V-Neck Cropped Crochet Sweater- Free Pattern

Ever made a cropped crochet sweater? I have always wanted to design one, and I finally got to do it.

This V-neck cropped crochet sweater was an experiment. After designing the Lorilane Vest, I wanted to use the same method to create this crochet sweater; creating a vertical design on the body with a combination of stitches.

STITCH COMBINATIONS

One of the ways I really enjoy designing is to combine stitches, whether to create texture or just to have an appealing aesthetic, I find that it is also a great way to improve my mathematical skills (since I never really like mathematics, but cannot avoid it in crochet). So, I find that combining stitches provides a lot of interest and mental stimulation for me.

This V-neck cropped crochet sweater combines the crochet Bean stitch, Half Double Crochet and Single Crochet stitches to create a textured look on the sleeves that fizzles into a flat design on the body.

CONSTRUCTION

This crochet sweater begins from the sleeves and flows into the body. Two pieces will be made and joined in the centre and sides. After that, the neckline will be extended, the back will also be ‘carved out’.

When joining the pieces, be sure to match stitch for stitch. This is very important.

YARN

For this v-neck cropped crochet sweater, I recommend anti-pilling yarn. Why? due to the puffiness of the bean stitch, it is best to use a yarn that will not pill easily, to preserve the texture and aesthetic of the sweater for a longer time. See some selection of yarns.

THE GOOD, THE BAD, THE UGLY

So, this is the part where I talk about the outcome of this v-neck cropped crochet sweater pattern and why I don’t feel great about it. Generally, this v-neck cropped crochet sweater looks good, it surprisingly turned out to be a reversible piece, has a really nice sleeve length and works up pretty quickly.

The fit however feels off. It feels ‘bent’ when worn, that is, the centre doesn’t seem to align properly, so when one wears it, it feels a teeny bit lopsided, especially at the neck area. Could it be that I mistakenly did not match stitch for stitch? I mentioned up there on the importance of this.

I know, I should not be admitting this, but having put in so much time and effort into this crochet sweater, I decided to not ‘hide’ it. I also want to put it out there on how a project does not turn out as hoped sometimes. But I’ve got to say that this v-neck cropped crochet sweater is worth a try if you don’t mind a little ‘difference’ in a pattern.

BLOCKING

It is important to block this v-neck crochet sweater after completion. You will see yourself after joining and extending the neckline that the piece is somewhat lopsided. You can fix most of that ‘bent out of shape’ through blocking.

BEAN STITCH CROCHET

If you are new to using the Bean stitch, you can start with a simple project to familiarize yourself with the stitch. Try some of the patterns below to begin:

• Easy Bean Stitch Earwarmer
• Minimalist Crochet Baby Blanket

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V-NECK CROPPED CROCHET SWEATER

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Skill level: intermediate

Gauge: (unblocked)

• On sleeve: 8 Bean st/Ch 1stitches across x 9 rows of HDC/Bean sts = 4 inches

• On body: 14 rows of SC/HDC sts= 4 inches

Material:

• 1200- 1500mtrs, aran weight, medium 4 yarn. This pattern uses Himalaya Super Soft. See a selection here    
• 5.5mm hook
• Tapestry Needle
• Stitch markers

Stitches/Abbreviation:

• HDC- double crochet
• SC- single crochet
• SC2TOG- single crochet decrease
• HDC2tog- double crochet decrease
• ST- stitch
• CH- chain
• Special stitch- Foundation Half Double crochet

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Video Tutorial below

Table Guide: Model is wearing size M

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