What you'll need
| Sizes: | Small | Medium | Large | 1X |
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| Finished Bust Size, in: | 40 | 44 | 48 | 52 |
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5 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Product Description
This easy modular sweater pattern starts with an easy to remember cabled bottom worked in rows with the remainder of the pattern worked in half double crochet.
The only seams are for the bottom band and for the shoulders while the sleeves are crocheted right into the armholes.
Sweater has 6" of positive ease from bust measurement.
You will need to know:
Half double crochet Double Crochet Front post treble crochet Front post double crochet Back post double crochet
Comfy Cable Sweater by Brandi Isham
What is Being Made
The Comfy Cable Sweater is a crochet pullover designed to provide a cozy, textured garment with classic cable-inspired detailing. This intermediate-level project is available in four sizes: Small, Medium, Large, and 1X, with finished bust circumferences of 40, 44, 48, and 52 inches respectively. The sweater features a structured construction with a ribbed bottom band and a body section that showcases dimensional stitch patterns.
Crochet Techniques Used
This design employs post stitches to create the cable effect characteristic of the sweater's visual appeal. The construction begins with a bottom band worked in rows, which is then seamed to form a circular foundation. The body is subsequently joined to the band and worked in the round, allowing for seamless integration of the textured stitch patterns. The use of front post and back post stitches creates the dimensional cable appearance without requiring traditional cable crossing techniques.
Stitches Used
- Hdc (Half Double Crochet) – Forms the foundation and primary structure of the ribbed bottom band and body sections
- Dc (Double Crochet) – Used throughout the pattern to create height and texture variation
- Fpdc (Front Post Double Crochet) – Creates the raised cable effect by working around post stitches from previous rows
- Bpdc (Back Post Double Crochet) – Works behind post stitches to add dimensional texture and contrast
- Fptr (Front Post Treble) – Adds additional height and prominence to the cable design elements
Materials and Specifications
This sweater is worked with Aran weight yarn, which provides excellent stitch definition for showcasing the cable patterns. The pattern calls for Hobby Lobby's I Love This Yarn in the Peacock colorway, a 100% acrylic option available in 7-ounce skeins with 355 yards per skein. Yardage requirements are 5 skeins for Small and Medium sizes, 6 skeins for Large, and 7 skeins for 1X. A size K/10.5mm crochet hook is used throughout the project. The recommended gauge is 12 half double crochets by 9 rows equaling 4 inches, ensuring proper fit and fabric drape.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran |
| Pages: | 3 |
| Designer: | brandi isham |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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