This made to measure V stitch raglan crochet sweater is a beginner friendly top down design that creates a beautiful drape and customizable fit. Worked in the round with simple increases, this sweater requires no sewing and features a seamless look that flatters every body.
Crochet V Stitch Raglan
Using basic double crochet V stitches, you can easily adjust the width and length of the body and sleeves to craft a personalized garment perfect for layering year round. With added ribbing on the neckline, sleeves, and hem, this sweater looks polished while staying cozy. Whether you are new to garments or looking for a relaxing project, this versatile pattern will quickly become a go to favorite.
Materials
- Worsted weight yarn
- 5.5 mm hook
- 4 stitch markers
- Scissors
Starting Chain and Yoke Foundation
- Measure neckline and chain to fit
- Example uses 100 chains
- Divide stitches for four sections: front, back, and two shoulders
- Join chain to form loop
- Place four markers following chosen stitch counts
Yoke Round 1
- Ch 1
- SC to first marker
- In marker stitch work SC ch 1 SC and move marker to ch 1
- Repeat around
- Sl st to first SC
Working the V Stitch Yoke
Yoke Round 2
- Ch 2
- Skip 1 stitch and work V stitch in next
- Repeat V stitch skip 1 to corner
- At corner work three V stitches across the corner area
- Sl st to complete and move to center of V stitch
Yoke Round 3
- Work V stitch in each V stitch to corner
- At corner place DC before marked V stitch
- Work V stitch in marked V stitch and move marker
- Place DC after marked V stitch
- Repeat around
Continue the Yoke
- Alternate Increase Type 1 and Increase Type 2 rounds
- Continue until yoke fits comfortably at the underarm
Separating the Sleeves and Body
Armhole Chain
- Fasten off and fold to align markers
- Reattach yarn at back marker
- Chain desired even number for underarm
- Sl st to front marker
- Repeat second side
The Body
- Reattach yarn at back center
- Work V stitch in every V stitch
- Work V stitches evenly across underarm chain
- Continue to desired length and fasten off
Sleeves and Ribbing
Sleeves
- Attach yarn at underarm
- Work V stitch all round
- Repeat until sleeve length is reached
Optional Decreases
- Row 1: Alternate V stitch and DC around
- Row 2: Work DC around and sl st to close
Ribbing Cuffs Neckline and Hem
- Chain to desired rib height
- Row 1: SC in back loop only down the chain
- Slip stitch twice to sweater edge
- Turn and SC in back loop only up row
- Repeat ribbing rows until full circle
- Turn inside out and slip stitch rib seam closed
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