Off Shoulder Oversized Crochet Sweater + Dress | Free Pattern + Video

Valentines off shoulder sweater dress free pattern & video
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Get ready to turn heads with this effortlessly chic Oversized Crochet Sweater and/or Dress!

I’m a huge fan of A-line dresses, and this versatile crochet sweater dress is the perfect addition to my spring wardrobe.

And guess what? I only used less than 2 skeins of pooled yarn for this amazing creation (size M).

You can find a detailed video tutorial for this project on my YouTube channel in size M.

If you prefer a handy printable PDF pattern without any distracting ads, you can purchase it from my pattern store.

Alternatively, you can add this project to your Ravelry queue for later crafting time.

DESIGN INSPIRATION

 

Are you looking for a nice outfit for a night out? If so, you might want to try making a planned pooling crochet sweater dress.

It’s easy to put together, easy to wear, and beginner-friendly too.

But what exactly is planned pooling in crochet? Simply put, it’s a technique where you intentionally repeat the same number of stitches per color using variegated pooling yarn to create a specific design or color pattern.

The term “pooling” refers to gathering the same colors together to form a “pool” and achieve a desired pattern or sequence.red pattern or sequence.red pattern or sequence.

Valentines off shoulder sweater dress free pattern & video

I absolutely adore oversized sweaters that can also serve as dresses. And with a little shoulder drape, it’s a complete winner. 

If you’re worried about the pattern being complicated, I’ve got you covered with a step-by-step video tutorial on how to plan pooling using any stitch. Once you’ve got your tension down pat, the rest is easy-peasy! 

And if you’re on the hunt for another exciting planned pooling project, be sure to check out the free pattern for the Argyle Cardigan Jacket. 

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How to plan pooling with any stitch

If you like this crochet oversized sweater dress, then you might also like to check out these other free Crochet patterns here:

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Tools And Materials:

 

Yarn Weight: Category 4
Brand: Caron Jumbo Pooling Yarn
ColorRosewood
Hook: 5.5mm
Gauge: 14.5 Rows x 12.5 Sc = 4 x 4” / 10 x 10 cm
No. Pooling Yarn: XS [S/ M /L/ XL] [2XL/ 3XL /4XL/ 5XL] = : 2 [2/ 2/ 2/ 3] [3/ 3/ 3/ 3] (estimate dep on length)
Tools: tapestry needle, measuring tape, scissors, stitch markers,

Skill: Easy –  Intermediate

CONSTRUCTION

planned pooling

This pattern utilizes the simple Single Crochet stitch for the entire body piece, and a beautiful Paddle Stitch to finish off the edges. It involves working in multiple sequences and counting each stitch is crucial.

Both pieces are worked up in rectangles to create the Argyle/diamond pattern. The pattern comes in nine different sizes, ranging from XS to 5XL, making it suitable for everyone. 

To achieve the desired pattern with any preferred stitch, there is a step-by-step picture and video tutorial available on planned pooling. However, depending on the yarn used, some minor adjustments to the stitches may be necessary.

Though the pattern requires intermediate-level skills, the video tutorial explains each step and guides you throughout the process.

valentines off shoulder sweater dress

I am using Caron Jumbo Pooling Yarn in the color Rosewood and my Mdoker 5.5mm hook throughout. Another great pooling yarn option you check out is the Red Heart  Super Saver Jumbo Pooling Yarn. They have many great color options to choose from!

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Things to Note:

 §  Prepare pattern gauge to get the right size by working the number of Sc Sts per color sequence stated below. You may need to adjust your tension or change hook size to achieve the same gauge.

       Pink – 3 sts

       Green– 3 sts

       White – 4 sts

       Green– 3 sts

       Pink – 3 sts

       Maroon – 4 sts

valentines crochet sweater dress

§  Step by step Video Tutorial available here

§  Abbreviation page available in English US format

 

Your body measurement:

§  Sizes: XS [S/ M /L/ XL] [2XL/ 3XL /4XL/ 5XL]

§  Bust: 30 [34/ 38/ 42/ 46] [50/ 54/ 58/ 60]” or 76 [86/ 96.5/ 106.5/ 117] [127/ 137/ 147/ 152.4]  cm

§  These measurements are only estimates, and is best to measure your work/body along the way.

