Playful Textured Blocked Sweater

Skill Level: Intermediate

Materials:

• DK Weight Yarn: 2000 (2200, 2400, 2700, 3200, 3700) yards
• 4mm / G-6 Crochet Hook
• Stitch markers
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Finished Size:

• S: To fit bust 32-34 inches, Width approx. 42 inches, Length 25 inches
• M: To fit bust 36-38 inches, Width approx. 46 inches, Length 25 inches
• L: To fit bust 40-42 inches, Width approx. 50 inches, Length 26 inches
• XL: To fit bust 44-46 inches, Width approx. 54 inches, Length 26 inches
• 2X: To fit bust 48-50 inches, Width approx. 58 inches, Length 27 inches
• 3X: To fit bust 52-54 inches, Width approx. 62 inches, Length 28 inches

Stitches Used:

• Double Crochet (dc)
• Half Double Crochet (hdc)
• Slip Stitch (sl st)
• Chain (ch)
• Back Loop Only (blo)
• Magic Ring (mr)

Instructions:

Body

Chain 78 (86, 94, 104, 114, 124) to start the foundation. Turn your work and begin the first row:

Row 1: Hdc in the 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (77 hdc)
Row 2: Ch 2, dc in blo of each st across. (77 dc)
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until the piece measures 18 inches from the foundation chain, ending with a Row 1.

Joining Strips

Fold your piece in half lengthwise, aligning the last row with the first. Join with slip stitches along one side. Turn your work inside out to hide seams.

Sleeves

For each sleeve, chain 34 (38, 44, 50, 54, 58). Work in row similar to body, continuing pattern until each sleeve measures 16 inches. Attach sleeves to the body by slip stitching around armholes.

Neckline

For the neckline, attach yarn at the center back, ch 2, and hdc around entire neckline until finished. Sl st to join and fasten off.

Finishing

Weave in all ends and block as desired to shape. Enjoy your new cozy and vibrant sweater!