Vintage Slim Fit Crew Neck Sweater Crochet Pattern

Description:

Create your own vintage style slim fit crew neck sweater with this detailed crochet pattern. Perfect for a classic and stylish look!

Materials:

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (UK: Aran, Metric: 10ply) in your desired color
• Hook: US H/8 (UK 6, Metric 5mm)
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers

Gauge:

18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in single crochet

Size:

This pattern is for a slim fit crew neck sweater in sizes S (M, L, XL). Instructions for M size are given, with changes for other sizes in parentheses.

Pattern:

1. Back Panel: Chain 60 (66, 72, 78). Work in single crochet until piece measures 16 (17, 18, 19) inches.
2. Front Panels (Make 2): Chain 30 (33, 36, 39). Work in single crochet until piece measures 16 (17, 18, 19) inches.
3. Join back and front panels at shoulders using slip stitch.
4. Work sleeves: Attach yarn at armhole edge. Work in rounds of single crochet for 8 (8.5, 9, 9.5) inches. Decrease 1 stitch at each end of every row to shape the sleeve.
5. Work collar: Join yarn at neckline. Work in rows of single crochet for 3 inches.
6. Finish off and weave in all ends. Block sweater to measurements.

Finishing:

Sew side seams using mattress stitch. Weave in any remaining ends. Your vintage slim fit crew neck sweater is now ready to wear!