Pullover mit V-Ausschnitt in Schachenmayr Micro Grande - 4804 - Downloadable PDF

Pullover mit V-Ausschnitt in Schachenmayr Micro Grande – Crochet Pattern 4804

This free downloadable PDF pattern from Schachenmayr (pattern number 4804) guides crocheters through the construction of a classic V-neck pullover sweater. Designed with a clean, structured silhouette, this project is ideal for crocheters who are comfortable working flat panels and assembling a finished garment. The pattern is available in two sizes, making it accessible to a range of wearers.

What Is Being Made

The finished project is a crocheted V-neck pullover (Pullover mit V-Ausschnitt), worked in separate flat pieces that are later seamed together. The garment consists of four main sections: a back panel (Rückenteil), a front panel (Vorderteil), and two sleeves (Ärmel). The V-neck shaping gives the sweater a timeless, versatile look suitable for everyday wear.

Construction Method

The pullover is worked using a flat, piece-by-piece construction method — a traditional approach in crochet garment making where each section is crocheted separately and then sewn or joined together at the seams. This technique allows for precise shaping and easier blocking of individual panels before assembly.

• Back panel: Worked straight from the bottom up, beginning with a foundation chain of 108 (117) chain stitches, producing 35 (38) pattern repeats plus 2 edge stitches, for a total of 107 (116) stitches. Armhole shaping begins after 41 (39) cm by leaving 6 stitches unworked on each side, continuing over the central 95 (104) stitches. The back panel is completed at a total height of 64 cm.
• Front panel: Worked identically to the back panel up to the armhole point at 41 cm, at which stage the work is divided at the centre to create the V-neck opening. Each side is then finished separately. The V-neck shaping is achieved by leaving 1 stitch unworked on the neck edge in each row, repeated 24 (23) times, resulting in 23 (29) remaining stitches per shoulder. The front panel is also completed at 64 cm total height.
• Sleeves: Each sleeve begins with a foundation chain of 54 (63) chain stitches, yielding 17 (20) pattern repeats plus 2 edge stitches, for a total of 53 (62) stitches. Sleeve shaping begins after 8 rows, with increases worked on both sides — once immediately, then once in every second row — to build the sleeve cap gradually.

Techniques Used

Several core crochet techniques are employed throughout this pattern, making it an excellent project for crocheters looking to develop their garment-making skills:

• Foundation chain (Luftmaschen): Each piece begins with a counted chain to establish the correct width.
• Working in a stitch pattern (Grundmuster): The entire garment is worked in a defined repeat stitch pattern (Musterrapporte), which gives the fabric its texture and visual interest. The pattern is structured around repeating units, with edge stitches (Rand-Maschen) worked on each side for neat finishing.
• Armhole shaping: Achieved by leaving stitches unworked (unbehäkelt lassen) at the beginning of rows, a clean and common method for creating straight armhole edges in crochet.
• V-neck shaping: The front is split at the centre and each half is worked independently, with gradual decreases along the neck edge created by leaving one stitch unworked per row.
• Sleeve shaping: Increases are worked at regular intervals to shape the sleeve from cuff to cap, using a combination of immediate and every-second-row increases.
• Seaming and assembly: Once all four pieces are complete, the garment is assembled by joining the panels at the shoulders, sides, and sleeve seams.

Stitches Used

The pattern is built around a repeating stitch pattern