When the weather gets cooler, nothing speaks of a warm sweater. Unfortunately, there may be cover-ups in the winter. Save money this year and crochet with your own sweater. In fact, there are many models with easy-to-use crocheted sweaters – you can make some of them and never get bored.

Crochet models do not have to be identical. Make a hoodie, scarf or case to keep you warm and warm in the cold winter months. Use soft yarns, subtle colors and pretty patterns for your sweater so you can hand-craft your creation with any outfit. Whether you’re new to crocheting or just trying something different, you can not go wrong with sweater designs, free crochet projects, and other handmade ideas.

How To Make An Easy Crocheted Sweater

Materials:

US Size L 8.0 mm crochet hook, K 6.5 mm crochet hook, H 5.0 mm crochet hook
4, 4, 5, 6 skeins Lion Brand Heartland Worsted Weight Yarn (142 g / skein) in Mount Rainier (Small 450g, M 552 g, L 667 g, XL 789g),
Scissors
Measuring Tape
Tapestry needle to seam and weave in ends

Finished Bust Circumference Measurements:

XS / Small 32″ around
Medium 36″ around
Large 40″ around
XL 44″ around

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Chunky Crochet Sweater Pattern

Materials:

Yarn – Lion Brand Heartland Thick & Quick – 14ply/Super Chunky/Super Bulky(6), 114m/142g, 100% Acrylic, Katmai (151)
5(5, 6, 6, 7, 8, 9) skeins
*Add 1-2 skeins if you’d like to make your sweater longer
9mm (US M) Crochet Hook
4 stitch markers
Darning Needle
Scissors

Gauge:

10cm/4” square = 7.5 stitches wide x 5 rows tall in Double Crochet

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Mount Tremper Sweater Crochet Pattern

Materials:

3 (4, 5) skeins Lion Brand Wool-Ease in Natural Heather (098) for color A
2 (2, 2) skeins Lion Brand Wool-Ease in Mushroom (403) for color B
1 (1, 1) skeins Lion Brand Wool-Ease in Black (153) for color C
2 (2, 2) skeins Lion Brand Wool-Ease in Cocoa (129) for color D
Size US J/10 (6mm) crochet hook
Tapestry needle

Size:

Width: 20”/51cm (XS/S), 22”/56cm (M/L), 25”/64cm (XL, XXL)
Length: 21”/53cm (XS/S), 22”/56cm (M/L), 23.5”/60cm (XL/XXL)

*sweater is shown in size XS/S

Gauge:

15 sts + 12 rows = 4”/10cm in half double crochet

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Sand Dune Sweater Crochet Pattern

Materials:

Yarn – Bernat Baby Marly – Chunky/Bulky (14 ply), 202m/300g, 100% polyester
Yarn A – Beach Day 2(2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 3) skeins (approx 470, 500, 520, 640, 690, 820, 880 g)
Yarn B – Robin’s Nest 1(1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1) skeins (approx. 120, 130, 135, 150, 160, 170, 180 g)
Yarn C – Soft Breeze 1(1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1) skeins (approx. 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80 g)
8mm (US L) Crochet Hook
25mm/1” knitting needle/dowel rod/pvc pipe
Darning Needle
Scissors

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Crochet Christmas Ruffle Sweater Pattern

Materials:

Yarn – Willow & Lark Nest – 8ply/DK/Light (3), 115m/50g, 69% wool + 20% tencel + 11% cashmere, Garnet (229)
9(9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19) skeins
5mm (US H) Crochet Hook
4 Stitch Markers
Darning Needle
Scissors

LEVEL: Easy/Intermediate

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Elevation Free Crochet Sweater Pattern

Materials:

Yarn – Lion Brand Touch of Mohair – DK/Light(3)/8 ply, 310m/100g, 90% Acrylic and 10% Mohair, Oxford Grey (150)
4(4, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7) skeins
4mm (US H/8) Crochet Hook
Darning Needle
Scissors

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Ribbed Crochet Sweater Pattern

Materials:

