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Here is a complete, professional crochet pattern for the **Wattle Stitch Slouch Pullover**. This pattern uses **UK Crochet Terminology** and metric measurements as requested.

# Classic Crochet Pullover: Wattle Stitch Slouch

**Difficulty Level:** Intermediate
**Sizes:** S, M, L, XL, 2XL
**Yarn Weight:** Sport (5-ply)

## DESCRIPTION
This relaxed, slouchy pullover features the textured Wattle Stitch—a rhythmic combination of double crochet, chains, and trebles that creates a dense but drape-friendly fabric. Designed with positive ease for a modern, comfortable fit, it features a classic round neck and ribbed edging. The sweater is constructed flat in four pieces (Back, Front, and two Sleeves) from the bottom up and seamed together.

## MATERIALS
*   **Yarn:** Sport weight yarn (approx. 125m per 50g ball).
    *   *Recommended material:* Wool or wool/acrylic blend for structure and warmth.
    *   **Estimated Yardage:**
        *   Small: 1250m (10 balls)
        *   Medium: 1375m (11 balls)
        *   Large: 1550m (13 balls)
        *   XL: 1725m (14 balls)
        *   2XL: 1900m (16 balls)
*   **Hook:** 3.5 mm (or size needed to obtain tension)
*   **Notions:** Tapestry needle for seaming, scissors, stitch markers, measuring tape.

## FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
*Designed with approximately 10–15 cm (4–6 inches) of positive ease for a slouchy fit.*

1.  **To Fit Bust:** 81-86 (91-96, 101-106, 111-116, 121-127) cm
2.  **Finished Chest Width:** 48 (53, 58, 63, 68) cm
3.  **Full Length:** 58 (60, 62, 64, 66) cm
4.  **Sleeve Length:** 46 (46, 47, 47, 48) cm

## TENSION (GAUGE)
**Critical for fit:** 7 Wattle Groups (21 sts) and 18 rows = 10 x 10 cm over pattern using 3.5 mm hook.
*Please take the time to swatch. If you have too many stitches in 10cm, switch to a larger hook. If you have too few, switch to a smaller hook.*

## ABBREVIATIONS (UK TERMINOLOGY)
*   **beg:** beginning
*   **ch:** chain
*   **dc:** double crochet (US sc)
*   **dc2tog:** double crochet 2 together (decrease)
*   **rep:** repeat
*   **RS:** right side
*   **sk:** skip
*   **ss:** slip stitch
*   **st(s):** stitch(es)
*   **tr:** treble crochet (US dc)
*   **WS:** wrong side
*   **BLO:** back loop only
*   **patt:** pattern

## SPECIAL STITCHES
**Wattle Stitch Group:** (1 dc, 1 ch, 1 tr) all in the same stitch or chain space.

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## INSTRUCTIONS

### BACK
**Ribbing**
Using 3.5 mm hook, ch 11.
**Row 1:** Dc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, turn. [10 sts]
**Row 2:** Ch 1, dc in BLO of each st across, turn.
Rep Row 2 until ribbing measures approx 48 (53, 58, 63, 68) cm when slightly stretched. Do not fasten off.

**Main Body**
Rotate work to crochet along the long edge of the ribbing.
**Set-up Row (RS):** Ch 1, work 102 (111, 123, 132, 144) dc evenly along the long edge, turn.
*Note: Stitch count must be a multiple of 3.*

**Row 1 (WS):** Ch 1, sk first st, * (1 dc, 1 ch, 1 tr) in next st, sk 2 sts; rep from * to last st, dc in last st, turn.
**Row 2:** Ch 1, sk first dc, * (1 dc, 1 ch, 1 tr) in next ch-1 sp, sk next dc and tr; rep from * across, ending with dc in turning ch (or last dc of previous row), turn.

Repeat Row 2 for pattern until piece measures 38 (39, 40, 41, 42) cm from cast-on edge, ending on a WS row.

**Shape Armholes**
**Next Row (RS):** Ss loosely over first 4 (4, 7, 7, 10) sts, ch 1, patt to last 3 (3, 6, 6, 9) sts, turn. [Leave remaining sts unworked].
Continue in pattern on these central stitches until armhole measures 18 (19, 20, 21, 22) cm.

