Shades of Diamonds Crochet Pullover Pattern

Introducing the Shades of Diamonds Crochet Pullover—a cozy, chic, and intricately designed sweater that’s perfect for the fall season. This pullover effortlessly blends comfort and style, making it a must-have for your handmade wardrobe. The modern v-neck adds a flattering touch to the simple, classic granny-stitch colorwork design.

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Easy to follow, this size-inclusive pattern is ideal for crocheters of all skill levels and comes with a detailed video tutorial. Whether you’re looking to stay warm on chilly days or want a trendy layering piece, this pullover will keep you comfortable and fashionable. If you love simple sweaters, check out the Dove Pullover and the Autumn Wheat Sweater (both available in 9 different sizes)!

Crochet Supplies

Yarn

Lion Brand Color Theory
100% Acrylic, 246yds/100g

Color A: Moonbeam; Color B: Dijon; Color C: Peacock; Color D: Nutmeg; Color E: Canyon

Yarn Quantities

Total Yardage:

1500 (1650, 1785, 1925, 2050) (2115, 2180, 2250, 2315)

Main Color Yardage:

1020 (1130, 1225, 1325, 1410) (1455, 1500, 1550, 1595); 5 (5, 5, 6, 6, 6, 7, 7, 7) Skeins

Yardage for Each DiamondAccent Color:

120 (130, 140, 150, 160) (165, 170, 175, 180); 1 skein each color

Yarn Substitutions

WeCrochet Swish
100% Fine Superwash Merino Wool 110yds/50g

WeCrochet Brava
100% Premium Acrylic, 218 yds/100g

Mary Maxim Starlette Worsted
100% Ultra Soft Acrylic, 180 yds/100g

Remember always to check the gauge and drape when substituting yarns.

Crochet Hook

Size US H (5.0mm) Crochet Hook or hook to obtain gauge.

Notions

Scissors
Yarn Needle
Removable Stitch Marker

Skill Level

Intermediate

? Stunning Diamond Pattern: The pullover features a unique diamond pattern created with the classic granny stitch, adding a touch of sophistication and texture to your look.

? Flattering V-Neck Design: The v-neckline offers a modern and flattering silhouette, making this pullover easy to pair with your favorite jeans, skirts, or even layered over dresses.

? Seamless Construction: Crocheted from the bottom up, this pattern ensures a smooth and seamless finish. The diamond colorwork is done in the round, allowing you to enjoy the process while achieving a beautiful gradient effect.

? Perfect for Layering: With its comfortable fit and eye-catching design, this pullover is perfect for layering, keeping you warm and stylish as the temperatures drop.

Sizes

XS (S, M, L, 1X) (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)

To fit chest:
32 (34, 38, 42, 46) (50, 54, 58, 62)

Actual measurements:
38.5 (41.5, 45, 48, 55.5) (57.5, 60.75, 64, 67)

This garment has an oversized, relaxed fit and is meant to be worn with a 4-6 inch ease. For a more fitted look, go down a size.

Abbreviations

blo – back loop only
ch – chain
dc – double crochet
flo – front loop only
rnd – round
sc – single crochet
sl st – slip stitch
sp(s) – space(s)
st(s) – stitch(es)
Stsc – stacked single crochet

Gauge

5 sts and 9 rows = 4″ by 4″ Worked in the granny stitch.

How to Crochet A Gauge Swatch

Working a gauge swatch will let you know if you will have the correct sizing for this pattern. It will also help you practice the stitches used in this project and improve your stitch work for a flawless look.
Are you struggling to match the gauge? Check out the blog post on What is Crochet Gauge and How To Fix It

Special Stitches

Stacked Single Crochet (Stsc): Do NOT chain, insert hook into next stitch, yo, pull up a loop, yo and pull through both loops, insert hook in the vertical bar below, yo, pull up a loop, yo and pull through both loops on the hook.

Pattern Notes

• Using a stitch marker at the beginning of the row or round is recommended.
• 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. By highlighting or marking them, you’ll save time and effort later on. Trust us, this small step will make a big difference in your knitting or crochet journey!
• When doing colorwork, always carry your yarn on the wrong side of the work.

