# Lilac Purple Bow Cardigan Free Crochet Pattern
Bows on lilac! This cardigan is soft lilac purple with the sweetest bow details at the cuffs and hem — little crocheted bows that make it utterly charming. It’s feminine, it’s cozy, and it’s the cardigan I reach for when I want to feel pretty and comfortable.
Top-down raglan construction with bow appliques sewn on. The cardigan is simple, the bows are the delightful detail that makes it special.
Soft lilac with tiny bows — sweet and cozy. Warm yarn for a cardigan you’ll live in.
What You’ll Need
- Worsted-weight yarn in lilac purple (approx. 900 yards) and deeper purple (approx. 60 yards)
- Size H-8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
- 5 buttons
Finished size:
- Adult S–M: bust 38 inches, length 24 inches
The Pattern
Yoke (lilac)
Ch 70.
Row 1: DC in the 4th chain from the hook, DC in the next 9 (front), 3 DC in the next (raglan), DC in the next 12 (sleeve), 3 DC in the next (raglan), DC in the next 22 (back), 3 DC in the next (raglan), DC in the next 12 (sleeve), 3 DC in the next (raglan), DC in the next 10 (front), Ch 2, turn.
Rows 2–10 (raglan increases): DC in each stitch, working 3 DC in the center stitch of each raglan increase point, Ch 2, turn.
Row 11 (divide): DC across the front to the first raglan, skip the sleeve stitches, DC across the back, skip the second sleeve, DC across the second front, Ch 2, turn.
Body
Rows 12–30: DC in each stitch across, Ch 2, turn.
Button band: Work 2 rows of SC along the right front edge. Sew 5 buttons to the left front. Work 5 button loops (Ch 6) on the right front.
Sleeves
Join lilac at any underarm. Work 25 rounds of DC around, decreasing 2 stitches every 6th round. Cuff: work 3 rounds of *FPDC, BPDC* rib. Fasten off. Repeat for the second sleeve.
Bows (make 6)
With deeper purple, Ch 20.
Row 1: SC in each chain, Ch 1, turn.
Rows 2–4: SC in each stitch. Fasten off. Pinch the center and wrap with yarn to form a bow. Sew 2 bows to each cuff and 2 to the hem.
Weave in all ends.
Sophie’s Tips
- The bows should be small and neat — they’re accents, not the main event.
- Pin the bows in place before sewing to get the placement just right.
- This cardigan in blush pink with cream bows is equally sweet.
Tie it with a bow — the sweetest cardigan!
