Granny Stitch Crochet Jersey Pattern In Color Block

This crochet jersey tutorial is perfect for intermediate crocheters looking for a stylish yet comfortable project. Using the timeless granny stitch, this pattern combines single and double crochet rows with bold color blocks, creating a chic and versatile piece.

Crochet Granny Stitch Jersey

Whether you're making it for casual wear or adding a cozy layer to your wardrobe, this pattern allows plenty of room for customization, such as choosing your own color combinations. It's an ideal project to showcase your crochet skills and create something both functional and fashionable. With clear, step-by-step instructions, you'll be wearing this unique handmade jersey in no time!

The Main Panels (Front and Back)

You will make two identical panels first.

The Bottom Half (Granny Stitch)

Foundation Chain: Begin with a slip knot and chain in multiples of four (e.g., 72 chains).
Add 6 more chains to the end.
Row 1: Count 6 stitches from the hook.
In the 7th chain, work: (1 Double Crochet (DC), 2 DC into the same stitch).
Repeat: Chain 1, skip 3 chains, work 3 DC into the 4th stitch.
End with 1 DC in the very last stitch.
Row 2: Chain 3 (counts as 1 DC), turn, work 2 DC into the first chain-1 space.
Repeat: Chain 1, work 3 DC into the next chain-1 space.
End with 2 DC into the last chain-1 space, then 1 DC into the 3rd stitch of the starting chain.
Row 3: Chain 4, turn, work 3 DC into the next chain-1 space.

Repeat: Chain 1, work 3 DC into the next chain-1 space.

End with 3 DC into the last space, chain 1, then 1 DC into the very last DC from the previous row.
Repeat: Repeat Row 2 and Row 3 alternating until the bottom panel reaches your desired length (e.g., 30 rows).

The Top Half (Colorwork Section)

Transition Row: Chain 1, turn, work 1 Single Crochet (SC) into every stitch, including the chain-1 spaces.
Row 1 (SC): Chain 1, turn, work 1 SC into every stitch.
Row 2 (DC): Chain 2, turn, skip the first stitch, work 1 DC into every stitch until the end.
Row 3 (SC - Optional Color Change): Chain 1, work 1 SC into every stitch.
Repeat: Follow your desired color pattern (e.g., 2 rows of Dark Blue, 3 rows of Orange, 1 row of White).
Finish: Once done with both panels, cut the yarn on the first panel.
Do not cut the yarn on the second panel as you will use it for shaping.

Shaping the Front Panel (V-Neck)

The V-neck is worked on the second panel.

Setup: Locate the center stitch of the top colorwork section (Total Stitches ÷ 2).
Place a stitch marker between the two center stitches.
Start Side 1: Attach your yarn to the right side of the stitch marker.
Chain 2. Work 1 DC in the first stitch.
Work 1 DC in each stitch until 3 stitches remain before the marker.
Row 1 Decrease: Work a DC2TOG over the next two stitches.
Work 1 regular DC in the last stitch before the marker.
Row 2 (Return): Turn your work.
Work 1 DC into the same stitch.
Work a DC2TOG over the next two stitches.
Work 1 DC into every remaining stitch to the end of the row.
Repeat: Repeat the decrease and return rows for a total of 10 rows on this side.
Side 2: Repeat the same process on the other side of the stitch marker.

Shaping the Back Panel (Shoulders)

Top Section: Attach yarn to the top of the panel.
Work 1 DC into every stitch for 10 rows.

Assembly and Edging

Shoulder Seams

Seam: Lay the Front Panel on top of the Back Panel, with the right sides facing together.
Attach yarn to both panels at the outer edge.
Slip stitch into the back loops only of every stitch across both shoulders until you reach the V-neck.
Finish: Turn the work right side out.

Arm Hole Edging (Sleeves)

Start: Count 3 rows down on the main color.
Attach yarn through both panels to start the armhole.
Row 1 (SC Edging): Work 2 SC into the end of each previous row around the armhole opening.
Slip stitch to the first SC to join.
Row 2 (DC Round): Chain 2, turn.
Skip the first stitch.
Work 1 DC into every stitch around.
Slip stitch to join.
Repeat: Continue repeating the DC Round until you reach your desired sleeve length.
For the final edging, reattach yarn and work 1 SC into each stitch around.

Body Seaming (Sides)

Seam: Turn the jersey inside out again.
Using the same color yarn, attach at the bottom of the armhole.
Slip stitch down the side edges until you reach the bottom.

Neckline Ribbing

Row 1 (SC Edging): Attach yarn to the side of the neckline.
Work 2 SC into the end of each DC row along the V-neck opening.
Ribbing Prep: Chain 5 (4 for height + 1 for turn).
Skip 1 chain from the hook and work 4 SC.
Repeat this pattern all the way around the neckline.
Seaming: When finished, cut yarn leaving a long tail.
Use a yarn needle to stitch the starting and ending edges of the ribbing strip together.
Sew the V-neck section down to secure the collar.