Openwork Cocoon Sweater Pattern

This pattern is designed for a soft, openwork cocoon sweater that drapes elegantly over your frame. Suitable for beginners, this project will teach you basic crochet stitches and how to work with bulky yarn.

Materials

• Bulky weight yarn (approx. 600-800 yards)
• Crochet hook size 10.0 mm (N/P-15)
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge

9 stitches and 6 rows = 4 inches in double crochet. Adjust your hook size if necessary to meet the gauge.

Abbreviations

• ch = chain
• dc = double crochet
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• rep = repeat

Instructions

Body

1. Foundation Chain: Start with a chain of 80 (or desired width). This will be the front edge of your sweater.
2. Row 1: In the 4th ch from the hook, work 1 dc. *Ch 1, skip next ch, 1 dc in next ch; rep from * across the row. End with 1 dc in the last ch. Turn.
3. Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), *ch 1, skip the ch-1 space, 1 dc in next dc; rep from * across. End with 1 dc in the top of the turning ch. Turn.
4. Repeat Row 2: Continue repeating Row 2 until the piece measures approximately 30 inches long or your desired length. Make two identical panels for the front and back of the sweater.

Assembly

1. Joining Panels: Place the two panels together with the right sides facing each other. Sl st along the sides, leaving 10-12 inches for arm openings. Fasten off and weave in ends.
2. Finishing Edges: Turn the sweater right side out. With the same yarn, create a simple finishing edge by single crocheting around the neckline and the bottom of the sweater to give it a polished look.

Optional Fringe

1. For a fun touch, cut pieces of yarn about 6-8 inches long and attach them along the bottom edge by folding them in half and pulling them through a stitch.

Enjoy wearing your new openwork cocoon sweater! It's light, stylish, and the openwork gives it an airy feel.