Wrap yourself in romance with this beautifully designed crochet sweater adorned with delicate roses. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, this sweater captures the charm of love with its soft textures and graceful floral details. Whether you're celebrating with a special someone or simply treating yourself, this sweater is a cozy yet fashionable statement of warmth and beauty.
The design stands out with its top-down construction, non-sewn features, and customizable rose appliqués. The blend of elegant crochet stitches, ribbed edges, and vibrant floral accents creates a balance between romantic and casual styles. Choose a red hue for bold Valentine vibes or classic white for a softer, timeless look. With its lightweight yet comfortable fit, this sweater combines artistry and wearability, making it ideal for any occasion while offering countless ways to personalize the design to your liking.
Credit WONDER NETTING
Materials & Tools Needed
- Yarn: 8 skeins of light worsted yarn (50g/100m per skein). You can use a bulkier yarn, like size 3 or 4 (DK weight) for a faster project.
- Crochet hooks: 3.5 mm hook and 5 mm hook.
- Additional tools: Scissors, tape measure, stitch markers, and a needle.
Finished Size & Customization Ideas
- Approximate size:
- Ribbing width: 2.5 cm
- Ribbing circumference: 66 cm
- Body length from ribbing: 29 cm + 27 cm (not including neck and sleeve ribbing)
- Sleeve length: 54 cm
- Customization Ideas:
- Adjusting yarn weight: Using bulkier yarn will result in a thicker, faster project.
- Longer straps/body: Add more rows/rounds to achieve the desired length.
- Color changes: Mix and match yarn colors for the ribbing, body, and roses, creating a more vibrant or thematic look.
Pattern Abbreviations & Terminology
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- dc: double crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- st: stitch
- inc: increase (2 stitches in one stitch)
- dec: decrease (combine two stitches together)
Crochet Instructions
1. The Ribbing:
- Using a 3.5 mm hook, ch 6.
- Row 1: From second ch from hook, make 5 sc. Ch 1, turn.
- Rows 2-92: Continue making 5 sc through the back loop only, ch 1, turn.
- Join the two edges with 4 sl st.
2. The Body:
- Switch to a 5 mm hook.
- Ch 2, and dc into each row of the ribbing (total of 92 dc).
- Continue in the round without joining the round.
3. Creating Raglan Lines:
- Place markers to split the stitches:
- First marker (18 st for sleeve)
- Second marker (28 st for the front)
- Third marker (18 st for sleeve)
- Fourth marker (28 st for the back)
- Increase Round: 3 dc into each marked stitch, place marker on center dc.
- Alternate between increase round and regular round until the reglan lines reach underarms.
4. Joining the Sleeve and Body:
- Join front and back of the sweater underarms, forming sleeves.
- Continue crocheting the body in the round until desired length.
5. Bottom Ribbing:
- Ch 7, 6 sc from second ch from hook, ch 1, turn.
- Continue in pattern until ribbing reaches around bottom of sweater, join with sl st.
6. Sleeves:
- Start with chain 2 at the sleeve joint, continue with dc.
- Make 3 decreases for underarm, one at start and one close to end dc.
- Continue in round until desired sleeve length.
- For sleeve cuff, repeat ribbing pattern same as bottom ribbing.
7. Roses:
- Large Roses:
- Ch 31.
- Foundation row: (sc, hdc, 2 dc, 2 dc, sc, hdc, 2 dc) repeat.
- Second row: ch 2, turn, [2 dc in each stitch], finish, roll and sew.
- Medium Roses:
- Ch 21, Single crochet, follow same pattern but shorter in length.
- Small Roses:
- Ch 16, Single crochet, roll and sew.
Attach roses around the neckline and sleeves once you are done.
