Briones Sweater

Briones Sweater by ChristaCoDesign

What is Being Made

The Briones Sweater is a crochet sweater pattern designed by Crystal Marin of ChristaCoDesign. This intermediate-level project creates a finished garment suitable for everyday wear, with a design philosophy centered on simplicity and beauty.

Craft and Primary Technique

This pattern is worked entirely in crochet, making it an ideal project for crafters with intermediate crochet skills. Crochet construction allows for flexible fabric drape and relatively quick garment completion compared to knitting, particularly when working with chunky and super chunky yarn weights that create bold, visible stitches.

Yarn Weight and Materials

The Briones Sweater is designed to be worked in #5 bulky weight yarn or super chunky yarn, depending on the desired finished size and drape. Bulky and super chunky yarns are ideal for creating substantial, cozy garments that work up quickly. The pattern includes a yarn requirements chart that specifies yardage amounts for each available size.

Tools and Notions Required

• 6.5 mm crochet hook (US size K-10.5), or appropriate hook size to achieve correct gauge
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Measuring tape for checking gauge and finished measurements
• Scissors for cutting yarn

Stitches and Techniques

While specific stitch details are referenced in the pattern notes section, the construction begins with chain stitches (abbreviated as "Ch") at the beginning of rows, indicating a foundation-based construction method typical of crochet garment patterns. Crafters should be comfortable with fundamental crochet stitches and reading pattern instructions to successfully complete this intermediate project.

Pattern Format

The Briones Sweater is available as a downloadable PDF pattern, allowing immediate access to full instructions and any accompanying charts for sizing and yarn requirements.