Emsam Pullover

Emsam Pullover by Veronika Cromwell

What is Being Made

The Emsam Pullover is a crocheted sweater designed as a comfortable, oversized pullover with a boxed fit and dropped shoulder sleeves. This intermediate-level crochet project is available in nine sizes ranging from XS to 5XL, with finished chest measurements from 89cm to 185cm. The pullover features 15cm of positive ease, making it an intentionally relaxed, contemporary silhouette suitable for layering or wearing as a standalone piece.

Crochet Techniques and Construction

This pattern employs Tunisian crochet as its primary technique, which creates a fabric with characteristics between traditional crochet and knitting. Tunisian crochet produces a denser, more structured fabric that drapes beautifully while maintaining excellent stitch definition. The pattern utilizes both a 7mm Tunisian crochet hook for the main fabric construction and a 3mm standard crochet hook for finishing details, allowing the designer to achieve varied textures and refined edges throughout the garment.

Stitches Used

While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the provided content, the pattern incorporates Tunisian crochet stitches as the foundation of the design. The combination of two different hook sizes suggests the use of foundational Tunisian stitches for the body and sleeves, with standard crochet stitches employed for finishing techniques such as edging and seam work.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

• Yarn: Stylecraft Special 4-ply in Parchment colorway; 100% acrylic fiber; 422 meters per 100g ball
• Yarn Quantity: 4 to 8 balls depending on size (XS requires 4 balls; 5XL requires 8 balls); alternatively, 335 to 720 grams or 1414 to 3039 metres of 4-ply weight yarn
• Hooks: 7mm Tunisian crochet hook (primary construction) and 3mm standard crochet hook (finishing)
• Additional Supplies: Yarn needle for weaving in ends and yarn needle for seaming; scissors

Finished Dimensions

The Emsam Pullover is offered in a comprehensive size range with the following specifications:

• XS: 89cm chest, 53cm total length, 48cm sleeve circumference
• S: 100cm chest, 54cm total length, 49cm sleeve circumference
• M: 116cm chest, 56cm total length, 49cm sleeve circumference
• L: 125cm chest, 56cm total length, 51cm sleeve circumference
• XL: 137cm chest, 56cm total length, 51cm sleeve circumference
• 2XL: 149cm chest, 57cm total length, 52cm sleeve circumference
• 3XL: 160cm chest, 57cm total length, 52cm sleeve circumference
• 4XL: 172cm chest, 58.5cm total length, 53cm sleeve circumference
• 5XL: 185cm chest, 58.5cm total length, 53cm sleeve circumference

Skill Level and Suitability

Rated as an intermediate difficulty pattern, the Emsam Pullover is suitable for crocheters with foundational skills who are ready to explore Tunisian crochet techniques. The pattern's use of two hook sizes and the construction of a fitted garment with dropped sleeves requires understanding of shaping, tension consistency, and finishing techniques. This project offers an excellent opportunity to develop proficiency in Tunisian crochet while creating a wearable, contemporary garment.