Spring Color Crochet Mesh Sweater Pattern For Stylish Ladies

This step-by-step crochet pattern will guide you through creating a stylish and versatile mesh crochet sweater, perfect for all seasons. Using two simple crochet stitches — treble and double crochet mesh — this project allows for customization with different yarn types, such as alpaca, cotton, or even glitter yarn for a touch of sparkle.

Crochet Mesh Sweater

The pattern is designed to be easy to follow, with the option to adjust the fit by adding more or fewer chains, making it a great project for beginners and experienced crocheters alike. The final product is not only fashionable but also lightweight and breathable, ideal for layering or wearing on its own.

Materials

Hook Size: 6 mm
Yarn: Any blend of leftover yarns such as alpaca blend, cotton, glitter yarn, and silk mohair
Stitch Pattern: Treble crochet mesh and double crochet mesh
Sizing (Creator's Size Small): 60 chains for foundation, 31 rows for main panels

Crocheting the Main Panels (Front and Back)

Foundation Chain:

Measure the desired width (from side seam to side seam).
Chain the required number of stitches (more chains for an oversized fit, fewer for a tight fit).

Row Repeat (The Mesh Pattern):

Alternate between Row 1 (Treble Mesh) and Row 2 (Double Mesh).
Change colors or yarn types every row for a patchwork effect.

Row 1 (Treble Mesh):

Chain 5. Skip the first chain from the last treble crochet.
Yarn over twice for a treble crochet.
Treble Crochet into the next stitch.
Chain 1. Skip 1 stitch. Repeat across the row.

For Row 2 (Double Mesh):

Turn your work.
Change color or yarn (optional).
Chain 4.
Double Crochet into the previous row's Treble Crochet stitch. Chain 1.
Repeat across the row.

Continue alternating Row 1 (Tr) and Row 2 (Dc) until the panel reaches the desired length. For a size small, the creator completed 31 rows.

Adding Shoulders

After completing the main panel, find the center of the top edge to create the neck opening.
Measure the shoulder width (creator used 12 treble crochet stitches).
On the right side of the panel, continue the mesh pattern for 4 extra rows for the shoulders.
Repeat the same process on the left side.
Repeat for the back panel.

Assembly and Sleeves

Assembly:

Sew the two panels together at the sides, leaving space for the armholes.

Sleeves:

Attach your yarn to the armhole and crochet in the round using the two-row mesh repeat pattern.
Continue until the sleeve reaches the desired length (the creator used 10 rows for a tight sleeve).
For a flared mermaid sleeve, increase the number of stitches in the final two rows by adding two treble crochets in one stitch (repeat evenly around the sleeve).