All Seasons Crochet Sweater hoodie, Lightweight Pullover, Crochet Hoodie
About
Have you ever thought “I want a sweater that can keep me warm and still be comfy and lightweight”
The sweater IS IT!!
When I designed this sweater, I wanted something easy and comfortable. I Personally run cold, so I always have a sweater or cardigan close by and this pattern is meant to keep you warm and cozy on chilly days, be it spring, fall or cool summer days. It is also very stylish and lightweight that can be dressed casually or dressed up. This will be a perfect for a Casual Friday at work.
I believe you just found your new favourite sweater !!!
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Construction
This is a beginner friendly pattern, the techniques needed here are double crochet stitches between the gaps of each stitch instead of the normal inserting the hook on top of each stitch
The panels have no shaping. The only shaping is on the sleeves and there are photo tutorials to help you through if you need it. This is a size inclusive pattern which comes in 9 different sizes XS-5XL. It is bottom up pattern for both the panels and sleeves.
This sweater is breathable and warm enough for breezy days. Here in YYC, wind can pick up fast from 16 degrees Celsius, all of sudden feels like 9 degrees. This pattern is great for days like that. We also are close to beautiful mountains that are chilly the higher you go up.
This tan colour is trending everywhere which makes is easy to pair it with anything In your wardrobe.
Yarn
The yarn used for this design is one of my favourite from Lionbrand called Truboo. Check out the shimmer and drape from this yarn were my main attractions. It is soft to against the skin and stretchy. It is warm enough without feeling heavy when you wear the garment. There are lots of Color Options from neutrals to Bright colors.
I would be interested in seeing this sweater with Swish DK or Gloss DK from We Crochet.
Depending on the yarn you pick, Blocking the sweater makes a big difference.Truboo yarn expands a lot.I did not take pictures before blocking but my sweater grew a lot. The sleeves came out too long after, so bear in mind on your blocking method.I Used wet blocking.
Testers for this pattern went with different colors and I am in love with all of them. Most of them Use Truboo but other used yarn such as…..
Beautiful Colourful Tester Photo from butterflymecouture
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SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate
GAUGE (blocked)
10 rows X 10 crossed dc sts (20) in total = 4”/ 10 cm
MATERIALS
4mm/ G hook or hook needed to obtain gauge
3mm/D hook
Yarn; DK weight. The sample used Lion Brand Truboo, weight 3. 100% Rayon from Bamboo.
3.5oz/241yd, 100g/220m
Measuring tape
Blocking mats and pins
2 locking stitch markers
ABBREVIATIONS US TERMINOLOGY
Sc Single crochet
Dc double crochet.
Sk skip
Fndsc foundation chain single crochet
Ch chain
St(es) stitch(es)
Sl st Slip stitch
Blo back loop only
NOTES
● Pattern is written in standard US terms.
● Sizes are XS, S, (M, L, XL,) [2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL].
● There is no wrong or right side on the pattern.
● Ch 3 counts as dc throughout, therefore, must work stitch into it.
● The pattern is made to fit with approximately 2”/5 cm of positive ease. If you are in between sizes, or want zero ease, size down.
YARDAGE
The yardage: 1324, 1537, 1684, 1905, 2056, 2257, 2411, 2514, 2781 yd
MEASUREMENTS
Finished bust: 32, 38, (40, 44, 48) [52, 56, 60, 64]”
Length: 30, 30 (32, 32, 32) [33, 33, 33, 33,]”
This is not the first pattern I used this stitch. The first Pattern I made it with it a beautiful top with one of the easiest construction. The panels are Identical which makes it a perfect garment for a beginner getting into making their own clothes
SPECIAL STITCH
To make crossed dc, insert the hook into the gap between the stitches. Check out the stitch tutorial HERE
Back panel
Fndsc 86, 96, (106, 116, 126,) [136, 146,156, 166.]
Row 1: ch 3, sk second ch, dc in the third ch, go back to skipped dc between the first dc and ch 3.
*Sk the next st, dc in the next st, dc in the skipped st. Repeat to the last st, dc in the last st. Ch 3 and turn.
Row 2: sk the first st, dc in the gap between the second and third sts from previous row. Go back dc between first and ch 3 from the previous row. * Sk the next st, dc between the gap, dc to the skipped st. Repeat to the last st, dc in the last st. Ch 3 and turn.
Repeat row 2 until you have worked 41, 43, (43, 44, 44) [45, 45,46, 46] rows. Cut yarn and fasten off.
Front panel
Fndsc 86, 96, (106, 116, 126,) [136, 146,156, 166.]
Row 1: ch 3, sk second ch, dc in the third ch, go back to skipped dc between the first dc and ch 3.
*Sk the next st, dc in the next st, dc in the skipped st. Repeat to the last st, dc in the last st. Ch 3 and turn.
Row 2: sk the first st, dc in the gap between the second and third sts from previous row. Go back dc between first and ch 3 from the previous row. * Sk the next st, dc between the gap, dc to the skipped st. Repeat to the last st, dc in the last st. Ch 3 and turn.