Yarn – WeCrochet Andean Treasure – Sport / Fine (2), 100m/50g, 110yds/1.75oz, 100% Baby Alpaca, Dogwood Heather
approx. 535(585, 635, 695, 765)(820, 900, 960, 1005)g
5mm (US H) Crochet Hook
Darning Needle
Scissors
Stitch markers/Safety pins

Level: Easy

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Easy Crochet Sweater Pattern

Materials:

Yarn – WeCrochet Mighty Stitch Bulky – Chunky/Bulky (5), 124m/100g, 136yds/3.5oz, 80% Acrylic + 20% Superwash Wool, Mint
6(7, 8, 8, 9)(10, 11, 11, 12) skeins
6.5mm (US K) Crochet Hook
Darning Needle
Scissors

Level: Beginner+/Easy

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Dreamer Sweater Free Crochet Pattern

Materials:

Yarn A: Lion Brand Baby Soft Boucle – Chunky/Bulky (5), 109m/100g 120yd/3.5oz, 100% Polyester, Cloud
5(6, 6, 7, 8, 8, 9) skeins
approx. 470(515, 565, 655, 710, 800, 865)g
Yarn B: Lion Brand Feels Like Butta – Aran/Worsted/Medium (4), 119m/100g, 100% Polyester, Ice
All sizes – 1 skein
approx. 40(40, 45, 50, 55, 55, 60)g
6.5mm (US K) Crochet Hook
5mm (US H) Crochet Hook
Darning Needle
Scissors
1 Stitch Marker

Gauge:

10cm/4” square = 10 stitches wide x 8.5 rows tall in half double crochet
*Using Baby Soft Boucle + 6.5mm (K) Hook

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Chunky Cropped Crochet Sweater Pattern

Materials:

Yarn – Super Chunky/Super Bulky/14 ply yarn
9mm (M/N-13) Crochet Hook
Scissors
Stitch Markers
Darning Needle

Sizes: XS/S (M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL)

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Fisherman Crochet Sweater Free Pattern

Materials:

6mm (J/10) Crochet Hook
1670yds [1930yds, 2200yds] Lion Brand Wool-Ease (197yds/85g)
“Fishermen/99” (9 [10,12] skeins)
Tapestry Needle

Sizes:

Changes for “Women’s M/L” and “Women’s XL/XXL” sizes are in [ ].

Women’s XS/S
Width: 21.5″ (55cm)
Length: 24” (61cm)
Sleeve Length: 20.5” (52cm)

Women’s M/L
Width: 24″ (61cm)
Length: 24” (61cm)
Sleeve Length: 21” (53cm)

Women’s XL/XXL
Width: 26.5″ (67cm)
Length: 24.5” (62cm)
Sleeve Length: 21” (53cm)

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Peplum Crochet Sweater Pattern

Materials:

Yarn – Drops Air – Aran/Worsted (10 ply), 150m/50g, 65% Alpaca, 28% Polyamide, 7% Wool – Light Grey Green (18)
XS = 4.5 skeins, S = 5, M = 6, L = 6, XL = 7, 2XL = 9, 3XL = 10
5mm (US H/8) Crochet Hook
Darning needle
8 Stitch markers
Scissors

Level: Easy

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The Cloud Nine Cropped Sweater Crochet Pattern

Materials:

category 3 (light) weight yarn (yardage for each size is found in the “notes” section), I used Yarn Bee Cloud 9 Yarn in color “Mushroom”. I highly suggest using this yarn or one similar in texture for this pattern.
size g (4.25 mm) hook
yarn needle
stitch markers
sewing pins (optional)

Gauge:
15 dc and 8 rows equals a four inch square

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Crochet Monochrome Sweater Pattern

Materials:

Lion Brand Beautiful You yarn (Weight: 2/Fine – 3.5oz, 326 yds)
Meteorite (Color A) – 3 (3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4) skeins
Glacier Grey (Color B) – 3 (3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4) skeins
Sugar Swizzle (Color C) – 3 (3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4) skeins
OR 6 (7, 8, 9, 10, 10, 11) skeins of any color to make a solid colored sweater
Size C 2.75mm crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Measuring tape
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Sizes:
XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL

