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***UPDATE: I remade this sweater with an acrylic yarn and I believe it holds up a lot better than the scarfie yarn. It also washes better too.
If are new to YarnHookNeedles and you are a knitter, then you will want to check out the simple knit sweater HERE
For those of you who are just crocheters then you will love how simple, easy this pattern is to create and customize! One of my goals when designing is to create luxury patterns which can EASILY be customized even if you have never made garments before.
At the beginning of the summer, I started down the garment design path with my TWIGGY TUNIC PATTERN (HERE)
I then went on to create:
As you can tell, simplicity in luxury is my game and I absolutely love creating pieces like these for my readers! With that being said, let’s dive right into the simplest pullover sweater you’ll ever make!
Easy Crochet Sweater – U.K. Crochet Terms
***Click HERE for the U.S. crochet terms version of this pattern.***
~Materials
worsted weight yarn (Big Twist Value in Gold, pictured), 900-1000 yards depending on size
~Abbreviations (U.S. Terms)
DC (double crochet)
TR (treble crochet)
STS (stitches)
CH (chain)
~Tension
10 rows X 6 (DC, CH1, TR) stitch combos = 4 inches
~Pattern Notes
This pattern is written for a size L. I will place the other sizes as follows in the instructions (S, M, XL).
Bust size is 32-34 inches for Small, 36-38 inches for Medium, 40-42 inches for Large, 44-46 inches for Extra Large.  Sizing based on Women’s Standard Size chart from Craft Yarn Council.
If you are wanting to size down, please measure the bust area and make your foundation chain the length needed while maintaining a multiple of 3. If you have more questions please email me and I will do my best to assist you!
Easy Crochet Sweater Pattern:
(make 2 panels; front & back)
CH 78 (69, 72, 84) ***see patterns notes to learn how to customize even more!
R1 – DC in the 3rd CH from the hook. * Work (DC, CH 1, TR) into the next stitch. Skip next 2 sts. Rep from * all the way across ending with a DC in the last stitch. CH 2. Turn
R2 – Skip the first 2 sts. *Work (DC, CH 1, TR) into the CH 1 space of the previous row. Skip next 2 sts. Rep from * all the way across ending with a DC in the last stitch. CH 2. Turn
R3 – 63: repeat row 2 all the way across
***add or subtract as many rows as you would like to make the sweater the length you desire. Make sure to add the same number to both panels.
SLEEVES
(make 2 sleeves; left & right)
CH 48 (39, 48, 54) ***You can easily adjust the tightness of your sleeve by adding chains or taking them away. Just be sure to maintain a multiple of 3!
R1 – DC in the 3rd CH from the hook. * Work (DC, CH 1, TR) into the next stitch. Skip next 2 sts. Rep from * all the way across ending with a DC in the last stitch. CH 2. Turn
R2 – Skip the first 2 sts. *Work (DC, CH 1, TR) into the CH 1 space of the previous row. Skip next 2 sts. Rep from * all the way across ending with a DC in the last stitch. CH 2. Turn
R3 – 52 : repeat row 2 all the way across
***add or subtract as many rows as you would like to make the sleeves the length you desire. Make sure to add the same number to both panels.
SEAMING TOGETHER:
HEAD HOLE: Lay both panels down with right sides together. Starting from the shoulder, you will sew the top closed as many inches as you need to create your first “shoulder” area. Do this on both sides. Be sure to try it on making sure you can easily get your head in and out BEFORE you weave in your ends.
ATTACHING THE TOP OF THE SLEEVES: Lay the sewn together panels out. Then, take one of your sleeves and line up the top of the sleeve with your shoulder seam. You want the sleeve to be as centered with the shoulder seam as possible.
Sew both of your sleeves on.
SEAMING UP THE SIDES: You will now fold your garment as though it is inside out. Starting from the cuff of the sleeve you will sew all the way down to the waistband.
Weave in all of your ends, turn right side out and wear!
See, that was easy right? Now you can proudly wear your very own handmade sweater with pride! I would LOVE to see all of your finished pieces so if you want, tag me on social media using @yarnhookneedles along with the tag #yhnfashion
Thanks so much for your support and making my designs!
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According to the measurements, my Mom and I are between medium and large. I decided to make large. My sweater fits but is tight and uncomfortable so then I decided to use 6.5 hook for my Mom’s. It is turning out much better. My question is, which end of the sleeves should I sew to the body, the beginning rows or the ending rows? For mine, I sewed the beginning rows and it looks very holey at the seam. Do you use a whip stitch? And do you pick up the whole stitch?
This sweater looks amazing! I’d love to make it, but I want to clarify: the pictures and title all say UK terms, but then in the pattern it says US terms. I would like to be certain which is used! Thank you so much!