: Ch 26.

Row 1: Starting in the 3rd ch from hook, work hdc until the end..
Row 2. ch 1, work SS-back until the end.
Row 3: Ch 2, work hdc until the end.

Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until you reach the desired length.

Access the step-by-step online photo and video tutorials by clicking on this link.  These comprehensive guides and your PDF pattern will expertly guide you through your crochet project with clarity and ease.

*I N S T A N T / D O W N L O A D / P D F*

Pattern available in English and Spanish. Once the purchase has been made, you will have instant access to the pattern. Besides, you will receive an email with your purchase receipt and a link to download the pattern. Since the e-mail is automatically generated, check your spam folder if you do not receive it immediately.

– Pattern available in English and Spanish –

Design, images and pattern © 2025 Creativa Atelier by Marta Porcel. All rights reserved.

Please respect the designers and their intellectual property. The pattern is for personal use only. Do not distribute copies in physical or digital formats. This pattern is not permitted to make products for sale, workshops, or any other commercial activity. If you have a question about what you can do, please write to me at marta@creativaatelier.com