Below is a detailed, original, non-copyrighted guide to help you crochet a “September Cardicoat”—a cozy, long cardigan–coat inspired by early-fall textures, drape, and warmth.
You’re free to adjust yarn, stitch patterns, and sizing as desired.

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🧶 How to Crochet a “September” Cardicoat

A cardicoat is a combination of a cardigan and a coat—long, warm, and perfect for layering. This guide walks you through selecting materials, taking measurements, crocheting each panel, assembling, and adding finishing touches.

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🍂 1. Materials

Yarn

• Weight: #4 Worsted or #5 Bulky (bulky gives more coat-like warmth)

• Fiber: Wool blends or acrylic/wool blends for structure

• Yardage:

  • XS–M: 1,000–1,300 yds (worsted) / 750–1,000 yds (bulky)

  • L–1X: 1,300–1,600 yds

  • 2X–4X: 1,600–2,000 yds

Hook

• Size recommended on yarn label (usually 5.5–6.5 mm for bulky)

Notions

• Scissors

• Tapestry needle

• Stitch markers

• Optional: Buttons, belt loops, belt

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✏️ 2. Measurements You Need

You can tailor the fit by using your own measurements:

1. Bust

2. Hip

3. Arm length

4. Wrist circumference

5. Desired coat length (hips? mid-thigh? knee?)

Your foundation chain length = (Bust ÷ 2) + 2 inches of ease

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🧶 3. Stitch Pattern (Suggested)

A cozy early-fall texture:

“September Stitch” (simple textured repeat)

Row 1: HDC (half-double crochet) across
Row 2: HDC in BLO (back loop only)
Repeat Rows 1–2 for a flexible, ribbed texture.

You can substitute with moss stitch, granite stitch, or simple DC depending on preference.

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👕 4. Construction Overview

The cardicoat is made of:

1. Back panel

2. Two front panels

3. Sleeves

4. Collar + front band

5. Optional pockets

Everything is assembled with whip stitch or mattress stitch.

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🧱 5. Crochet Instructions (Detailed)

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A. Back Panel

1. Foundation chain:
   Chain until the width = half your bust measurement + 2–3 inches of ease.

2. Row 1: HDC in 2nd ch from hook and across. Ch 1, turn.

3. Row 2: HDC in BLO across. Ch 1, turn.

4. Continue the September Stitch repeat.

5. Length:
   Work until panel measures your desired coat length (e.g., 30–40 inches).

Fasten off.

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B. Front Panels (Make 2)

1. Foundation chain:
   Chain until width is ½ the back panel width.

2. Work in the same “September Stitch” pattern.

3. Continue until front panels match the height of the back.

Optional shaping for neckline:

• When front panel is 4–6 inches from the top, begin decreasing 1 st every 3 rows on neck side only.

Fasten off.

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C. Sleeves (Make 2)

1. Foundation chain:
   Chain to match wrist circumference + 1 inch.

2. Stitch pattern repeat for 5–7 inches to form a cuff.

3. Increase gently:
   Increase 2 stitches every 6–8 rows until sleeve reaches upper-arm width.

4. Length:
   Continue until sleeve length matches your arm measurement.

Fasten off.

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D. Assembly

1. Attach shoulder seams:
   Place front panels on top of back panel, right sides facing.
   Sew 4–5 inches inward on each side to create shoulder seams.

2. Attach sleeves:
   Find the center of sleeve top → align with shoulder seam.
   Sew sleeve onto armhole evenly.

3. Sew side seams:
   Fold garment right-sides together.
   Sew down sleeve and sides in one continuous seam per side.

Turn right-side out.

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🧣 6. Collar + Front Band (Optional but recommended)

1. Attach yarn to bottom of the right front panel.

2. Work HDC rows evenly up the front, around the neck, and down the other side.

3. Repeat 6–12 rows for a cozy collar/band.

4. You may increase 1 stitch at each neck curve for better shaping.

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👜 7. Pockets (Optional)

1. Chain 20–25 (depending on desired size).

2. Work 12–16 rows in September Stitch.

3. Sew pockets onto lower front panels, 2–3 inches above hem.

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🎀 8. Finishing Touches

• Add buttons along the band (spaced 3–4 inches).

• Add a belt and crocheted belt loops.

• Block lightly for even edges.

• Weave in all ends.

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🌻 9. Customization Ideas

• Use color blocking with earthy “September” tones (rust, olive, cream).

• Add oversized sleeves for a cottagecore look.

• Add a hood by making a rectangle large enough to cover your head and seaming the back.

• Use loop-stitches or bobble rows for dramatic texture.

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✔️ If you’d like…

I can create:

• A row-by-row pattern with exact stitch counts for a specific size

• A printable PDF

• A version using another stitch (moss stitch, waffle, alpine, etc.)

• A chart/diagram style pattern

• A video-friendly step-by-step format

Just tell me your size, yarn weight, and preferred stitch!

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