Are you looking for an exciting project to show off your crochet skills? Join our Crochet Along (CAL) and create a striking lace sleeve sweater! This size-inclusive pattern will fit anyone from XS to 5X, so everyone can make their own cozy pullover.
We’ve chosen the perfect yarn for this project: Heatherly Sport! This sleek, lightweight yarn comes in a variety of colors, so no matter your favorite style you’ll be able to find something that speaks to you. The softness and drape of this yarn make it ideal for a comfortable sweater.
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So grab your hooks, pick out your color of Heatherly Sport, and join our CAL today! You’ll be amazed at how quickly you can make a sweater that looks as if it was knitted.
We’ve made the assembly process as simple as possible. Find full instructions for the pattern on our website. Plus, we have video tutorials available in case you get stuck! Our crochet community will also be here to help you out every step of the way.
We can’t wait to see what you create! Happy crocheting!
Also, don’t forget to share your progress with #lovelylacecal on social media and tag us. We would love to see your work in progress!
Happy crocheting!
Tips and Tricks for Crocheting a Sweater
Are you intimidated by the thought of crocheting a sweater? Don’t worry; we’ve got some tips to get you started.
First, read over the pattern thoroughly before beginning so that you understand each step. If you’re still confused, take a look at the video tutorials!
It’s also important to pay attention to gauge when crocheting a sweater. The pattern should tell you what size hook and yarn weight is necessary for your garment to fit properly. Take some time during the beginning of the project to make sure that your gauge matches what’s listed in the pattern.
Finally, make sure to take breaks while making your sweater! This will help ensure you don’t become overwhelmed or burned out during the project. It also gives you time to look back and objectively at your progress so you can troubleshoot issues quickly if they arise.
We hope these tips help make your sweater-crocheting journey as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Don’t forget to join our CAL and show us what you create! #lovelylacecal
How to Choose the Perfect Yarn for a Crochet Sweater
Choosing the right yarn for your crochet project can be a daunting task. You want to make sure that you pick something that will look and feel great, but how do you know which yarn is the right one? Get a full Yarn Guide when you upgrade to the Lovely Lace VIP Experience!
When it comes to crochet sweaters, there are a few things to consider when selecting your yarn. First, decide if you want a lightweight or chunky knit sweater. Then, consider what type of fiber you’d like—such as wool, cotton, or acrylic. And how a fiber might effect the drape and stretch.
Once you know what kind of yarn you’re looking for, it’s time to look at the colors and textures available. Choose something that speaks to your style, but make sure it will work with the pattern you want to use.
Finally, pick a yarn that is soft and has a good drape. This will help your finished garment look smooth and professional.
We recommend Heatherly Sport for this crochet along project—it’s lightweight, comes in many colors, and has the perfect combination of texture and drape for a beautiful sweater.
Show Off Your Crochet Sweater with Style
Once you’ve completed your lovely lace sleeve sweater, it’s time to show off your hard work! Whether you want to dress up your sweater or keep it casual, there are many ways to style this versatile garment.
Start by adding a statement necklace or scarf to your look. This will give the sweater a bit of sparkle and draw attention to the beautiful lace sleeve stitch!
If you’re feeling adventurous, try adding a belt around the waistline.
Keep your accessories and shoes simple so that they don’t detract from the intricate lace stitch of the sweater. A pair of hoop earrings, ballet flats, sneakers, or ankle boots can all be great options.
Don’t forget to take pictures of your finished project and share them on social media with the hashtag #lovelylacecal! We would love to see how you style your sweater and show it off for all the world to see.
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Are you ready to join our CAL but still have some questions? We’ve put together a list of frequently asked questions to help make sure that you have everything you need before you start your project.
Q: What do I need to get started?
A: You’ll need the Heatherly Sport yarn and a crochet hook in the size recommended by the pattern. It is also helpful to have stitch markers, a tapestry needle, and scissors.
Q: How long will it take me to make this sweater?
A: It depends on your skill level and how much time you have available. Generally, most people can complete the project within a few weeks or less!
Q: Where can I get help if I get stuck?
A: We’ll have a dedicated crochet community here to help you out every step of the way. Plus, we have video tutorials available in case you need extra guidance.
Q: What if I don’t finish my finished sweater in time for the deadline?
A: That’s okay! You can still join in and follow along with us. There’s no pressure to finish by the deadline—just have fun and take your time!
We hope these FAQs help make joining our CAL easier and less intimidating. Now that you know what to expect, grab your hooks and prepare for a cozy crochet sweater-making journey!