Video Tutorial for the Shades of Diamonds Crochet Pullover

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Written Crochet Pattern Instructions

Body Colorwork

Rnd 1 (WS):

Working in the flo for this row: With Color A Stsc in first, 2 dc in same st, *skip 2 sts, 3 dc in next; repeat from * around, skip the last 2 sts, join with Color B and turn. | 48 (52, 56, 60, 68) (72, 76, 80, 84) granny groups

Rnd 2 (RS):

With Color B Stsc in first space, 2 dc in same space, *with Color A 3 dc in next space, with Color B 3 dc in next space; repeat from * until the last space of the rnd, with Color A 3 dc in last space, join and turn.

Rnd 3:

With Color B, Stsc in first, 2 dc in same space, 3 dc in remaining spaces around, join and turn.

Rnd 4:

With Color A, Stsc in first space, 2 dc in same space, *with Color B 3 dc in next space, with Color A 3 dc in next space; repeat until the last space of rnd, with Color B 3 dc in last space, join and turn. Fasten off Color A.

Rnd 5:

Repeat Rnd 3.

Rnd 6:

With Color B, Stsc in first space, 2 dc in same space, *with Color C 3 dc in next space, with Color B 3 dc in next space; repeat until the last space of rnd, with Color C 3 dc in last space, join and turn. Fasten off Color B.

Rnd 7:

With Color C, Stsc in first, 2 dc in same space, 3 dc in remaining spaces around, join and turn.

Rnd 8:

With Color C, Stsc in first space, 2 dc in same space, *with Color A 3 dc in next space, with Color C 3 dc in next space; repeat until the last space of the rnd, with Color A 3 dc in last space, join and turn. Fasten off Color A.

Rnd 9:

Repeat Rnd 7.

Rnd 10:

With Color D, Stsc in first space, 2 dc in same space, *with Color C 3 dc in next space, with Color D 3 dc in next space; repeat until last space of the rnd, with Color C 3 dc in last space, join and turn. Fasten off Color C.

Rnd 11:

With Color D, Stsc in first, 2 dc in same space, 3 dc in remaining spaces around, join and turn.

Rnd 12:

With Color A, Stsc in first space, 2 dc in same space, *with Color D 3 dc in next space, with Color A 3 dc in next space; repeat until the last space of the rnd, with Color D 3 dc in last space, join and turn. Fasten off Color A.

Rnd 13:

Repeat Rnd 11.

Rnd 14:

With Color E, Stsc in first space, 2 dc in same space, *with Color D 3 dc in next space, with Color E 3 dc in next space; repeat until the last space of the rnd, with Color D 3 dc in last space, join and turn. Fasten off Color D.

Rnd 15:

With Color E, Stsc in first, 2 dc in same space, 3 dc in remaining spaces around, join and turn.

Rnd 16:

With Color E, Stsc in first space, 2 dc in same space, *with Color A 3 dc in next space, with Color E 3 dc in next space; repeat until the last space of the rnd, with Color A 3 dc in last space, join and turn.

Rnd 17:

Repeat Rnd 15.

Rnd 18:

With Color A, Stsc in first space, 2 dc in same space, *with Color E 3 dc in next space, with Color A 3 dc in next space; repeat until the last space of the rnd, with Color E 3 dc in last space, join and turn.

Customization Tip:

This is where we can take advantage of customizing the length of this sweater. Crochet fewer rows for a shorter sweater, or more for a longer sweater. You could even crochet enough rows to make this a dress!

Front Section

Row 1 (WS):

Stsc in first, 2 dc in first space, *3 dc in next 22 (24, 26, 30, 32) (34, 36, 40, 42) spaces between the granny st groups, dc in next space, turn. | 70 (76, 82, 94, 100) (106, 112, 124, 130) sts; 23 (25, 27, 31, 33) (35, 37, 41, 43) granny groups + 1 st

Row 2:

Stsc in first, 2 dc in first space, *3 dc in next space between the granny st groups; repeat until the last 3 sts of the row, skip 2 sts, dc in last, turn.

