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The Florence textured crochet sweater pattern is the perfect transitional crochet pullover to add to your wardrobe. With just a few simple options you can customise it completely to make sure it suits your style and taste.

In nine sizes from XS to 5XL and with three neckline options – boat neck, crew neck or turtle neck, and adjustable sleeves you can be assured that yours will be the perfect fit and style for you.

Great fun to make and so easy and cosy to wear too. An intermediate crochet pattern but with a simple construction and full video tutorial making it accessible for beginners to crochet this jumper too!

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If you’re like me and absolutely love making crochet garments for your wardrobe (or someone else’s!) then you’ll love this textured crochet sweater pattern.

I always struggle to decide on a neckline that I like best and so for this design I figured I’d add three options for you to choose from!

The crochet jumper is worked by making two matching panels in the textured stitch pattern – it’s similar to the stitch I used for my Oyster Shell Blanket pattern and I’ve always wanted to use it for a garment!

The two panels are then seamed at the shoulders and rotated 90 degrees to work the Side Panels along the sides of the rows.

This creates extra width to the sweater and sets the stitches for the sleeves. It’s also a sneaky way of making the sides seams much neater and much easier to work!

Once the Side Panels are complete on both sides, work the sleeves in rows into the stitches indicated on the Side Panels.

Leave a tail long enough to seam the sleeve and then the side of the sweater in one go.

Choose which neckline you would like to have and finish by adding it to the sweater to complete.

You can choose from a boat neck that skims across the shoulders and sits nice and open, a crew neck which is rounded and brings it to the nape of the neck or a turtle neck that creates a kind of cowl to roll over and reaches your chin.

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Yarn

To make the Florence sweater I used Brava Sport yarn by WeCrochet which is 100% acrylic, 250m/273yds/100g in the shade Coral

It’s a dream to work with, really budget friendly and comes in such a great range of colours!

Yarn Substitutes

If you’re looking for something really luxurious then I also made another sample (the grey one in the images) using Andean Treasure Sport yarn by WeCrochet which is 100% Baby Alpaca, 110yds/50g and is absolutely beautiful!

Choosing yarn is so important (and fun!) but I know it’s great to have options depending on your budget, here are some great alternatives I’ve found.

Whatever yarn you choose, just make sure to check your gauge before starting your project as they will all be slightly different.

£££ – I’d go with Andean Treasure that I mentioned above – it’s fabulous!

££ – Another option is Wool of the Andes Sport by WeCrochet, 100% Peruvian Highland wool, 125m/50g, a great wool that has great texture.

£ – lovely budget option is Deramores Studio DK yarn which is 100% acrylic, 125m/50g, a soft, anti-pilling acrylic yarn in a wide range of shades.

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Things you’ll love about this textured crochet sweater pattern

  • Fun to make: Stunning texture and a fun construction!
  • Customisable: Size Range XS to 5XL, with easy adjustments for a perfect fit.
  • Timeless design: Classic Design with clean lines, suitable for casual or dressy occasions.

Getting Started: Materials Needed for Your Easy Crochet Sweater

Sizing

The crochet cardigan pattern comes in sizes XS (S, M, L, XL) (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X) to fit bust measurements of 76, (86.5, 96.5, 106.5, 117) (127, 137.5, 147, 157.5) cm.

How much yarn do I need to crochet a sweater?

You will approximately need the following amounts of yarn for each size:

Size Balls of yarn (Brava Sport)Approx metres of yarn
XS51180m
S61300m
M61450m
L71530m
XL71660m
2X81800m
3X81865m
4X92050m
5X92150m
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Other Materials

Along with your yarn, you will need the following:

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I’ve filmed an entire video tutorial of the whole crochet project to walk you through every step of the way. You can watch it here:

  • Begin by making the Front and Back panels as instructed.
  • These are then seamed at the shoulders and rotated 90 degrees to work the Side Panels along the sides of the rows.
  • This creates extra width to the sweater and sets the stitches for the sleeves.
  • Once the Side Panels are complete on both sides, work the sleeves in rows into the stitches indicated on the Side Panels.
  • Leave a tail long enough to seam the sleeve and then the side of the sweater in one go.
  • Choose which neckline you would like to have and finish by adding it to the sweater to complete.

Crochet Terms You’ll Need to Know

Glossary and Abbreviations

ch(s) – chain(s)

sp – space

ss – slip stitch

sk – skip

st(s) – stitch(es)

RS – right side

WS – wrong side

rep – repeat

tog – together

blo – back loop only

flo – front loop only

Crochet Stitches

The pattern is written in standard US terms and uses the following crochet stitches:

Standard UK Crochet TermStandard US Crochet Term
dc – double crochetsc – single crochet
htr – half treblehdc – half double crochet
tr – trebledc – double crochet
dtr – double treble crochettr – treble crochet

Special Stitches

You’ll also need to work the following special stitches:

4tr cluster stitch (4tr-Cl):

Begin as if to treble crochet in next stitch, but don’t complete the stitch and leave two loops on the hook. Repeat this again, crocheting as if to make a treble crochet but don’t complete the stitch and leave three loops on the hook. Continue to do this, working into the same stitch, until there are 5 loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through all 5 loops on the hook.

