This V-neck crochet sweater pattern is a cozy, stylish project made with simple techniques and clean construction. Worked in easy back loop half double crochet rows, the sweater has a beautiful ribbed texture that adds stretch and comfort. Each section is created as separate panels, making it highly adjustable whether you want an oversized fit or a more classic silhouette.
Crochet V Neck Sweater
The V-neck shaping is smooth and modern, and the ribbed edging gives the sweater a polished finish. This design is great for beginners and experienced crocheters who want a warm, trendy wardrobe piece they can customize in length, width, and sleeve style.
Materials
- Yarn Alize Burcum Classic or similar thick yarn
- Hook 8 mm
- Hook 5.5 mm
- Sweater worked sideways with a foundation chain matching sweater length
- Front panel should be about 20 cm wider than bust for comfort
Crocheting the Front Panel V Neck Shaping
- Create a foundation chain matching desired sweater length
- Work Half Double Crochet in the back bump of each chain
- Chain 2 turn and work HDC in the back loop only across
- Repeat rows until shoulder width is reached
Decrease for the V Neck Shape
- Slip stitch in first four stitches on neckline side to decrease
- Chain 2 and work HDC back loop only to end
- Next row chain 2 turn work HDC back loop only and stop three stitches before the end
- Repeat both decrease rows until V neck depth is reached
- Work one full straight row to form the point of the V
Increase for the Second Shoulder Panel
- Increase three stitches at the end of the center row
- Chain four work HDC in third and fourth chain then continue HDC back loop only
- Repeat increase rows until stitch count returns to original width
- Continue straight HDC back loop rows until matching first shoulder width
Crocheting the Back Panel and Sleeves
- Work straight HDC back loop rows for first shoulder width
- Work one decrease of three stitches then one straight row then one increase of three stitches
- Continue straight rows to match front panel
- For sleeves create rectangular pieces using HDC back loop only
- Use measurements under dropped shoulder seam for sleeve length
Assembly
- Seam front and back panels at shoulders and sides
- Leave armhole opening measuring about 20 to 22 cm
- Fold sleeves seam the sides and attach to armholes
Ribbing Cuffs Hem and V Neck
- Use 5.5 mm hook
- Work one row of Single Crochet around the V neck
- Chain six and work SC back loop only to create ribbing strip
- Slip stitch ribbing to neckline continuing around
- Shorten ribbing to three stitches at center V for clean point
- Resume full ribbing up other side
- For cuffs and hem work ribbing with ten SC back loop stitches
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