Crochet Cold Shoulder Sweater

The Crochet Cold Shoulder Sweater is an absolute must-have for adding a touch of trendy flair to your wardrobe while keeping cozy and stylish. The intricate crochet detailing and the playful cold shoulder design give this sweater a fun and modern twist that will effortlessly elevate your outfit. Whether you're heading out for a casual brunch with friends or cozying up at home, this sweater is sure to become your new favorite piece for any occasion!

Materials You’ll Need

• Crochet hook
• Yarn in your favorite colors
• Stitch markers
• Scissors
• Yarn needle

Step-by-Step Crochet Pattern

Step 1: Foundation and Initial Rows

Start with a slip knot and chain three. Make a foundation double crochet into the first chain. Continue this pattern until your foundation chain fits comfortably around your body (ensure it’s an even number of stitches). Join with a slip stitch and chain two (this chain doesn’t count as a stitch).

Step 2: Textured Stitching

Row 1: Begin with a double crochet in the same chain. Then alternate between a front post double crochet and a regular double crochet for the entire row. Join the round with a slip stitch at the top of the first double crochet and chain two to begin the next row.

Step 3: Continue the Body of the Sweater

Repeat the alternating stitch pattern in reverse order from the previous row. Continue these rounds until the sweater reaches your desired length. Feel free to switch yarn colors by joining a new color in the last loop of the final stitch in a round.

Step 4: Finishing the Edges

Bottom Edge: Add two rounds of half double crochet for a neat finish. Start each round with a chain one and join with invisible joins for a seamless look.

Step 5: Sleeves

Begin each sleeve with a round of foundation double crochets that fit snugly around your arm. Match the textured pattern from the sweater body for a cohesive look. To taper the sleeves, decrease by combining two stitches every few rows as you go. Continue until the sleeves reach your desired length.

Step 6: Cold Shoulder Straps and Neckline

Straps: Attach yarn at the desired points, chain to the desired length, and attach on the opposite side. Repeat for the second strap.

Neckline: Join yarn at the back and work rounds of half double crochets along the neckline, straps, and back for a polished finish.

Step 7: Attaching the Sleeves

Align your sleeves with the armholes using stitch markers. Secure by crocheting around the armholes, connecting the sleeves to the sweater body with half double crochets.

Step 8: Final Touches

Seam any underarm gaps by stitching across. Weave in all loose ends to complete your cozy cold shoulder sweater.