2dc cluster stitch (2dc-Cl):

Begin as if to double crochet in next stitch, but don’t complete the stitch and leave two loops on the hook. Repeat this again, crocheting as if to make a double crochet but don’t complete the stitch and leave three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through all 3 loops on the hook.

Stacked dc – Insert your hook into the first stitch, yarn over, and pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through both loops on the hook. *Insert your hook into the vertical bar below (of the stitch you just made), yarn over and pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through both loops on the hook; rep from * once more

Stacked tr- as above but repeat twice more instead of once more.

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Making Your Textured Crochet Sweater Perfect For You

WIDTH

I suggest selecting the garment bust size from the chart above that will be most comfortable for you and then adjusting the sleeves, neckline and length from there.

ARMHOLE DEPTH

If you would like you armhole bigger/smaller then work more/less slip stitches for the side panels as you would like. A good idea is once the shoulders are seamed, pop the sweater over your head and tie under the arms with a stitch marker or yarn to work out where you’d like them.

NECKLINE

There are three different neck lines to choose from – see pattern for details.

LENGTH

If you’d like your sweater longer/shorter then just work more/less rows of the main body set pattern in multiples of 2 for the front and back. This will change the number of stitches along the side panels so be sure to work your sleeve centrally into them so that the side seams match up.

SLEEVE LENGTH

You can adjust the sleeve length by adding or subtracting as many rows as you like from the straight section of the sleeve.

Before you jump into crocheting your sweater, take a moment to read through the pattern notes—it’s a game-changer!

These handy insights will not only simplify your pattern-reading journey but also ensure a smoother crochet experience. You’ll find helpful tips on deciphering the sizing, customisation and more.

Trust me, a quick peek at these notes will set you up for crochet success!

  • A ch1 at the beginning of a row does not count as a stitch.
  • Turn your work after each row.
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Pattern Gauge

Gauge: 5 rows and 13.5 sts over main set pattern = 10cm by 10cm.

As boring as they are to make, gauge swatches will be the difference between an ill-fitting garment and a stunning one that makes you look and feel amazing!

Work a gauge swatch as given in the pattern and then block it lightly before measuring to make sure you meet the gauge.

If you have more stitches in your swatch than the tension states, try changing to a bigger hook.

If you have less stitches in your swatch than the tension states, try changing to a smaller hook.

FRONT AND BACK PANELS – make both alike.

Row 1: Foundation hdc 45 (53, 61, 65, 73) (81, 85, 93, 101).

Row 2: RS: stacked dc in first st, ch1, skip 1, 2dc-cl in next, *ch1, skip 1, dc in next, ch1, skip 1, 2dc-cl in next; rep from * to last 2, ch1, skip 1, dc in last. [45 (53, 61, 65, 73) (81, 85, 93, 101)]

Row 3: stacked tr in first st, ch1, skip 1, tr in next, *ch1, skip 1, 4tr-cl in next, ch1, skip 1, tr in next; rep from * to last 2, ch1, skip 1, tr in last.

Row 4: repeat Row 2.

Rows 3 and 4 create the main set pattern.

Repeat the main set pattern 14 (14, 14, 15, 15) (15, 15, 16, 16) more times.

Total rows before neck shaping: 32 (32, 32, 34, 34) (34, 34, 36, 36).

1ST SIDE NECK SHAPING – for Front and Back panels.

Turn and continue to work first side of neck shaping:

Row 1: stacked tr in first st, ch1, skip 1, tr in next, *ch1, skip 1, 4tr-cl in next, ch1, skip 1, tr in next; rep from * 0 (1, 2, 2, 3) (4, 5, 6, 7) more times. Sizes L, XL and 2X only continue with:  ch1, skip 1, tr in next. [7 (11, 15, 17, 21) (25, 27, 31, 35)]

Sizes L, XL and 2X only:

Row 2: stacked dc in first st, * ch1, skip 1, 2dc-cl in next, ch1, skip 1, dc in next; rep from * to end. [17 (21, 25)]

All other sizes:

Row 2: stacked dc in first st, ch1, skip 1, dc in next* ch1, skip 1, 2dc-cl in next, ch1, skip 1, dc in next; rep from * to end. [7 (11, 15, 27, 31, 35)] Break yarn.

