Free Lacy Flower Crochet Sweater Pattern With Easy Panel Construction

The Lacy Flower Sweater crochet pattern is a relaxed, softly textured design built from simple panels and an eye catching floral lace stitch. This pattern guides you through creating a cozy yet airy sweater using a ribbed hem and repeating flower motifs that add depth without heaviness.

Crochet Lacy Flower Sweater

Designed with comfort in mind, it works beautifully as an oversized layer for cooler days while still feeling breathable. The construction is straightforward, making it ideal for crocheters who enjoy working flat pieces and assembling them at the end. With adjustable length and sleeve options, this sweater can be easily customized to suit different fits and styling preferences.

Preparation

Yarn used is Daiso Fluffy in brown with approximately 210g total
Hook size is 6.0 mm
Sweater is made using four panels including one front, one back, and two sleeves

Body Panels Front and Back

Ribbed Hem Worked Sideways

Chain 6 loosely
Single crochet into the back bumps starting from the second chain from the hook for a total of 5 stitches
Chain 1 and turn, work single crochet in the back loop only for the first 4 stitches and both loops for the last stitch
Repeat the ribbing rows until you reach 72 rows or approximately 56 cm in width

Transition and Base Row

Work single crochet evenly along the long edge of the ribbing with one stitch per row
Chain 3 and turn, then work double crochet in every stitch across

Flower Pattern Row 1

Work 3 double crochet
Chain 2, skip 2 stitches, work treble crochet in the next stitch, chain 2, skip 2 stitches
Work 3 double crochet, chain 1, skip 1 stitch, then work 3 double crochet
Repeat this sequence across the row

For Flower Pattern Row 2 Large Petals

Chain 3, turn, and work 1 double crochet
Chain 4, work 3 single crochet around the treble crochet from the previous row, then chain 4
Work 3 double crochet over the previous double crochet group
Repeat this pattern across

Flower Pattern Row 3

Chain 3, turn, work 1 double crochet, then work 2 double crochet into the chain 4 space
Chain 2 and work treble crochet into the middle single crochet, then chain 2
Work 2 double crochet into the chain 4 space, 1 double crochet on the next stitch, chain 1, skip 1 stitch, 1 double crochet, then 2 double crochet into the chain 4 space
Repeat across the row

Solid Row

Work double crochet across the row placing 2 double crochet in chain 2 spaces, 1 double crochet in treble crochet stitches, and 1 double crochet in chain 1 spaces

Panel Length

Back panel is worked for 6 full flower repeats reaching approximately 48 cm
Front panel is worked slightly shorter reaching approximately 47 cm

Sleeve Panels Make 2

Chain 6 and work ribbing rows in back loop only single crochet for 24 rows or approximately 17 cm
Work double crochet evenly along the ribbing edge increasing to a total of 49 stitches
Follow the same flower pattern used for the body panels
Continue until you have 6 flower repeats or approximately 48 cm in length

Assembly and Finishing

Sew shoulder seams from the outer edges toward the center leaving space for the neckline
Align the center of each sleeve with the shoulder seam and sew in place
Sew side seams of the body and underarm seams of the sleeves continuously
Leave the ribbed hem open at the sides and slightly overlap for side slits
Finish the neckline by working one round of single crochet evenly around the opening