{"id":2398,"date":"2025-12-07T10:19:40","date_gmt":"2025-12-07T10:19:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/?p=2398"},"modified":"2025-12-07T10:19:40","modified_gmt":"2025-12-07T10:19:40","slug":"%f0%9f%a7%b6-how-to-crochet-a-september-cardicoat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/?p=2398","title":{"rendered":"🧶 How to Crochet a \u201cSeptember\u201d Cardicoat"},"content":{"rendered":"

Below is a detailed, original, non-copyrighted guide<\/strong> to help you crochet a \u201cSeptember Cardicoat<\/strong>\u201d\u2014a cozy, long cardigan\u2013coat inspired by early-fall textures, drape, and warmth.
You\u2019re free to adjust yarn, stitch patterns, and sizing as desired.<\/p>\n

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🧶 How to Crochet a \u201cSeptember\u201d Cardicoat<\/strong><\/h1>\n

A cardicoat<\/em> is a combination of a cardigan and a coat\u2014long, warm, and perfect for layering. This guide walks you through selecting materials, taking measurements, crocheting each panel, assembling, and adding finishing touches.<\/p>\n

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🍂 1. Materials<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Yarn<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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    Weight:<\/strong> #4 Worsted or #5 Bulky (bulky gives more coat-like warmth)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Fiber:<\/strong> Wool blends or acrylic\/wool blends for structure<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Yardage:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      XS\u2013M: 1,000\u20131,300 yds (worsted) \/ 750\u20131,000 yds (bulky)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      L\u20131X: 1,300\u20131,600 yds<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      2X\u20134X: 1,600\u20132,000 yds<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Hook<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        Size recommended on yarn label (usually 5.5\u20136.5 mm<\/strong> for bulky)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Notions<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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          Scissors<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Tapestry needle<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Stitch markers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Optional: Buttons, belt loops, belt<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          ✏️ 2. Measurements You Need<\/strong><\/h1>\n

          You can tailor the fit by using your own measurements:<\/p>\n

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            Bust<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Hip<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Arm length<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Wrist circumference<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Desired coat length<\/strong> (hips? mid-thigh? knee?)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Your foundation chain length = (Bust \u00f7 2) + 2 inches of ease<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            🧶 3. Stitch Pattern (Suggested)<\/strong><\/h1>\n

            A cozy early-fall texture:<\/p>\n

            \u201cSeptember Stitch\u201d (simple textured repeat)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

            Row 1: HDC (half-double crochet) across<\/em>
            Row 2: HDC in BLO (back loop only)<\/em>
            Repeat Rows 1\u20132 for a flexible, ribbed texture.<\/p>\n

            You can substitute with moss stitch, granite stitch, or simple DC depending on preference.<\/p>\n

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            👕 4. Construction Overview<\/strong><\/h1>\n

            The cardicoat is made of:<\/p>\n

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              Back panel<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Two front panels<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Sleeves<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Collar + front band<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Optional pockets<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              Everything is assembled with whip stitch or mattress stitch.<\/p>\n

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              🧱 5. Crochet Instructions (Detailed)<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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              A. Back Panel<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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                Foundation chain:<\/strong>
                Chain until the width = half your bust measurement + 2\u20133 inches<\/strong> of ease.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                Row 1:<\/strong> HDC in 2nd ch from hook and across. Ch 1, turn.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                Row 2:<\/strong> HDC in BLO across. Ch 1, turn.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                Continue the September Stitch repeat.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                Length:<\/strong>
                Work until panel measures your desired coat length<\/strong> (e.g., 30\u201340 inches).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                Fasten off.<\/p>\n

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                B. Front Panels (Make 2)<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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                  Foundation chain:<\/strong>
                  Chain until width is \u00bd the back panel width<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  Work in the same \u201cSeptember Stitch\u201d pattern.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  Continue until front panels match the height of the back.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  Optional shaping for neckline:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                    When front panel is 4\u20136 inches from the top, begin decreasing 1 st every 3 rows on neck side only.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    Fasten off.<\/p>\n

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                    C. Sleeves (Make 2)<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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                      Foundation chain:<\/strong>
                      Chain to match wrist circumference<\/strong> + 1 inch.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                      Stitch pattern repeat for 5\u20137 inches<\/strong> to form a cuff.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                      Increase gently:<\/strong>
                      Increase 2 stitches every 6\u20138 rows until sleeve reaches upper-arm width.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                      Length:<\/strong>
                      Continue until sleeve length matches your arm measurement.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                      Fasten off.<\/p>\n

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                      D. Assembly<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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                        Attach shoulder seams:<\/strong>
                        Place front panels on top of back panel, right sides facing.
                        Sew 4\u20135 inches inward on each side to create shoulder seams.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                        Attach sleeves:<\/strong>
                        Find the center of sleeve top \u2192 align with shoulder seam.
                        Sew sleeve onto armhole evenly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                        Sew side seams:<\/strong>
                        Fold garment right-sides together.
                        Sew down sleeve and sides in one continuous seam per side.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                        Turn right-side out.<\/p>\n

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                        🧣 6. Collar + Front Band (Optional but recommended)<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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                          Attach yarn to bottom of the right front panel.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                          Work HDC rows<\/strong> evenly up the front, around the neck, and down the other side.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                          Repeat 6\u201312 rows for a cozy collar\/band.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                          You may increase 1 stitch at each neck curve for better shaping.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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                          👜 7. Pockets (Optional)<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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                            Chain 20\u201325 (depending on desired size).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                            Work 12\u201316 rows in September Stitch.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                            Sew pockets onto lower front panels, 2\u20133 inches above hem.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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                            🎀 8. Finishing Touches<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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                              Add buttons along the band (spaced 3\u20134 inches).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                              Add a belt and crocheted belt loops.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                              Block lightly for even edges.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                              Weave in all ends.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                              🌻 9. Customization Ideas<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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                                Use color blocking<\/em> with earthy \u201cSeptember\u201d tones (rust, olive, cream).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                Add oversized sleeves for a cottagecore look.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                Add a hood by making a rectangle large enough to cover your head and seaming the back.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                Use loop-stitches or bobble rows for dramatic texture.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                                ✔️ If you’d like\u2026<\/strong><\/h1>\n

                                I can create:<\/p>\n

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                                  A row-by-row pattern with exact stitch counts<\/strong> for a specific size<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                  A printable PDF<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                  A version using another stitch (moss stitch, waffle, alpine, etc.)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                  A chart\/diagram style pattern<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                  A video-friendly step-by-step format<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                  Just tell me your size<\/strong>, yarn weight<\/strong>, and preferred stitch<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

                                  Watch tutorial:<\/p>\n