The Whelk Crocheted Cardigan is a playful, statement layering piece with a gentle nod to vintage crochet style. Built from multicoloured granny motifs and finished with soft fringe, this cardigan balances bold texture with an easy, wearable shape.
 
Worked using a combination of Noro Sonata Shima for the motifs and Noro Sonata for the main cardigan and edging, the design highlights colour, contrast and texture while remaining comfortable and lightweight to wear. It’s a satisfying crochet project that grows motif by motif into a standout handmade garment.
 
What’s Inside the Kit
 
Your kit includes:
2 skeins of Noro Sonata Shima for the motif colour
2 skeins of Noro Sonata for the cardigan colour
A special gift, just for you
Packed with care and joy
 
The above yarn quantity suits both sizes (XS - Small and Medium).
 
Optional add-on:
Add the 26th Edition of the Noro Magazine which includes over 30 patterns, including the Whelk Crocheted Cardigan pattern ($10 extra for the magazine - recommended if you do not already have a copy - RRP: $19.95).
 
Please note: The knitting pattern for this design is not included unless you add the Noro Magazine to your order. We’ve structured the kit this way for makers who may already own the pattern or have already purchased the magazine and simply need the yarn.
 
If you do not already own this magazine or pattern, please ensure you add the magazine to your order to receive the pattern required to complete this project (plus over 30 other patterns to enjoy!)
 
Not included:
3.5mm (US E-4) hook for XS - Small size
3.75mm (US F-5) hook for Medium size
Stitch markers
Ball winding service. You can purchase that separately here!
 
Designed for Makers Like You
 
Whelk is ideal for crocheters who enjoy motif-based construction and projects that build gradually into a finished bohemian garment. Each square is joined as you work, creating steady progress and a satisfying sense of structure.
Suitable for intermediate crocheters
Granny square motifs 
Contrasting edging adds definition
Long fringe creates movement and texture
Lightweight and comfortable to wear
A statement cardigan with everyday wearability
It’s an engaging project that results in a cardigan full of personality and handmade charm.
 
Spun with Purpose
 
This cardigan pairs Noro Sonata Shima and Noro Sonata, two yarns known for their soft feel and beautiful colour blending. Sonata Shima brings multicolour depth to the motifs, while Sonata provides a balanced, tonal contrast for the body and finishing details.
These yarns are:
A blend of cotton, viscose, silk and polyamide
Lightweight and breathable
Soft with gentle drape
Known for expressive colour and subtle sheen
Ideal for garments and layered pieces
Together, they create a fabric that feels as good to wear as it does to make.
 
Made to Be Made
 
The Whelk Cardigan is designed as a relaxed, statement layer you can enjoy across seasons.
Wear it:
Over simple basics to let the motifs shine
With denim or linen for relaxed outings
Layered on cooler evenings
At festivals, markets or casual gatherings
As a standout handmade wardrobe piece
It’s expressive without being overpowering and easy to style your own way.
 
Your Next Mindful Make
 
Motif-based crochet has a rhythm all its own. One square at a time, this cardigan comes together into something truly special. The Whelk Cardigan offers a project you can enjoy at a steady pace, with a finished result that reflects both time and care.