Description

Winter Walk Cardigan & Beanie – 1970s Crochet Pattern: Instant PDF Download

Size: Small, Medium, Large

There’s something wonderfully cozy about a 1970s vintage crochet pattern built for bulky yarn, and this Winter Walk set delivers exactly that retro charm. A buttonless, loose fit cardigan is topped off with a coordinating beanie, both worked up in a raised single crochet texture that adds visual interest without slowing down the stitching. It’s a quick pattern that’s easy on beginner crocheters, making it an ideal grab-and-go project for a chilly-weather wardrobe refresh.

Design & Construction Details

Skill Level: Easy/Beginner.
Construction: Body worked in one piece in rows to the underarms, then divided into left front, back, and right front; sleeves worked separately and set in, with a textured post-stitch border and collar added afterward. The beanie is worked flat, shaped at the crown, then seamed and bordered to match.
Finished Measurements: Bustline 34½” (38½”, 42½”) for jacket, 33″ (37″, 41″) for pullover version; sleeve length 17½” (18″, 18″).
Pattern Style: Written in standard US crochet terms.
Stitches: Chain, single crochet, treble crochet worked around the post (textured raised stitch).

Recommended Materials & Tools

Yarn: Bulky weight — Bernat Danish Bulky main color, approximately 24-28 (2 oz) balls for the jacket plus contrast Bernat Berella Germantown for trim.
Since the original 1970s yarn may be discontinued, substitute with any standard modern bulky weight yarn such as Patons Highland Bulky Yarn.
Crochet Hook Size: US K / 7.00 mm (or size needed to obtain gauge).
Notions: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends and seaming.
Gauge: 5 sc = 2″/5 cm; 3 rows = 1″/2.5 cm.

This is a digitally restored PDF crochet pattern

Upon purchase, you will receive an instant digital download — a clean, easily readable PDF. The original vintage instructions have been digitally enhanced, reformatted, and checked for clarity, ensuring a smooth crafting experience from start to finish.