Crochet Elegant Textured Floral Motif Sweater Free Pattern

Crochet Elegant Textured Floral Motif Sweater Pattern

Materials Needed:

• DK weight yarn (approximately 1000 yards for size M)
• Hook size G (4.0 mm)
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers

Gauge:

15 stitches x 18 rows in double crochet = 4 inches.

Size:

This pattern is adjustable; sizes XS to 3XL.

Abbreviations:

• ch = chain
• dc = double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• st = stitch
• tr = treble crochet
• rep = repeat

Instructions:

Body:

1. Start by chaining 82 (for size M). Adjust chains in multiples of 10 for larger/smaller sizes.
2. Row 1: Dc in 4th ch from hook, dc across. (80 stitches)
3. Row 2: Ch 3, turn. *Tr in next st, dc in next 2 st; rep from * across.
4. Repeat Row 2 until piece measures 24 inches from the starting chain.

Motif:

1. Switch to the floral motif: Work in rounds to form floral patterns using a combination of dc and tr stitches.
2. In each size, place motifs evenly across the body, ensuring even spacing.
3. Each motif should have a total of 5 rounds.

Sleeves:

1. For sleeves, chain 50. Work in same textured pattern for 18 inches.
2. Shape the sleeve cap by decreasing 1 stitch at each end every 4th row until you reach 18 stitches.

Finishing:

1. Join sleeves to the body with sl st on each side.
2. Create ribbed hem by working 1x1 ribbing (ch 1, sc in next st) around cuffs and bottom hem.
3. Weave in all ends using the tapestry needle. Block lightly to shape.

Care Instructions:

Hand wash in cold water and lay flat to dry.