Video Tutorial for the Lovely Lace Long Sleeve Sweater
Supplies You Will Need:
Crochet Hook:
E (3.5mm) & G (4.0mm) Crochet Hook or hook to meet gauge. The 3.5 mm hook will be used for the neck ribbing, and 4.0mm for the rest of the sweater.
Galileo 50% Merino Wool, 50% Viscose from Bamboo 131yds/50g
Abbreviations/Stitches:
blo – back loop only ch – chain pm – place marker ssc – split single crochet sc – single crochet sl st – slip stitch st(s) – stitch(es)
Gauge:
17 sts and 18 rows = 4″ by 4″ in sc
Gauge Swatch:
Working a gauge swatch will let you know if you have the correct sizing for this pattern.
A gauge swatch is a fantastic way to familiarize yourself with the stitches used in this project and the perfect opportunity to perfect your stitch work and make it look flawless.
Row 1: Ch 20, sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in the remaining across, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), sc in each st across, turn.
Repeat Row 2 until there are 20 rows. Measure your swatch and adjust as needed.
Construction
The Lovely Lace Crochet Sweater is a Raglan design with a seamless top-down construction. It begins at the neckline and is then worked at increases until there is a sleeve cap that becomes the shoulder of the garment. It is then divided into body and sleeves, each worked continuously.
Measurements/Sizes:
XS (S, M, L, 1X) (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X) To fit chest: 32 (34, 38, 42, 46) (50, 54, 58, 62) Actual measurements are in schematic.
Finished Measurements: 35 (37, 40, 44, 47) (52, 55, 59, 62) After Ease This crochet sweater is meant to be a fitted design.
Skill Level:
Intermediate
Lace Sleeve Sweater Schematic
Notes for the Lovely Lace Sleeve Crochet Sweater
Measure Your Body For the Best Fit
• A ch 1 at the beginning of a sc row is not needed as this will be worked continuously.
• The ch 3 space in the Established Lace Sleeve Stitch Instructions will count as 1 st.
• This is a top-down raglan-style sweater. We will start with the neck ribbing in rows and then join to work in the round. 4 markers will be placed for increases and moved up each round, and a lace stitch panel will be worked in the sleeve section.
• After the yoke is created, the sweater will be divided into the sleeves and body. The body will be worked in simple single crochet and can be shaped on the sides with increases or decreases as desired. It will be finished with a ribbing along the bottom.
• Next, we will come back to work the sleeves. The established lace panel will be worked all the way down the sleeve while also decreasing. A natural sleeve edge will be left at the wrist. This sweater is fitted go up a size for a more relaxed fit and ease.
• The instructions and stitch counts are given for the smallest size, with the larger sizes in brackets ( ).
• Before you dive into your project, take a moment to identify the stitch and row counts that match the size you’re making.
Crochet Chart for the Lace Sleeve Sweater
Crochet Chart With Row Guides
Established Lace Sleeve Stitch Instructions
This section is worked across 17 sts and is a 5-row repeat. Rnd 1: Ssc 1, blo sc 1, ssc 4, skip 1, ssc 1, ch 3, blo sc 1, ch 3, ssc 1, skip 1, ssc 4, blo sc 1, ssc 1.
Written Crochet Instructions for the Lovely Lace Sleeve Sweater
Neck Ribbing for Easy Crochet Sweater
Use hook size E (3.5mm). Row 1: Ch 6, starting in the second chain from the hook blo sc 5, turn. | (5 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1 (turning chain, does not count as a stitch), in blo sc in each stitch across, turn.
Repeats: Repeat Row 2 until there are a total of 110 (110, 110, 114, 114) (120, 120, 124, 124) rows. Join last row to the beginning row by slip stitching through blo of the first and last row at the same time.
Yoke of the Crochet Sweater
Use size G (4.0mm) hook for the remainder of the pattern. This first will slip stitches along the edge of the neck ribbing while also markers for the raglan increasing. Work the sl sts as one per row. Do not join and work continuously.
Rnd 1: Sl st in first and pm. sl in the next 40 (40, 40, 40, 40) (43, 43, 45, 45), sl st in next and pm, sl st in next 13 (13, 13, 15, 15) (15, 15, 15, 15), sl st in next and pm, sl st in the next 40 (40, 40, 40, 40) (43, 43, 45, 45), sl st in next and pm, sl st in the last 13 (13, 13, 15, 15) (15, 15, 15, 15) sts. | 110 (110, 110, 114, 114) (120, 120, 124, 124) sts. For the remaining rounds, sc in the marked stitch and move up stitch marker.
