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Here is a complete, beginner-friendly crochet pattern for a slouchy pullover, customised to your yarn specifications and sizing request.

# Classic Slouchy Crochet Pullover

**Pattern Type:** Crochet  
**Difficulty Level:** Beginner  
**Sizes:** Small (UK 8-10), Medium (UK 12-14), Large (UK 16-18), XL (UK 20-22), 2XL (UK 24-26)  
**Fit:** Slouchy (Designed with 15–20 cm / 6–8" of positive ease for a relaxed, comfortable fit)

## Description
This is a classic crochet pullover worked flat in pieces (Back, Front, and Sleeves) from the bottom up and seamed together. It features a relaxed, slouchy fit with drop shoulders and a comfortable round neckline. The main body is worked in Treble Crochet (UK terminology) for a soft drape, while the cuffs and hem feature a stretchy Double Crochet ribbing.

## Materials
*   **Yarn:** Sport weight yarn (approx. 170m per 50g ball).
    *   *Estimated Yardage:* 1200 (1350, 1500, 1650, 1800) metres.
    *   *Balls (50g):* 7 (8, 9, 10, 11) balls.
*   **Hook:** 3.5 mm crochet hook.
*   **Notions:** Tapestry needle for seaming, stitch markers, scissors, tape measure.

## Tension (Gauge)
**20 stitches and 10 rows** = 10 x 10 cm over Treble Crochet (tr) using a 3.5 mm hook.
*It is critical to check your tension. If you have more stitches than 20 in 10cm, switch to a larger hook. If you have fewer stitches, switch to a smaller hook.*

## Finished Measurements
*   **To Fit Bust:** 81-86 (91-97, 102-107, 112-117, 122-127) cm
*   **Finished Bust Width:** 50 (55, 60, 65, 70) cm
    *   *Double this for circumference: 100 (110, 120, 130, 140) cm*
*   **Total Length:** 56 (58, 60, 62, 64) cm
*   **Sleeve Length:** 45 cm (adjustable)

## Abbreviations (UK Terminology)
*   **ch:** chain
*   **dc:** double crochet (US single crochet)
*   **tr:** treble crochet (US double crochet)
*   **blo:** back loop only (insert hook under the back loop of the V shape)
*   **st(s):** stitch(es)
*   **sl st:** slip stitch
*   **tr2tog:** treble crochet 2 together (decrease)
*   **RS:** right side
*   **WS:** wrong side

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## Instructions

### 1. Back Panel

**Bottom Ribbing**
*The ribbing is worked sideways as a strip, then turned to work the body along the long edge.*
**Ch 13.**
**Row 1:** dc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn. [12 sts]
**Row 2:** Ch 1 (does not count as st), dc in blo of each st across. Turn.
**Repeat Row 2** until the ribbing strip measures approximately 50 (55, 60, 65, 70) cm slightly stretched. Ensure you end on a WS row. Do not fasten off.

**Main Body**
Turn the work 90 degrees to work along the long edge of the ribbing.
**Setup Row (RS):** Ch 3 (counts as first tr here and throughout), work 99 (109, 119, 129, 139) tr evenly across the long edge of the ribbing. [100 (110, 120, 130, 140) sts]
*Tip: If you struggle to pick up stitches evenly, place stitch markers at the quarter points of your ribbing to help distribute the stitches.*

**Row 1:** Ch 3, tr in each st across. Turn.
**Repeat Row 1** until the piece measures 36 (37, 38, 39, 40) cm from the bottom edge (including ribbing).

**Armhole Shaping (Drop Shoulder)**
To create the armhole definition:
**Next Row:** Sl st loosely into first 4 (4, 5, 5, 6) sts. Ch 3, tr in each st across until 4 (4, 5, 5, 6) sts remain. Turn, leaving remaining sts unworked. [92 (102, 110, 120, 128) sts]

**Upper Back**
Continue working in tr straight (without decreases) until the total length measures 56 (58, 60, 62, 64) cm.
Fasten off.

