Crochet Jumper / Sweater Archives

The Cosy Up Sweater

December 26, 2018January 7, 2019
by doraexplored

Perfect for newer crocheters looking to make their first garment, this is the first release in association with the My Crochet Wardrobe Facebook group (open to anyone to join!). This group is aimed at demystifying the crochet garment making process.

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The Cosy Up Sweater does exactly what it says on the tin. Made with a soft chunky yarn, it uses simple stitches to create a cosy fit sweater with a tall roll neck for extra protection against the cold. As if that wasn’t cosy enough, the long cuffs have thumb holes to add that extra feeling of comfort

This is the perfect jumper for a winter afternoon walk or just to get cosy on the sofa with your favourite book!

Download the pattern now from Ravelry, Love Crochet or Etsy

Woman reading drinking tea in cosy crochet sweater

Skills needed

This is easy level with simple shaping and minimal seaming. The pattern uses simple stitches and easy decreases. The neck, cuffs and hem are worked in the back loop only.

The pattern is written using US Crochet Terms.

Materials

8mm Hook750-1400m / 6-10 balls of We are Knitters The Petite Wool (affiliate) (depending on your chosen size) or equivalent chunky yarn which meets gauge.

750-1400m / 6-10 balls of We are Knitters The Petite Wool (affiliate) (depending on your chosen size) or equivalent chunky yarn which meets gauge.

Sizes

The pattern is written is sizes XS, S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X with a breakdown of bust and length measurements and a schematic given in the pattern to assist your size choice.

Crochet Sweater in Aqua on sheepskin rug

I hope you enjoy the pattern and, as always don’t forget to tag me on Instagram @doraexplored, or use #hookmehappy. I’d love to see and share your efforts!

Happy hooking

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The Straight and Narrow Cable Sweater

November 30, 2018November 29, 2018
by doraexplored

This lovely cosy winter sweater is perfect to pair with skinny jeans, long skirts or over the top of a jumpsuit when you need something extra!
The sweater combines a wide cropped body with closer fitting sleeves, so it will still fit under your coat, and a cosy roll neck to keep the wind at bay.

The pattern uses chunky yarn to create two columns of twisted cables which will keep you on the straight and narrow! This is a relatively quick project and a great introduction to working with cables (post stitches).

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Skills Needed

This is easy to intermediate level with simple seaming. It uses the extended single crochet stitch (which is simple to pick up and explained in full in the pattern) and front and back post stitches to create the cables.
The neck, cuffs and hem are worked in the back loop only.

Materials

8mm Hook, or size required to meet gauge.
650-1050m (5-8 balls) of We are Knitters The Petite Wool(aff) (depending on your chosen size) or equivalent chunky yarn which meets gauge.

This pattern would work with other chunky yarns which meet gauge.

Sizes

The pattern is written is sizes XS, S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X with a breakdown of bust and length measurements and a schematic given in the pattern to assist your size choice.

I hope you enjoy the pattern and, as always don’t forget to tag me on Instagram @doraexplored, or use #hookmehappy. I’d love to see and share your efforts!

Happy Hooking

This Pattern is available to download from the usual platforms: Ravelry, Love Crochet or Etsy.

You may sell what you make from this pattern but the pattern is for personal use only and may not be shared or reproduced without prior written consent. Photos may be shared with credit.

The Underdog Cardigan

October 31, 2018December 14, 2018
by doraexplored

Everyone loves an underdog right?

This cardigan uses a simple timeless stitch pattern then throws in some extra personality with it’s bulb sleeves and phone-sized pockets – yes – it has pockets!

This is one of those cardis which, just like the underdog, might be easy to overlook because of its simplicity, but in reality it will adapt go with anything and will quickly become a wardrobe favourite.

This pattern can be dowloaded from Ravelry, Love Crochet or Etsy

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Skill Level

This cardigan is great for beginners with some experience. It uses a simple stitch pattern with simple decreases.

The body is made in a single piece and the sleeves constructed separately and sewn on.

Materials

5mm crochet hook and 1350-1960 aran weight yarn.

For the item pictured, I used Knitcraft Aran Yarn in light blue from hobbycraft (aff)

Any aran yarn which meets the gauge can be used for this cardigan

Size

The pattern is written in 4 sizes S, M, L, 1/2X.

Approximate measurements for each size are listed in the pattern to help you choose which size to make.

The pattern is written using US Crochet terms and is delivered via a PDF Download

The pattern can be purchased in PDF format from Love Crochet, Etsy or Ravelry.

I hope you enjoy the pattern and, as always don’t forget to tag me on Instagram @doraexplored, or use #hookmehappy. I’d love to see and share your efforts!

Happy Hooking

You may sell what you make from this pattern but the pattern is for personal use only and may not be shared or reproduced without prior written consent. Photos may be shared with credit.

The Free Flow Sweater

October 19, 2018
by doraexplored

The Free Flow sweater is designed to let you do exactly that!

It’s a loose fitting, slouchy sweater which combines comfort and elegance. With 3/4 length kimono sleeves, the sweater can be worn casually dropped off one shoulder, or in a wide boat-neck style.

This is a favourite of mine to wear to yoga classes as it keeps me warm before the exercise heats me up and is perfect to throw on during cool down. It even allows me to stop off for a drink after class without feeling like I’m in in full on gym gear!