Rnd 2: Work this entire rnd in the blo: sc in first and pm, (2 sc in next, sc until one st before the next st marker, 2 sc in next, sc 1 and pm) three times, 2 sc in next, sc until the last st in the rnd, 2 sc in last. | 118 (118, 118, 122, 122) (128, 128, 132, 132) sts
Sizes XS, S, M: Rnd 3: *Sc 1 in marked st and pm, 2 sc in next, sc until one st before the next st marker, 2 sc in next, sc 1 and pm, blo 2 sc in next, ssc 4, skip 1, ssc in next, ch 3, blo sc 1, ch 3, ssc 1, skip 1, ssc 4, blo sc 2 in next; repeat from * one more time. | 126 (126, 126, 130) sts
Rnd 4: *Sc 1 in marked st and pm, sc until the next st marker, sc 1 and pm, ssc 1, blo sc 1, ssc 3, skip 1, ssc 1, ch 3, sc in previous ch-space, blo sc 1, sc in previous ch-space, ch 3, ssc 1, skip 1, ssc 3, blo sc 1, ssc 1; repeat from * one more time.
Rnd 5: *Sc 1 in marked st and pm, 2 sc in next, sc until one st before the next st marker, 2 sc in next, sc 1 and pm, 2 ssc in next st, blo sc 1, ssc 2, skip 1, ssc 1, ch 3, sc in previous ch-space, ssc 1, blo sc 1, ssc 1, sc in previous ch-space, ch 3, ssc 1, skip 1, ssc 2, blo sc 1, 2 ssc in next; repeat from * one more time. | 134 (134, 134, 138,)sts
Sizes L, 1x, 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x Rnd 3: *Sc 1 in marked st and pm, 2 sc in next, sc until one st before the next st marker, 2 sc in next, sc 1 and pm, sc 2 in next, blo sc 1, ssc 4, skip 1, ssc in next, ch 3, blo sc 1, ch 3, ssc 1, skip 1, ssc 4, blo sc 1, sc 2 in next; repeat from * one more time. | – (-, -, 130, 130) (136, 136, 140, 140) sts. Go to repeats
Yoke Repeats of the Crochet Sweater
For the rest of the yoke, increases are spaced as evenly as possible. Follow the instructions below for your size. I have also included which Established Lace Sleeve Rnd from the notes section should be worked on which yoke rnd, this is indicated as: L1 = Lace Sleeve Round 1, or L2 = Lace Sleeve Round 2.
How To Work Non-increasing and Increasing Rounds:
Non-increase Rnd: *Sc 1 in marked st and move pm up, sc until the next st marker, sc 1 and move pm up, sc until the established lace sleeve sts and work in pattern, sc until one st before the next st marker; repeat from * one more time.
Increase Rnd: *Sc 1 in marked st and move pm up, 2 sc in next, sc until one st before the next st marker, 2 sc in next, sc 1 and move pm up, 2 sc in next, sc until the established lace sleeve sts and work in pattern, sc until the next st marker, 2 sc in next; repeat from * one more time. (increases st count by 8 sts)
Quick Note
Did you know that our tension can vary depending on our moods? To ensure that our garments turn out just right, let’s make sure we maintain consistent sizing. A quick tip is to check the gauge every 10-20 rows and make any necessary adjustments. Let’s keep our crochet game on point!
Rnd 1: Sc in the first st and mark it as the beginning of the round, sc 66 (7o, 74, 82, 90) (97, 105, 113, 117), sc in next and remove marker, ch 6 (6, 8, 8, 8) (10, 10, 11, 11), skip 39 (43, 47, 57, 65) (69, 77, 83, 87), sc in next and remove marker*; repeat from * to *. | 148 (156, 168, 184, 200) (218, 234, 252, 260) body sts.
Crocheting the Body of the Sweater
Work the body in single crochet until the desired length. If shaping is desired, sc2tog on each side of the body every few rows to decrease around the waist and then increase towards the hips, placing 2 sc sts in one st on each side.
The sample in the images is 11 inches from the underarm to the bottom ribbing.
Bottom Ribbing of Sweater
Row 1: Ch 9, sc in second chain from hook and across the chains to body of the sweater, sl st the next 2 sts on the body edge (these do not count as sts), turn. | 8 sts
Row 2: Skip the 2 sts from the body edge, in blo sc in each st across until the last st, sc in both loops of the last st, turn. | 8 sts
Row 3: Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), sc through both loops of the first st, blo sc in each st across, sl st the next 2 sts along the body edge, turn.
Repeats: Repeat Rows 2-3 around the bottom of the Sweater body. Join the last row to the beginning row by slip stitching through blo of first and last row at the same time with the WS facing.
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