Create a pretty, lightweight crochet cardigan with the Begonia Cardigan Crochet Pattern by Ophelia Talks Crochet. This beautiful digital crochet pattern is perfect for making a summery, wearable cardigan with a delicate filet flower design that feels fresh, feminine and wonderfully handmade.

The Begonia Cardigan was designed with a special story in mind. Anja wanted to make a cardigan that would stand out in a crowd while cheering on her daughter at the London Marathon, and because her daughter’s favourite colour is pink, the cardigan had to be bright, joyful and easy to spot. The result is this gorgeous crochet cardigan, full of floral detail and soft summer charm.

This design is made using a clever and simple cardigan construction inspired by the much-loved Venice Cardigan style. It is worked in a way that makes the cardigan enjoyable to crochet, with front panels, a back panel and sleeves created in a relaxed and wearable shape. The pretty filet flowers create an open, airy fabric, making it ideal for spring and summer layering.

This is a 12-page digital download crochet pattern, filled with written instructions, helpful notes, photos and measurements to guide you through your project. The pattern includes instructions for creating the body, splitting the panels, joining the shoulders and adding tapered sleeves. You can also make the cardigan longer or shorter depending on your personal preference, making it a lovely adaptable garment pattern for your handmade wardrobe.

Why You’ll Love This Crochet Pattern

The Begonia Cardigan is a lovely project for crocheters who enjoy making wearable items with a touch of floral detail. The filet flower stitch pattern gives the cardigan a delicate lace-like look without feeling overly complicated, and the cardigan shape is easy to style over dresses, skirts, jeans or a simple summer top.

It is light enough for warmer days, pretty enough for special outings, and practical enough to become one of those handmade pieces you reach for again and again. Whether you make it in a soft pink, a calm neutral, a fresh green or a bold statement shade, this cardigan is ready to bloom in your own colours.

Pattern Details

Pattern name: Begonia Cardigan Crochet Pattern
Designer: Ophelia Talks Crochet
Format: Digital download PDF
Pattern length: 12 pages
Terminology: US crochet terminology
Yarn used for sample: 5 balls of Stylecraft Cotton Twist DK in Begonia
Yarn weight: DK
Hook size: 4mm crochet hook
Other materials needed: Scissors, stitch markers and darning needle
Stitch multiple: 12 + 5
Sample weight: Approximately 451g
Sleeve style: 3/4 sleeves in the sample
Sample sleeve length: Approximately 40cm / 15¾ inches
Construction: Worked using a simple panel-based cardigan method with joined shoulders and added sleeves

Digital Download Information

This listing is for a digital crochet pattern only. No physical product will be posted. After purchase, you will receive the Begonia Cardigan Crochet Pattern as a downloadable PDF so you can start your project straight away.

Please note that this is not a finished cardigan or a yarn pack. Should you prefer to purchase this pattern and the yarn you can find the Begonia Cardigan yarn packs here