Looking for the perfect crochet sweater pattern to utilize the ever-so-gorgeous Lion Brand Mandala Ombre yarn cake? Head below and check out my newest design!
Before beginning, you will need to gather a few things as well as read through the pattern and pattern notes. I want you to have the least amount of trouble and the utmost success.
Taking these steps will ensure this happens.
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MATERIALS: sizes are written as follows XS(S, M, L, XL, 1X, 2X, 3X, 4/5X)
- Mandala Ombre Yarn Cake Quantities – 2.5(3, 4, 5, 5.5, 6.5, 7, 7)
- ***you can browse Mandala yarns here*** – I used Harmony
- 5MM crochet hook
- Tapestry Needle
Pattern Notes
This design is unique in that it has exposed seaming lines. One reason I did this was so the heathering effect of the Ombre yarn would pop even more when put together.
Each body panel is made up of two seamed together (up the middle) panels. All body panels and both sleeve panels are worked from the bottom up starting with the ribbing and then moving on to work the extended single crochet stitch to create the body.
The sizing is based on the bust size. So if your hips are wider, you will want to choose the bust size which matches your hip size. Or, you can go up 1-2 sizes to achieve that perfect look!
As you make your way through the pattern, I have provided photos to help guide you and ensure you are doing everything correctly. Rest assured, you can always reach out if you’re continuing to have trouble: yarnhookneedles@gmail.com
The Pattern: sizes are written as follows – XS(S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X)
GAUGE for ribbing: 3sts X 4rows = 1″ ; GAUGE for regular extended crochet section: 3.5sts X 2rows = 1″ Remember to always make a small test swatch so you can be sure you aren’t crochet too tight or too loose.
Crochet Sweater Body Panels (make 4)
Starting at the ribbing, you will CH 16 (no matter what size you are making).
Row 1 – In the 2nd CH from the hook, place a SC in the back loop. Continue all the way across placing a SC in the back loop of each stitch. CH 1. Turn.
Row 2 – (CH 1 counts as SC) SC into the back loop of each stitch all the way across. CH 1. Turn.
Rows 3 – 33(48, 52, 54, 60, 64, 66, 72): (CH 1 counts as SC) SC into the back loop of each stitch all the way across. CH 1. Turn. ***on your last ribbing row, do not CH 1.
Now that you have finished the ribbing section, we are gonna turn our work clockwise and begin the base row for building the remainder of our body panel.
Row 1 – SC into each rib all the way across making sure to have as many SCs as you do ribbed stitches. For example, if you’re making the L you will want to have 54 SCs evenly spaced across the top of your ribbing. ***see photos below
CH 1 at the end of this base row and turn.
After you create the base row of SCs we will continue up using ESC (extended single crochet) stitches.
Row 2 – (CH 1 counts as SC) In the next CH you will work an ESC (extended single crochet) ***insert hook, YO, draw up a loop. YO draw through one loop. YO, draw through all loops. ESC complete*** Continue along with the ESCs all the way across. CH 1. Turn.
Rows 3 – 34(48, 52, 54, 60, 64, 66, 72): repeat row to the end. Tie off leaving a long enough tail to weave in securely.
***Remember you need to make 4 panels, 2 for the front and 2 for the back***
Crochet Sweater Sleeves (make 2); Sizing Written As Follows: XS(S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X)
Starting with the sleeve ribbing just like we did for the body panels, you will CH 16 (no matter what size you are making).
Row 1 – In the 2nd CH from the hook, place a SC in the back loop. Continue all the way across placing a SC in the back loop of each stitch. CH 1. Turn
Row 2 – (CH 1 counts as SC) SC into the back loop of each stitch all the way across. CH 1. Turn.
Rows 3 – 24(24, 28, 28, 30, 30, 34, 34): (CH 1 counts as SC) SC into the back loop of each stitch all the way across. CH 1. Turn. ***on your last ribbing row, do not CH 1.
Turn your work clockwise…
Row 1 – We will create another SC base row. Remember, how every many ribbed stitches you made is how many SC you will place evenly along the top. End the row with a CH 1. Turn.
Row 2 – (increase row)(CH 1 counts as ESC) *Place 2 ESC into the same stitch. ESC into the next stitch. * Repeat from * to * all the way across ending with 2 ESC in the last stitch. CH 1. Turn.
Rows 3 – (CH 1 counts as SC) Place an ESC into each stitch all the way across. CH 1. Turn.
Rows 4 – 24(26, 26, 28, 28, 30, 30): repeat row 3. Tie off leaving a long enough tail to weave in securely.
How To Seam A Sweater
Seaming together this sweater is relatively easy. Just follow the pictorial below and you will easily be able to bring everything together and begin wearing your finished piece!
Remember, the seams are meant to show on this particular design. It adds a little bit more depth and dimension to the piece.
First, take 2 of the body panels and line them up…
Next, you will take your hook and simply SC the two panels together. Go slowly so-as to ensure everything is lining up correctly and one side isn’t more stretch out than another side.
Once you have completed the seaming for both body panels, it’s now time to lay the panels out so we can create the neck/head hole.
For a neck hole you typically want to have between 10″ – 12″. If you want it a bit looser, I recommend using some stitch markers to create a hole and then try it on before you go through the trouble of seaming the panels together.
Once you’ve decided on how much open space to create between each shoulder, you will want to line the stitches up to make sure they are even with the top and bottom panels as well as equal on the left and right side.
Next up is the sleeves. You will want to make sure you find the middle point of your sleeve and line it up as perfectly as you can with the shoulder seam you created.
Once you have gotten everything lined up, you will want to simply SC the sleeve to the body. Go slowly and check frequently to make sure everything is lined up correctly and isn’t pulling too far or too short on either side.
After attaching both of the sleeves, it’s time to fold the sweater closed and seam together the sides. You can start at the sleeve cuff or the waistband, whichever you prefer.
Just remember to go slowly and be checking to make sure everything is perfectly lined up.
Now that everything is seamed together, it’s time to start weaving in those ends! Be sure you sew in the ends at least 4 times (back and forth) so you can be sure everything is nice and secure.
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