Rosita Sweater in Sirdar Divine - 7328 - Downloadable PDF

Rosita Sweater in Sirdar Divine – Crochet Pattern 7328

The Rosita Sweater in Sirdar Divine (Pattern 7328) is a beautifully textured crochet sweater designed for adults, available in three sizes ranging from 96 cm to 132 cm (37¾ in to 52 in) actual chest measurement. This downloadable PDF pattern is published by Sirdar and is worked entirely in crochet, making it an ideal project for crocheters who want to create a stylish, wearable garment with rich stitch detail. The pattern is notable for including larger sizes, making it an inclusive and versatile choice for a wide range of body types.

Garment Overview

The Rosita Sweater is a full-length pullover sweater featuring long sleeves. The three sizes offer the following finished dimensions:

• Small: 96 cm (37¾ in) actual measurement, 60 cm (23¾ in) full length, 46 cm (18 in) sleeve length
• Medium: 114 cm (45 in) actual measurement, 66 cm (26 in) full length, 47 cm (18½ in) sleeve length
• Large: 132 cm (52 in) actual measurement, 71 cm (28 in) full length, 48 cm (19 in) sleeve length

The sweater is generously sized with an actual rather than fitted measurement, giving it a relaxed, comfortable drape — a quality well suited to the soft, luxurious nature of Sirdar Divine yarn.

Yarn and Materials

This pattern is designed specifically for Sirdar Divine, a DK weight yarn, worked in shade 066 (F068). The yarn requirements vary by size:

• Small: 7 x 50g balls
• Medium: 9 x 50g balls
• Large: 10 x 50g balls

Sirdar Divine is a popular DK yarn known for its soft handle and subtle sheen, making it a pleasure to work with and ideal for garments worn close to the skin. The pattern notes that yarn amounts are based on average requirements when the stated tension and yarn are used, so it is advisable to purchase all balls from the same dye lot.

The only tool required is a 5.00 mm crochet hook (UK 6 / US H/8). Crocheters should always check their tension swatch before beginning, as hook size may need to be adjusted to achieve the correct gauge.

Tension

Achieving the correct tension is emphasised as essential in this pattern. Two separate tension measurements apply:

• Scallop pattern: 10 stitches measure 9 cm (3½ in) and 4 rows measure 4 cm (1½ in) on a 5.00 mm hook
• Rib pattern: 12 stitches and 9 rows measure 10 cm (4 in) on a 5.00 mm hook

If your swatch produces fewer stitches than stated, switch to a thinner hook; if it produces more stitches, use a thicker hook. Getting tension right ensures the sweater will match the intended measurements across all three sizes.

Stitches and Techniques Used

The Rosita Sweater employs a rich variety of crochet stitches and techniques, giving the finished fabric a sophisticated, multi-textured appearance. The pattern combines two distinct stitch patterns — a scallop pattern and a rib pattern — which work together to create visual interest and structural definition.

• Double crochet (dc) – a fundamental crochet stitch used throughout
• Half treble (htr) – adds height variation within stitch patterns
• Treble (tr) – the primary stitch used in the main body fabric
• Slip stitch (ss) – used for joining and in the picot detail
• Chain (ch)