Crochet Winter Sweater Pattern

Materials:

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (UK: Aran) in your choice of color (approximately 1000-1500 yards)
• Crochet Hook: US J/10 (UK 4, 6 mm) and US H/8 (UK 6, 5 mm)
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers

Gauge:

16 stitches and 9 rows = 4 inches in double crochet (using larger hook)

Sizes (approximate):

Small (Medium, Large, X-Large)

Instructions:

1. Back Panel:

Chain enough stitches to reach desired width for back panel.

Row 1: Double crochet in 3rd chain from hook and across. Turn.

Rows 2-50 (adjust for desired length): Chain 2, double crochet across. Turn.

2. Front Panels (make 2):

Chain enough stitches to reach desired width for front panel.

Repeat same instructions as Back Panel for rows 1-50.

3. Joining:

With larger hook, join front and back panels together at shoulders using slip stitch or preferred method.

4. Sleeves (make 2):

With larger hook, attach yarn at underarm.

Round 1: Chain 2, work double crochet evenly around. Join with slip stitch.

Rounds 2-20: Chain 2, double crochet around. Join with slip stitch. Adjust for desired length.

5. Finishing:

With smaller hook, work single crochet evenly around cuffs, neckline, and bottom edge of sweater. Weave in all ends.

Optional:

You can add ribbing, pockets, buttons, or any other embellishments to personalize your sweater.