§  Dress has a positive ease of 2 in/ 5 cm

* I am wearing size Medium and 25In/ 63.5cm in length in these pictures. I am 5″3 (160cm) for reference

**

Argyle Crochet Cardigan Jacket Free pattern

valentines sweater dress

Instructions

PART 1: Body Panel

Working from side to side, choose bet these 3 length sizes. 23/ 25/ 28.5 inches or 58/ 63.5/ 72 cm

Side Note:

Start your slip knot on any color and cont to chain the number of chains called for. (For ref I started on the Pink color before the Maroon)

Once you have reached the exact no. of chains and if it does not end on a new color, cont to add more chains to end on a new color. Your turning chain should be in the next color. (Do this for both pieces)

 

1.    Foundation Row: Chain 71 / 79/ 89, Ch 1 to turn,

2.    Row 1: On the 2nd Ch from hook, work a Sc St. Cont to Sc as per the No. of Sts per color sequence stated below.

       Green– 3 sts

       White – 4 sts

       Green– 3 sts

       Pink – 3 sts

       Maroon – 4 sts

       Pink – 3 sts

It doesn’t matter which color you start with, it will still follow the pattern sequence. Be sure to check your gauge beforehand. (See Notes) 

   3.   
Cont to Sc across the chain until you have reached 71 / 79/ 89 Sts. You might have extra unworked chains like the image below. Ch 1 (tighten this turning chain) and turn work. Undo any remaining chain(s).

velntines off shoulder sweater dress

4.    Row 2: Work a Sc on the 1st St and cont to Sc across the row making sure that the No. of Sts always match the sequence earlier, Ch 1 (tighten this turning chain) and turn work.

5.    Next Rows: Rep Row 2 and cont to Sc each row following the pattern guide in Image 1 for a total of 58 [65/ 73/ 80/ 87] [94/ 102/ 109/ 116] rows or until you have reached your pref width.

6.    Leave a long tail to seam and bind off

valentines off shoulder sweater dress

7.    Make a second piece.

Tip: Try to start slip knot at the same color point as you did on the 1st panel. For ref, I started on the Pink color before the Maroon

valentines off shoulder sweater dress

PART 2: Seaming

Shoulders

1.    Arrange both panels together and place a SM on the 13 [15/ 18/ 22/ 24] [27/ 31/ 33/ 36] row  on each side. This will give you an off the shoulders drape.

2.    With the tail, seam the shoulders together by working Sc Sts through both panels.

3.    Do this on the other side.

4.    Bind off

Sides

1.    Place a SM on the 20 [22/ 23/ 25/ 27] [28/ 30/ 31/ 33] St  from the top of shoulders and Sc down across.

2.    Bind off and rep on the other side

valentines off shoulder sweater dress

PART 3: Paddle Stitch

Turn work RS out

Neckline

1.    Paddle St: Insert your hook along the seam side of the shoulders, and work 1 Hdc, Hdc (1st St, Sk 1, 3rd St) together, Hdc (2nd St, Sk 1, 4th St) together, Cont to Hdc (prev sk St, Sk 1, next St) together until the last St, Slst on to the 1st St to close the round. Watch Paddle Stitch Video Tutorial here

Sleeves

1.    Rep the Paddle stitch on both sides of the sleeves by inserting your hook along the seam side of the underarm hole.

2.    Paddle St: Work 1 Hdc, Hdc (1st St, Sk 1, 3rd St) together, Hdc (2nd St, Sk 1, 4th St) together, Cont to Hdc (prev sk St, Sk 1, next St) together until the last St, Slst on to the 1st St to close the round.

valentines off shoulder sweater dress

Bottom Edging

3.    Bring the bottom panel up and insert your hook along the seam side of the body panel.

4.    Paddle St Row 1:Work 1 Hdc, Hdc (1st St, Sk 1, 3rd St) together, Hdc (2nd St, Sk 1, 4th St) together, Cont to Hdc (prev sk St, Sk 1, next St) together, until the last St, Slst on to the 1st St to close the first row

5.    Row 2: Yo, Work 1 Hdc on the 1st St, Hdc (1st St, Sk 1, 3rd St) together, Hdc (2nd St, Sk 1, 4th St) together, Cont to Hdc (prev sk St, Sk 1, next St) together until the last St, Slst on to the 1st St to close the second row.

6.    Bind off and weave in all loose ends.

valentines off shoulder sweater dress

valentines off shoulder sweater dress

END

Great job if you made it this far! If you have any questions about this pattern, do check out the video tutorial or get in touch with me by dropping a comment below.

And don’t forget to tag me on Instagram and  Facebook @theknottylace, I would love to see your work!

If you are looking for the entire tools used to make this Valentine Crochet Off Shoulder Sweater Dress pattern, I’ve listed them all right here:

♥     5.5mm Mdoker Ergonomic Crochet hook
♥    Caron Jumbo Pooling Yarn in the color Rosewood
♥    Valentines Sweater Dress Printable PDF

valentines off shoulder sweater dress

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