Repeat row 2 until you have worked 39, 41, (41, 42, 42) [43, 43,44, 44] rows.
Neck Shaping
Rows 40, 42, (42, 43, 43) [44, 44, 45, 45] Repeat row 2 in the next 28, 30, (34, 38,42) [46, 48,52, 56]. Repeat in the next 2 rows. Leave a long tail. Cut yarn and fasten off.
Side 2: Count 30, 36 (38, 40, 42) [ 44, 50, 52, 54]. Join yarn and ch 3. *Sk the next st, dc in the next st, dc in the skipped st. Repeat to the last st, dc in the last st. Ch 3 and turn.
Repeat in the next 2 rows. Leave a long tail. Cut yarn and fasten off.
Sleeves (make 2)
Fndsc 38,40, (42,46,48,) [50,52,56,58].
NOTE: Pay attention about increases for each size. The instructions differ
Row 1: ch 3, sk second ch, dc in the third ch, go back to skipped dc between the first dc and ch 3.
*Sk the next st, dc in the next st, dc in the skipped st. Repeat to the last st, dc in the last st. Ch 3 and turn.
Row 2: dc in the same st, sk next st, dc in the gap between the next st. dc in the gap of the skipped st. repeat to the last st. 2 dc in the last st. Ch 3 and turn.
Row 3: make a crossed st on the next dc i.e. work on the gap between a single stitch.
Sk the next st, dc in the next st, dc in the skipped st. Repeat to the last 2 sts, crossed dc on the next st. dc in the last st. Ch 3 and turn.
Row 4: *Sk the next st, dc in the next st, dc in the skipped st. Repeat to the last st, dc in the last st. Ch 3 and turn.
XS, S, M: repeat row 2 -4. Repeat the pattern until you reach row 20,23, 24. (64,70,74 sts)
S: Repeat rows 2-4 until you reach row 23. The last increase will end with row 3 repeat. (70sts)
L: repeat row 2 & 3 twice before working row 4. Repeat the pattern until you reach row 24. (84 sts)
XL,2XL,3XL: repeat rows 2-3 until you reach row 22,22, 25,25, 26. (90, 94,100,104,110 sts)
Rows 21, 24, (25,24,23,) [ 23, 26, 26, 27] : ch 3, sk second ch, dc in the third ch, go back to skipped dc between the first dc and ch 3.
*Sk the next st, dc in the next st, dc in the skipped st. Repeat to the last st, dc in the last st. Ch 3 and turn.
Repeat above row until you reach rows 41, 43, (43, 44, 44) [45, 45, 46, 46]
Ribbing
Using 3mm hook
Join yarn at the bottom on the sleeve and ch 11
Row 1: sc into the second ch from the hook and each ch down toward the panel. Sl st into the first 2 sts on the panel, ch 1 & turn.
Row 2: working into the ribbing sts, sc in the blo across. Ch 1 & turn.
Row 3: sc in the blo of each st across, sl st into the next 2 sts on the panel, ch 1 & turn.
Rep rows 2 & 3 until you reach the end of the panel. Leave a long tail to seam later. Cut yarn and fasten off.
SEAMING
Use the locking stitch markers to hold front and back panels together.
1. Seam front panels to back panel along the top of each panel.
2. Lay panels flat. Mark the centre sleeve st with a stitch marker and align to the shoulder seam. Sew the sleeve onto the body, making sure you have the same number of rows for both panels for the sleeves.
Sides and Sleeves
Fold the sweater at the shoulders and align rows, Use the long tail and seam the sleeves from the cuff towards the armpit and continue to the side of the sweater. Repeat for the second sleeve and side. Note: It you do not have enough long tail, attach new yarn and seam the sides
Bottom Ribbing
(3mm hook)
Join yarn at the bottom of the front panel and ch 16
Row 1: sc into the second ch from the hook and each ch down toward the panel. Sl st into the first 2 sts on the panel, ch 1 & turn.
Row 2: working into the ribbing sts, sc in the blo across. Ch 1 & turn.
Row 3: sc in the blo of each st across, sl st into the next 2 sts on the panel, ch 1 & turn.
Rep rows 2 & 3 until you reach the end of the panels. Cut yarn, fasten off.
Hoodie
After assembling the sweater. Decide which side would be the right side, Count stitches on the neck opening. Mark the center of the stitches and Join yarn on the left side
Note. If you have odd number of stitches around the neck line, leave 1 stitch in the middle to have even number of stitches for shoulders
Row 1: ch 3, sk the first st, dc in the gap between the second and third sts from previous row. * Sk the next st, dc between the gap, dc to the skipped st. Repeat to the last st, dc in the last st. Ch 3 and turn.
Repeat row 1 until you reach row 25 or has desired length.
Fold the hoodie in half and join the sides to finish.
Edge
Work 2 sc on each st around the hoodie. Cut yarn and fasten off
VOILA!!! YOU ARE DONE. I hope you had fun making this sweater.
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