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### 2. Front Panel

Work **Bottom Ribbing** and **Main Body** exactly as for the Back Panel.
Work **Armhole Shaping** exactly as for the Back Panel. [92 (102, 110, 120, 128) sts]

Continue working straight in tr until the piece measures approx. 48 (50, 52, 54, 56) cm from the bottom edge. (This is approx. 8cm before the final shoulder height).

**Neck Shaping**
*You will now separate the work into two sides (Left Shoulder and Right Shoulder).*

**Left Shoulder (as worn):**
**Row 1 (RS):** Ch 3, tr in next 36 (40, 43, 47, 50) sts. Turn. Leave remaining sts unworked for now.
**Row 2 (WS):** Ch 3, tr2tog, tr to end. [1 st decreased at neck edge]
**Row 3 (RS):** Ch 3, tr to last 2 sts, tr2tog. [1 st decreased]
**Row 4:** Repeat Row 2.
**Row 5:** Repeat Row 3.
**Row 6:** Ch 3, tr in each st across.
Continue straight without decreasing until Front matches the total length of the Back. Fasten off.

**Right Shoulder (as worn):**
Return to the separation row. Skip the centre 18 (20, 22, 24, 26) sts for the neck opening. Join yarn in the next st.
**Row 1 (RS):** Ch 3, tr in remaining sts to end. Turn.
**Row 2 (WS):** Ch 3, tr to last 2 sts, tr2tog.
**Row 3 (RS):** Ch 3, tr2tog, tr to end.
**Row 4:** Repeat Row 2.
**Row 5:** Repeat Row 3.
**Row 6:** Ch 3, tr in each st across.
Continue straight until Front matches Back. Fasten off.

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### 3. Sleeves (Make 2)

**Cuff Ribbing**
**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.
**Repeat Row 2** until cuff measures approx 20 (21, 22, 23, 24) cm.

**Main Sleeve**
Turn work 90 degrees to work along the long edge.
**Setup Row:** Ch 3, work 44 (46, 48, 50, 52) tr evenly across edge. Turn.

**Increase Section**
**Row 1:** Ch 3, 2 tr in next st (increase), tr to last 2 sts, 2 tr in next st, tr in last st. [2 sts increased]
**Rows 2-3:** Ch 3, tr in each st across.
Repeat these 3 rows (increasing every 3rd row) until you have 74 (80, 86, 92, 98) sts.

Work straight (no increases) until sleeve measures 45cm total (or desired length to underarm).
Fasten off.

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### 4. Assembly & Finishing

1.  **Block:** Lay pieces flat and steam block gently to measurements. This opens up the lace of the stitches and ensures a professional finish.
2.  **Shoulder Seams:** Place Front and Back RS together. Whip stitch or slip stitch the shoulder seams closed.
3.  **Neckband:**
    *   With RS facing, join yarn at a shoulder seam.
    *   **Round 1:** Ch 1, work dc evenly around the neckline. (Aim for approx 1 dc per stitch and 2 dc per row end). Sl st to first dc to join.
    *   **Rounds 2-4:** Ch 1, dc in each st around. Sl st to join.
    *   Fasten off.
4.  **Attach Sleeves:** Match the centre of the sleeve top to the shoulder seam. Pin the sleeve edge to the armhole edge. Seam in place.
5.  **Side Seams:** Fold the sweater with RS facing each other. Seam from the bottom hem up to the underarm, then continue down the sleeve to the cuff.
6.  **Ends:** Weave in all loose ends securely.

## Notes & Tips
*   **Custom Length:** If you want a cropped sweater, work fewer rows on the Body before the armhole shaping. For a tunic style, work more rows.
*   **Slouch Factor:** This pattern is designed to be oversized. If you prefer a tighter fit, consider making one size smaller than your measurements suggest.
*   **Stitch Definition:** The sport weight yarn combined with tr stitches creates a light fabric. Be careful not to pull your stitches too tight; let the yarn flow for better drape.