Cinnamon Swirl Sweater - Free Jumper Crochet Pattern for Women in Paintbox Yarns Wool Blend Worsted - Downloadable PDF

Cinnamon Swirl Sweater: A Free Advanced Crochet Jumper Pattern for Women

The Cinnamon Swirl Sweater is a beautifully textured women's pullover jumper worked in crochet, offered as a free downloadable PDF pattern from Paintbox Yarns, exclusively available at LoveCrafts. Rated as an advanced crochet project, this sweater is a rewarding challenge for experienced crocheters who want to expand their skills into crochet cable construction. The design takes its name from the rich, swirling cable motifs that run through the fabric, evoking the look of a classic cinnamon swirl — warm, cosy, and visually striking.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a women's crocheted jumper (sweater) worked flat in multiple pieces that are seamed together. The finished garment features prominent cable detailing across the body, giving it a structured, tactile surface that closely resembles the appearance of a traditionally knitted Aran or cable sweater. The design is available in a range of sizes, making it suitable for a variety of body types. The sweater is worked in a single colourway — Ash — which gives it a neutral, versatile aesthetic that pairs well with a wide range of outfits.

Techniques Used

• Worked flat: The garment pieces are crocheted back and forth in rows rather than in the round, mimicking the construction method common in knitting. This approach allows for precise shaping and clean seaming.
• Crochet cables: The defining feature of this pattern is its use of crochet cable techniques, which create the signature twisted, rope-like texture. Unlike knitting cables, crochet cables are achieved using post stitches — stitches worked around the vertical post of a stitch from a previous row rather than through the top loops. This creates the raised, three-dimensional effect characteristic of cable fabric.
• C2F cable cross: A two-stitch front cable cross worked by skipping one stitch, working a front post double crochet into the next stitch, then crossing back to work into the skipped stitch. This creates a simple twist or braid effect.
• C4F cable cross: A four-stitch front cable cross using front post extended double crochet stitches, skipping two stitches and crossing back to create a wider, more dramatic cable panel.
• Back loop only (BLO) single crochet: Working into the back loop only of each stitch creates a ribbed, stretchy texture ideal for cuffs, hems, and neckbands. This technique is used to achieve a fabric that mimics the elasticity of knitted ribbing.
• Half double crochet (hdc): Used in sections of the garment to create a denser, slightly taller fabric than single crochet, contributing to the overall drape and structure of the sweater.
• Increasing: Shaping is achieved by working two half double crochet stitches into a single stitch to increase the stitch count where needed.

Stitches Used

• Single crochet (sc) / double crochet (UK): The foundational stitch used throughout, particularly in back-loop-only ribbing sections.
• Half double crochet (hdc) / half treble crochet (UK): Used in body sections for a smooth, slightly elevated fabric.
• Front post double crochet (fpdc) / front post treble crochet (UK): A post stitch worked around the front of a stitch's vertical post, essential to forming the cable crosses and adding surface texture.
• Back post double crochet (bpdc) / back post treble crochet (UK): The counterpart to the front post stitch, worked around the back of the post, used to create depth and contrast within the cable panels.
• Front post extended double crochet (fpexdc) / front post extended treble crochet (UK): A taller variation of the front post double crochet, created by adding an extra yarn-round-hook step before completing the stitch. This extra height is what makes the C4F cable cross possible, allowing the stitches to travel far enough across the fabric to form a convincing wide cable.
• Slip stitch (sl st): Used for joining and finishing.
• Chain (ch):