2ND SIDE NECK SHAPING

With WS facing, skip 31 sts of last row of main panel and join yarn to next st to work 2nd neck side shaping.

Sizes XS, S, M, 3X, 4X, 5X:

Row 1: *stacked tr in first st (work as a tr in next st in rep), ch1, skip 1, 4tr-cl in next, ch1, skip 1; rep from * 0 (1, 2, 5, 6, 7) more times, tr in next, ch1, skip 1, tr in next. [7 (11, 15, 27, 31, 35)]

Row 2: stacked dc in first st, *ch1, skip 1, 2dc-cl in next, ch1, skip 1, dc in next; rep from * to last 2, ch1, skip 1, dc in last. [7 (11, 15, 27, 31, 35)]

Sizes L, XL, 2X:

Row 1: stacked tr in first st, ch1, skip 1, tr in next, *ch1, skip 1, 4tr-cl in next, ch1, skip 1, tr in next; rep from * 2 (3, 4) more times, ch1, skip 1, tr in next. [17 (21, 25)]

Row 2: stacked dc in first st, * ch1, skip 1, 2dc-cl in next, ch1, skip 1, dc in next; rep from * to end. [17 (21, 25)]

SEAM SHOULDERS

With WS facing, join the 7 (11, 15, 17, 21) (25, 27, 31, 35) stitch es at each shoulder with a ss seam.

SIDE PANELS

Rotate your work to add the Side Panels along each long side of the sweater (you will be working into the sides of the rows now).

With RS facing, join yarn to side of first row of the Front.

Row 1: ch1, work 1hdc in a hdc row, 2hdc in a dc row, 3hdc in a tr row into the sides of the rows along the Front and then Back. [166 (166, 166, 176, 176) (176, 176, 186, 186)]

Row 2: For sizes XS, L, XL, 3X, 4X only – ch1, hdc in each st across.

Shape for sleeves – all sizes.

Row 1: ch1, hdc in 61 (59, 58, 61, 59) (57, 56, 60, 58), ss in flo of 44 (48, 50, 54, 58) (62, 64, 66, 70), hdc in 61 (59, 58, 61, 59) (57, 56, 60, 58). [166 (166, 166, 176, 176) (176, 176, 186, 186)]

Row 2: ch1, hdc in 61 (59, 58, 61, 59) (57, 56, 60, 58), ss in blo of 44 (48, 50, 54, 58) (62, 64, 66, 70), hdc in 61 (59, 58, 61, 59) (57, 56, 60, 58).

Row 3: Repeat Row 2.

Repeat the Side Panel for the other long edge of the sweater.

SLEEVES – make both alike.

With RS facing, join yarn to first st of 44 (48, 50, 54, 58) (62, 64, 66, 70) slip stitches in Side Panel.

Row 1: ch1, hdc in blo of 44 (48, 50, 54, 58) (62, 64, 66, 70) [44 (48, 50, 54, 58) (62, 64, 66, 70)].

Row 2: ch1, hdc in each st across.

Row 3: ch1, hdc2tog, hdc in each st to last 2, hdc2tog [42 (46, 48, 52, 56) (60, 62, 64, 68)].

Row 4: rep Row 2

Row 5: rep Row 2

Row 6: ch1, hdc2tog, hdc in each st to last 2, hdc2tog [40 (44, 46, 50, 54) (58, 60, 62, 64)].

Rows 4-6 create the sleeve set pattern.

Rows 7-21: Rep the sleeve set pattern [30 (34, 36, 40, 44) (48, 50, 52, 54)]

Rows 22-50: ch1, hdc in each st across.

Work more or less straight repeat rows to adjust your sleeve to suit. Do not fasten off at the end of each sleeve.

Block your sweater to measurements at this point before seaming.

SEAM SIDES

Once both sleeves are complete, with WS facing, seam the sweater under the sleeve and down the side seam with a ss seam.

NECK LINES OPTIONS

There are 3 neckline options to choose from – boat neck, crew neck and turtle neck.

You can make any of them and even just make the turtle neck as a detachable cowl from one of the other necklines if you like!

NECK LINES

Boat Neck

Leave the sweater as you have made it for a flattering boat neck style.

Crew Neck

With RS facing, join yarn to any shoulder seam and begin working in rows.

Row 1: ch9

Row 2: hdc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch, ss3tog across neck opening, turn [8]

Row 3: ch1, hdc in each hdc of previous row, turn.

Row 4: ch1, hdc in each hdc of previous row, ss3tog across neck opening, turn.

Repeat Rows 3 and 4 around the neck line until you meet Row 1.

Join the last row to the 1st row with a ss seam to finish.

Turtle Neck

Work as for Crew neck but ch40 instead of 9 on Row 1.

Weave in all ends.

Block lightly again to finish.

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