How To Crochet Chunky Sweater Pattern With Simple Stitches

This crochet pattern guides you step-by-step to create a simple yet stylish chunky sweater that’s perfect for any season. Using basic stitches like half double crochet and single crochet, this sweater is a great project for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike.

Crochet Chunky Sweater

The final product features a cozy fit, with a ribbed edging for added texture and comfort. The pattern is customizable in terms of length and width, allowing you to make a sweater tailored to your style. Whether you're crafting it for yourself or as a gift, this sweater is sure to become a wardrobe staple.

Back Panel

Start: Make a slip knot and chain 70 stitches, plus one more chain for turning.
Row 1: Work 63 half double crochets, and then 7 single crochets for the ribbing.
Subsequent Rows: Every time you turn, chain one.
The pattern alternates between starting with 7 single crochets followed by half double crochets, and starting with half double crochets and ending with 7 single crochets.
Completion: Work a total of 39 rows.
After the last row, chain one and leave some yarn for sewing.

Front Panel

Start: Make a slip knot and chain 70 stitches, plus one for turning.
Rows 1-11: Work 11 rows using the same half double crochet and single crochet pattern as the back panel.
Shape Neckline (Row 12): Begin shaping the neckline by skipping the last five stitches of the row.
Chain one and continue working in the same pattern.
You will have 58 half double crochets and 7 single crochets.
Continue until you have a total of 28 rows.
Complete Neckline: After finishing the 28th row, add five chains plus one more on the side to bring the stitch count back to the original.
Completion: Continue working until you reach 39 rows in total.

Sleeves

Start: Chain 58 stitches plus one for turning.
Pattern: The sleeve is worked in the same way as the back panel, but with six single crochets for the ribbing instead of seven.
Completion: Work a total of 27 rows.

Assembly

Sleeves: Fold the sleeve, chain one, and use slip stitches to join both sides.
Work into the back loop on one side and into the chain on the other.
Shoulders: Attach the front and back panels at the shoulders by sewing them together with a yarn needle.
Attach Sleeves: Sew the sleeves to the sweater from the sides, starting at the bottom of the sweater and working along the length of the sleeve.
Use stitch markers to hold the sleeves in place.

Neckline Edging

Step 1: Join the yarn and make single crochets all around the neckline.
Step 2: Join with a slip stitch once you reach the beginning.
Step 3: Chain five. Work single crochets starting from the second chain from the hook.
Step 4: Insert the hook into the fourth chain, grab the yarn, and pull through.
Then insert the hook into the next stitch on the edging and pull through all three loops on the hook.
Step 5: Insert the hook into the next stitch on the edging, yarn over and pull through.
Repeat for the next stitch and then pull through all three loops on the hook.
Step 6: Turn your work, skip the first stitch, and work four single crochets.
Completion: Chain one and repeat the same pattern.