Gauge:
22 sts x 16 rows in BLO Hdc = 4″

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Holiday Sweater Crochet Pattern

Materials:

Lion Brand Touch of Mohair Yarn
(Weight 3/Light, 3.5 oz/100 g, 339 yds/310 m)
3 (3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5) skeins in Lilac Rose
Grab the kit with all the yarn you need + a printed copy of the pattern here!
Size 5/3.75mm circular needles (this is my favorite interchangeable needle and cord set)
Size 6/4mm circular needles
Tapestry needle
Measuring tape
Scissors

Gauge:

19 sts x 25 rows = 4″ in stockinette on larger needles

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Knit Gourd Sweater Pattern

Materials:

Lion Brand Collection Chainette Yarn
(Weight 4/Medium, 1.75 oz/50 g, 131 yds/120 m)
7 (7, 7, 8, 8, 9, 10) balls in Amber
Grab the kit that includes a printed copy of the pattern here!
Size 8/5mm circular knitting needles with 16” and 20” or longer cords
Tapestry needle

Gauge:

15 sts x 20 rows = 4″ in stockinette stitch

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Crochet Magic Stripe Sweater Pattern

Materials:

Lion Brand Beautiful You yarn (Weight: 2/Fine – 3.5oz, 326 yds)
Spanish Villa (Color A) – 3 (3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4) skeins
Aquatica (Color B) – 3 (3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4) skeins
Sugar Swizzle (Color C) – 3 (3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4) skeins
OR 6 (7, 8, 9, 10, 10, 11) skeins of any color to make a solid colored sweater
Size C 2.75mm crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Measuring tape

Gauge:

22 sts x 16 rows in BLO Hdc = 4″

Size:

XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL

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Hand Dyed Simple Knit Sweater Pattern

Materials:

Handmade Home Fibers yarn or any bulky weight yarn (XS-S: 5 skeins, M-L: 6 skeins, XL: 7 skeins, 2XL-3XL: 8 skeins)
Stitch markers

Gauge:

8 sts x 16 rows = 4″ in garter stitch

Sizes:

XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL

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Crochet Rainier Sweater Pattern

Materials:

Lion Brand Heartland yarn in Mount Rainier (Weight: 4/Medium – 5 oz, 251 yds)
Color: Mount Rainier 5 (6, 6, 7, 8, 9, 9) skeins
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Size I 5.5 mm crochet hook
Measuring tape
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers

Sizes:

XS, S, M, L, Xl, 2XL, 3XL

Gauge:

15 sts x 18 rows in sc = 4”

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Crochet Bubblegum Pullover Sweater Pattern

Materials:

Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick Yarn in Blossom (size XS-S: 5, medium/large: 6 skeins, XL-2XL: 7 skeins, 3XL: 8 skeins)
Or grab the kit from Lion Brand HERE with everything you need!
Size N/P 10mm crochet hook
large eye tapestry needle

Gauge:

6 Trc sts = 4″
3 Rows = 4″

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Crochet Heirloom Cabled Sweater Pattern

Materials:

Lion Brand Vanna’s Style Yarn in Silver (size XS: 5 skeins, Small: 6 skeins, Medium: 6 skeins, Large: 7 skeins, XL: 7 skeins, 2XL: 8 skeins, 3XL: 8 skeins)
Grab your kit from Lion Brand here!
Size H 5mm crochet hook
tapestry needle
stitch markers

Gauge:

14 Dc sts = 4″
10 Rows = 4″

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Softest Lounge Around Pullover Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: Easy +

Materials:

US Size H 5.0 mm Crochet Hook
US Size J 6.0 mm Crochet Hook
(6,7,8,9,9) Lion Brand Yarn Feels Like Butta Yarn in Dusty Blue 100g/skein (Pattern uses approximately 583g, 652g, 753g, 801g, 850g)
Scissors
Tapestry Needle to weave in ends

Gauge: Approximately 15 stitches & 9 rows in 4”

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