Spring is in the air and Valentine’s day is just around the corner. So here is a quick and easy Oversized Crochet Sweater and/or Dress to impress the best.
For me, I am a sucker for A-line dresses and this crochet sweater dress aka oversized sweater is everything I need this Spring. And did you know I only used less than *2 skeins of pooled yarn for this! (* for size M).
This pattern tutorial is also available on my YouTube channel where it is worked up in size M. However, If you would like a printable PDF copy of this pattern with no distracting ads, it is available for purchase in my pattern store. Or just add this to your Ravelry queue for later.
DESIGN INSPIRATION
Valentines Day and Spring is what’s giving me the spring in my steps. It’s so easy to wear, easy to whip up, and pretty in pink isn’t always so bad, now is it?
So, what exactly is Planned Pooling in Crochet?
Well, Planned Pooling is basically a technique where the same number of stitches per color is intentionally repeated using variegated pooling yarn to produce a specific design or color pattern.
The term pooling refers to gathering the same color/s together forming a “pool” to achieve a desired pattern or sequence.
I love me an oversized sweater that can also be doubled up as a dress. And with a little shoulder drape, heck yes, please.
And if you think this pattern is going to be hard, well here is a step-by-step video tutorial on how to pool using any stitch. And I promise, once you have mastered your tension, the rest as they say is a breeze!
And if you’re looking for another planned pooling project, then go and check out the Argyle Cardigan Jacket Free Pattern here.
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If you like this crochet oversized sweater dress, then you might also like to check out these other free Crochet patterns here:
Café Latte Dress
Heather Sweater Dress
Shimmery Cocktail Dress
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Tools And Materials:
Yarn Weight: Category 4
Brand: Caron Jumbo Pooling Yarn
Color: Rosewood
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
This pattern uses the very basic Single Crochet stitch throughout the entire body piece and a pretty Paddle Stitch to finish off the edges. And while working in multiple sequences, counting each stitch is quite necessary.
Both pieces are worked up in rectangles in order to achieve the Argyle/ diamond pattern. And it also comes in 9 awesome sizes from XS to 5XL!
I have a full step-by-step picture and video tutorial here about planned pooling showing you the exact method on how to achieve the desired pattern you want, using any of your preferred stitches! However, depending on the type of yarn you use, you may need to tweak your stitched a tiny bit.
Although this pattern is suited more for the intermediate level, this video tutorial should be able to explain each step and guide you throughout the entire process.
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
§ 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
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).
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
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
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
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.
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.
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 Valentines 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
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Happy hooking,
Shaz 
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