First Front Panel

Row 1:

Stsc in first, 2 dc in first space, 3 dc in next 10 (11, 12, 14, 15) (16, 17, 19, 20) spaces, dc in next space, turn. | 34 (37, 40, 46, 49) (52, 55, 61, 64) sts; 11 (12, 13, 15, 16) (17, 18, 20, 21) granny groups + 1 sts

Row 2:

Stsc in first, skip the next space and *3 dc in next space between the granny st groups; repeat until the last 3 sts of the row, skip 2 sts, dc in last, turn.

Row 3:

Stsc in first, 2 dc in first space, *3 dc in next space between the granny st groups; repeat until the last 4 sts of the row, skip 3 sts, dc in last, turn.

Rows 4 – 13 (13, 13, 13, 15) (15, 17, 17, 17):

Repeat Rows 2-3. | 16 (19, 22, 28, 28) (31, 31, 37, 40) sts

Non-Decreasing Repeats:

Repeat in pattern (instructions below) for 2 (3, 4, 5, 4) (5, 4, 5, 5) more rows:

Stsc in first, 2 dc in first space, *3 dc in next space between the granny st groups; repeat until the last 3 sts of the row, skip 2 sts, dc in last, turn.

There are 15 (16, 17, 18, 19) (20, 21, 22, 22) total rows for the first panel. Fasten off leaving a tail to seam at the shoulders later.

Second Front Panel

Row 1 (WS):

Join yarn to the next space left of the First Front Panel. Stsc in same space, skip the next space, *3 dc in next space between the granny st groups; repeat until the last 3 sts of the row, skip 2 sts, dc in last, turn. | 35 (38, 41, 47, 50) (53, 56, 62, 65) sts; 11 (12, 13, 15, 16) (17, 18, 20, 21) granny groups + 2 sts

Row 2 (RS):

Stsc in first, 2 dc in first space, *3 dc in next space between the granny st groups; repeat until the last 4 sts of the row, skip 3 sts, dc in last, turn.

Row 3:

Stsc in first, skip the next space and *3 dc in next space between the granny st groups; repeat until the last 3 sts of the row, skip 2 sts, dc in last, turn.

Rows 4 – 14 (14, 14, 14, 16) (16, 18, 18, 18):

Repeat Rows 2-3, ending on a Row 2. | 16 (19, 22, 28, 28) (31, 31, 37, 40) sts

Non-Decreasing Repeats:

Repeat in pattern (instructions below) for 1 (2, 3, 4, 3) (4, 3, 4, 4) more rows:

Stsc in first, 2 dc in first space, *3 dc in next space between the granny st groups; repeat until the last 3 sts of the row, skip 2 sts, dc in last, turn.

There are 15 (16, 17, 18, 19) (20, 21, 22, 22) total rows for the first panel. Fasten off leaving a tail to seam at the shoulders later.

Back Panel

Row 1:

Join yarn to the space next to the Second Panel row. Stsc and 2 dc in the space, *3 dc in next 22 (24, 26, 30, 32) (34, 36, 40, 43) spaces, dc in next space, turn. | 70 (76, 82, 94, 100) (106, 112, 124, 130) sts; 23 (25, 27, 31, 33) (35, 37, 41, 43) granny groups + 1 sts

Row 2:

Stsc in first, 2 dc in first space, *3 dc in next space between the granny st groups; repeat until the last 3 sts of the row, skip 2 sts, dc in last, turn.

Repeats:

Repeat Row 2 until there are 17 (18, 19, 20, 21) (22, 23, 24, 24) total rows for the back panel. Fasten off.

Seaming the Shoulders

Pin the top of the front panels evenly to the back panel. With your yarn needle, use the tail ends to seam across at each shoulder.

Neck Ribbing

Setup Rnd:

Attach the yarn to the bottom center of the ‘V’ on the neckline. Sl st around placing 2 sl sts per row, and 1 st st per st on the back neck.

Row 1:

Ch 5, sc in the 2nd ch from hook and across, sl st 2 sts on the edge of the neckline, turn. | 4 sts

Row 2:

Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch here and throughout), skip the 2 sl sts, working in the blo, sc in each st across, turn. | 4 sts

Row 3:

Ch 1, sc in the 2nd ch from hook and across, sl st 2 sts on the edge of the neckline, turn. | 4 sts

Repeats:

Repeat Rows 2-3 around the neckline.