**Shape Shoulders**
**Next Row:** Ss over first 7 (9, 10, 12, 13) sts, patt to last 7 (9, 10, 12, 13) sts, turn. [Leave remaining sts unworked].
**Next Row:** Ss over first 7 (9, 10, 12, 13) sts, patt to last 7 (9, 10, 12, 13) sts.
Fasten off.

### FRONT
Work as for Back until piece measures 38 (39, 40, 41, 42) cm from cast-on edge.

**Shape Armholes**
**Next Row (RS):** Ss loosely over first 4 (4, 7, 7, 10) sts, ch 1, patt to last 3 (3, 6, 6, 9) sts, turn.
Continue straight in pattern until armhole measures 10 (11, 11, 12, 12) cm, ending on a WS row.

**Shape Neckline**
**Row 1 (RS):** Work in patt across 32 (35, 37, 40, 43) sts, turn. [Leave remaining sts unworked for now].
**Row 2 (WS):** Decrease 1 wattle group at neck edge (by skipping the last ch-1 space and dc into the final st), work in patt to end.
**Row 3:** Work in patt to last group, sk last group, dc in edge.
Repeat Rows 2-3 until 14 (18, 20, 24, 26) sts remain for shoulder.
Continue straight until Front matches Back length to shoulder.
**Shape Shoulder:** Ss over first 7 (9, 10, 12, 13) sts (armhole edge), patt to end. Fasten off.

**Second Side of Neck:**
Return to the unworked stitches of the Front. Skip the centre 20 (22, 24, 26, 28) sts for the neck opening. Join yarn to next st.
Work as for first side, reversing shapings.

### SLEEVES (Make 2)
**Ribbing**
Using 3.5 mm hook, ch 11.
**Row 1:** Dc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, turn. [10 sts]
**Row 2:** Ch 1, dc in BLO of each st across, turn.
Rep Row 2 until ribbing measures approx 20 (21, 22, 23, 24) cm.

**Main Sleeve**
Rotate work to crochet along the long edge.
**Set-up Row (RS):** Ch 1, work 45 (48, 51, 54, 57) dc evenly along the edge, turn.
**Row 1:** Work in Wattle Stitch pattern as described in Back section.
**Row 2-4:** Work in patt.
**Row 5 (Inc Row):** Work (1 dc, 1 ch, 1 tr, 1 dc, 1 ch, 1 tr) all in the first ch-1 sp (increase made), patt to last ch-1 sp, work (1 dc, 1 ch, 1 tr, 1 dc, 1 ch, 1 tr) in last sp, dc in final st.
*Note: You are essentially adding one full Wattle Group at each end.*

Repeat Increase Row every 6th (6th, 5th, 5th, 4th) row until you have 69 (75, 81, 87, 93) sts.
Continue straight until sleeve measures 46 (46, 47, 47, 48) cm total.
Place a marker at each end of the last row (to match up with underarm bind off of body).
Work 2 more rows straight. Fasten off.

### ASSEMBLY
1.  Block all pieces to measurements. The Wattle stitch opens up beautifully when blocked.
2.  **Shoulders:** Seam front and back shoulders using a whip stitch or slip stitch seam.
3.  **Neckband:**
    *   With RS facing, join yarn at right shoulder seam.
    *   Work 1 round of dc evenly around the neckline. Aim for an even number of stitches. Close with ss to first dc.
    *   **Ribbing:** Ch 7. Dc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch back to neck edge. Ss in next 2 sts of neck round. Turn.
    *   *Work 1 dc in BLO of each of the 6 ribbing sts. Turn. Ch 1, 1 dc in BLO of each st. Ss in next 2 sts of neck round. Turn.*
    *   Repeat around the neck. Seam the start and end of the ribbing together.
4.  **Sleeves:** Pin the centre of the sleeve top to the shoulder seam. Sew sleeve to armhole edge between the underarm markers.
5.  **Side Seams:** Sew side seams and sleeve seams in one continuous line.
6.  Weave in all ends.

## CONSTRUCTION NOTES & TIPS
*   **Slouch Factor:** If you want an even more oversized look ("super slouch"), go up one size from your actual measurement.
*   **Wattle Stitch:** This stitch creates a texture that looks best when not stretched too tightly. Ensure your tension is consistent.
*   **Colour Changes:** If adding stripes, change colour at the end of a WS row so the new colour starts on a RS row.
*   **Customising Length:** The body length is easily adjustable. For a cropped look, work the body to 25-30 cm before armhole shaping. For a tunic length, add 10-15 cm before armholes.