Puff Ripple Stitch Sweater Crochet Pattern

This puff ripple crochet sweater is a made-to-measure design built around an easy two-row repeat that creates a beautifully textured and cozy fabric. The pattern is fully customizable, allowing you to adjust width, length, colors, and sleeve fit to your exact measurements.

Crochet Puff Ripple Stitch Sweater

Whether you want a fitted look or a relaxed oversized style, this sweater adapts perfectly. With simple construction using two body panels and two sleeves, it is an ideal project for anyone who enjoys rhythmic stitching and a visually striking ripple effect created by alternating puff stitches and single crochet rows.

Materials

Yarn worsted weight
Hook 6.0 mm
Scissors yarn needle stitch markers and tape measure

Puff Ripple Stitch Pattern

Create a foundation using chainless single crochet in a multiple of 17.
Chain 2 and turn then work 3 dc2tog over the first 6 stitches.
Chain 1 then work 5 puff stitches each secured with chain 1.
Work 6 dc2tog over the next 12 stitches then chain 1.
Work 5 puff stitches each secured with chain 1.
Repeat the sequence across and finish with 3 dc2tog over the final 6 stitches then change color.
Chain 1 and turn then work single crochet into every stitch and each chain 1 space across.
Change color at the last pull through.
Repeat the two row sequence until the panel reaches the length you need.

Sweater Construction Steps

Crochet Two Body Panels

Crochet two identical rectangular panels using the stitch repeat until they reach your preferred length.

Shape the Shoulders

After the final repeat row work two rows of shaping stitches using double crochet half double crochet and single crochet.
Leave a neckline opening by keeping center stitches unworked.

Sew the Shoulders

Place both panels with right sides facing.
Sew the shoulder seams and keep the neckline open.

Crochet Two Sleeves

Begin with chainless single crochet in the round.
Join carefully to avoid twisting.
Work the two row puff ripple repeat in the round turning at the start of each row.
Continue until the sleeve reaches the desired length.
Finish with a final round of mixed stitches for a straight edge.