Once the neckline is worked, the fabric will overlap where we started and finished. Fasten off, leaving a tail, and with your yarn needle, tack one side over the other.

Cuff Ribbing

The ribbing will be worked in rows, then joined and worked in the round. Start with Color A.

Row 1:

Ch 5, sc in the 2nd ch from hook and across, turn. | 4 sts

Row 2:

Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch here and throughout), working in the blo, sc in each st across, turn. | 4 sts

Repeats:

Repeat Row 2 until there are 54 (60, 66, 72, 72) (78, 78, 84, 84) total rows of ribbing.

Joining:

Slip Stitch Row 1 to the current Row by working through the blo of the current row and the blo loop from the first row.

Trim:

Working along the edge of the ribbing, ch 1, sl st 1 st per edge, join and turn. | 54 (60, 66, 72, 72) (78, 78, 84, 84) sts

Sleeves (Make 2)

These will be worked in the round.

Rnd 1 (WS):

Working in the flo for this row: With Color A, Stsc in first, 2 dc in same st, *skip 2 sts, 3 dc in next; repeat from * around, skip the last 2 sts, join with Color B and turn. | 54 (60, 66, 72, 72) (72, 72, 72, 72) sts

Rnds 2-19:

Repeat Rnds 2-19 from the Body Colorwork Section.

Tip: In the following Rnds of the sleeves, work more or fewer Rnds to adjust the sleeve length.

For Sizes XS – 1X:

Rnds 20-37:

With Color A, Stsc in first, 2 dc in same space, 3 dc in remaining spaces around, join and turn. After Rnd 37, fasten off leaving a long tail to seam to body. Go to Seaming & Finishing.

For Sizes 2X – 5X:

For the remaining sizes, we will be increasing the sleeves.

How to Increase:

Increase Rnd 1:

Increases are best worked under the arm as follows, work 4 dc in the first space, continue in the granny stitch pattern around.

Increase Rnd 2:

Work in the granny stitch until you reach the 4 dc group, 3 dc in center space between the 4 dc sts.

Rnds 22-27:

Stsc in first, 2 dc in same space, 3 dc in remaining spaces around, join and turn.

Rnd 28:

Increase Rnd 1 from previous instructions.

Rnd 29:

Increase Rnd 2 from previous instructions. | 78 sts

Rnds 30-37:

Stsc in first, 2 dc in same space, 3 dc in remaining spaces around, join and turn. After Rnd 37, fasten off leaving a long tail to seam to body. Go to Seaming & Finishing.

For Sizes 4X – 5X:

Rnd 20:

Increase Rnd 1 from previous instructions.

Rnd 21:

Increase Rnd 2 from previous instructions. | 75 sts

Rnds 22-23:

Stsc in first, 2 dc in same space, 3 dc in remaining spaces around, join and turn.

Rnds 24-35:

Repeat Rows 20-23. | 84 sts

Rnds 36-37:

Stsc in first, 2 dc in same space, 3 dc in remaining spaces around, join and turn. After Rnd 37, fasten off leaving a long tail to seam to body. Go to Seaming & Finishing.

Seaming & Finishing

To attach the sleeve, first use stitch markers or sewing pins to secure the top of the sleeve opening to the armhole of the body. Then, sew the sleeve in place using a yarn needle and the tail end of your yarn.

Weave in any ends, block the garment if needed, and enjoy! 

Celebrate the joy of wearing your new handmade sweater! There’s nothing quite like the cozy comfort and unique style of a piece crafted with love. As you enjoy the warmth and beauty of your creation, why not consider starting a new project?

Whether you want to experiment with different colors or try out a new pattern, the possibilities are endless. Dive into your next crochet adventure and create another stunning sweater to add to your collection. If you want a challenge, try one of my colorwork designs like the Pine Sweater or the Fawning Over You Sweater.

If you want to make a Mommy and Me set for the little one in your life, check out the Macchiato Sweater (adult and child sizes are available) or the Heatherly Vest (there are 19 sizes included in this simple wearable)!

Cheers, and happy crocheting!