The simple T shaped design uses an easy textured stitch pattern with 4 ply / sport weight yarn to give it that soft drape.

The pattern is available to download from Ravelry, Etsy or Love Crochet

Crochet Skills Needed

This sweater is aimed at those who may never have crocheted a sweater before. It was intentionally designed with an easy stitch repeat and a super simple construction, using two T shaped panels. The loose fit and stretchy nature of the fabric allows room for variation in tension.

The pattern uses foundation chains and includes instructions and a video tutorial showing to help those who are less familiar with the technique. Modifications are also given to work into chains.

Materials

The pattern uses foundation chains and includes instructions and a video tutorial showing to help those who are less familiar with the technique. Modifications are also given to work into chains.

Sweater Sizes

The pattern is written in sizes XS, S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X (bust measurements from 96-156cm) and detailed measurements and a schematic are given in the pattern.

The pattern can be downloaded in PDF format from Love Crochet, Etsy or Ravelry.

I hope you enjoy the pattern and, as always don’t forget to tag me on Instagram @doraexplored, or use #hookmehappy. I’d love to see and share your efforts!

Happy hooking

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Cloud Cover Roll-Neck

September 7, 2018October 8, 2018
by doraexplored

About

The crochet pattern for the Cloud Cover Roll-neck sweater is here just as the blue skies turn white and grey. This light fluffy and cosy roll neck sweater is perfect for keeping you snug on such cloudy days. It’s deceptively warm for its light weight and is oversized to make it super comfy and huggable!

The pattern can be downloaded from Love Crochet, Etsy or Ravelry.

The Cloud Cover Crochet Sweater has the fluffy look of mohair (thanks to the Brushed Alpaca yarn from Drops), but because it’s worked with Aran yarn, it comes together much more quickly than if working with traditional lace weight mohair yarn.

The sweater is worked in simple stitches with a large ribbed roll neck and long cuffs you can roll back or leave long. The perfect transitional sweater for when the clouds cover the sun.

Skills Level – Easy

This is a simple pattern using half double crochet throughout, working in the back loops for the ribbing. You will create the body pieces flat and the sleeves in the round.

This would make a great first garment for the newer crocheter and a simple make for those with more experience.

Materials

Made using a 5mm hook and Drops Brushed Alpaca silk, the yarn has a lovely fluffy halo which makes it very lightweight but warm.

This sweater can also be made in any aran / worsted weight or even a heavier dk yarn which meets the gauge (always check your gauge!).

More solid yarns will make a chunkier sweater with a different drape.

Sizing

The sweater is available in sizes XS-3X with suggestions to alter sleeve length.

Approximate finished sizes and a schematic are given in the pattern.

The pattern can be downloaded in PDF format from Love Crochet, Etsy or Ravelry.

I hope you enjoy the pattern and, as always don’t forget to tag me in Instagram @doraexplored, or use #hookmehappy. I’d love to see and share your efforts!

Happy hooking

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P.S. Because I always have to mess around…

Keep it Simple Sweater

May 26, 2018October 8, 2018
by doraexplored

I love simplicity and stripes. My favourite top in the world is a really old white jersey with black stripes. I was wearing it recently and suddenly wondered why I had never tried to recreate it in crochet. So that’s exactly what I did!

Life is better when you keep it simple!

You can download the pattern fro Etsy, Love Crochet or Ravelry

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Skill Level

In honour of it’s name, this pattern uses simple stitches to create an elegant, wearable crochet top.

It’s suitable for beginners with some experience (half double crochet, back/front loop half double crochet, decreasing).

Materials

Hook: 4.5mm (or to achieve gauge)

Yarn: Cotton / Cotton blend DK yarn is recommended. Item pictured uses King Cole Bamboo Cotton DK (aff). Depending on size, approx 690 – 1300 yards in White, 200-360 Black

Sizing

The pattern is written in US terms and grades to include sizes XS-3X

Measurements of each size are provided in the pattern to help you choose which size best suits.

The top is close fitting with 3/4 length sleeves.

Pattern download links: Etsy, Ravelry, or Love Crochet

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Project Tag: Crochet Jumper / Sweater

The Cosy Up Sweater

Download the pattern now from Ravelry, Love Crochet or Etsy

Skills needed

Materials

Sizes

The Straight and Narrow Cable Sweater

Download the pattern now from Ravelry, Love Crochet or Etsy.

Skills Needed

Materials

Sizes

This Pattern is available to download from the usual platforms: Ravelry, Love Crochet or Etsy.

The Underdog Cardigan

This pattern can be dowloaded from Ravelry, Love Crochet or Etsy

Skill Level

Materials

Size

The pattern can be purchased in PDF format from Love Crochet, Etsy or Ravelry.

The Free Flow Sweater

Crochet Skills Needed

Materials

Sweater Sizes

The pattern can be downloaded in PDF format from Love Crochet, Etsy or Ravelry.

Cloud Cover Roll-Neck

About

The pattern can be downloaded from Love Crochet, Etsy or Ravelry.

Skills Level – Easy

Materials

Sizing

The pattern can be downloaded in PDF format from Love Crochet, Etsy or Ravelry.

Keep it Simple Sweater

Skill Level

Materials

Sizing

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