Top Down Raglan Sweater Crochet Pattern

Description:

Create a cozy and stylish top down raglan sweater using this crochet pattern. This pattern is suitable for intermediate crocheters and provides detailed instructions to guide you through the process.

Materials:

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (UK: Aran, Metric: 10 ply) - approximately 1000 yards (900 meters)
• Crochet Hook: US H/8 (UK 6, Metric 5mm)
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

Gauge:

4" x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) = 14 stitches x 12 rows in double crochet

Instructions:

1. Collar: Chain 80, join to form a loop, make sure not to twist the chain. Work in rounds
2. Body: Continue working in rounds, increasing gradually to create the raglan shaping
3. Sleeves: Separate the sleeves and body, then work on each sleeve individually
4. Body Shaping: Continue working on the body, creating the length desired
5. Finishing: Finish off and weave in any loose ends. Block your sweater to shape

Abbreviations:

• ch - chain
• dc - double crochet
• st(s) - stitch(es)
• rep - repeat
• inc - increase

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