If you’re looking for the perfect fall layering piece, this Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater is a really fun DIY make. This free crochet pattern is size-inclusive, made to measure, and uses simple stitches for beginners. We love the cozy, modern look and all the beautiful texture. Whether you’re new to crocheting garments or wanting a super relaxing project, this sweater is a comfy staple you will start wearing in fall and probably right into spring!
The full instructions for the Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater is posted below for you to view for free. You can use the interactive table of contents below this section to help you navigate around our post.
“Yarn Curious” + “Pattern Refresh” 🌿
We’re starting something new called “Yarn Curious”. It’s what happens when we discover a yarn we are desperate to crochet and we pair it with one of our favorite existing patterns. For the Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater, we were curious about how the yarn Hobbii Kind Feather would look and feel. Would it drape? Would it be soft? How would it flow on and off the hook? So we turned to a pattern we absolutely love…the Oversized Tweed Easy Chunky Crochet Sweater, to help us test it out. The original version was made from a super warm heavier weight yarn in grey tweed, and we have always wanted something lighter in weight and color in our wardrobe for fall.
In addition, this also became a “Pattern Refresh“, because we slightly tweaked the pattern. First, we added more triple crochets to create more drape. We love the original chunky version (especially when its super cold outside), however adding more draping stitches gave the sweater more flow for fall. Then, we chose a simpler stitch for the sleeves to highlight the beautiful simplicity of the Kind Feather yarn by providing a soft contrast to the main panels. Finally, we removed the ribbing from the body and neckline to give the sweater an overall lighter, airier feel that was perfect for fall.
We thought our viewers may want all the yarn details and instructions in the one place – so we have decided to blog about them as “Yarn Curious” or “Pattern Refresh” patterns, or as in this case….both! You can find everything you need below, including an interactive table of contents to help you jump straight to the sections you’re after.
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DESCRIPTION of The Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater
The Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater is an oversized, long-sleeved design featuring a fun blend of puff stitches and half double crochet for texture and drape. It has ribbing on the sleeves, and has a gentle V-neckline that can be customized. While the pattern is designed to fall below the hips, it’s easy to adjust for a cropped or waist-length fit.
This is a free, beginner-friendly crochet pattern that’s size-inclusive and made to measure. It’s written with worsted weight (weight 4) yarn in mind, but since it’s fully adjustable, your gauge doesn’t need to be exact. This is a great project for crocheters of all levels.
CROCHET MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
The Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater pattern instructions are made to measure, based on your desired measurements.
At Kiks + Jack Crochet, we aim to design patterns that are made to measure, not traditional graded sizes like XS – 5XL. This allows you to create home made garments that truly fit your body. The made to measure approach also gives you more flexibility with the yarn and gauge you use. That said, we understand that taking measurements isn’t always convenient, so we have also included standard sizing guidelines below.
To use the Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater pattern you will need the following measurements and you should write them down for easy reference:
Chest/Bust: Measure around the fullest part of your chest/bust. Do not draw the tape too tightly.
Finished length: Measure from top of your shoulder towards your waistline and stop where you would like this crochet top to end.
Length to armpit: Measure from where you would like the top to end up to bottom of your armpit
Arm Length: Measure from armpit to where you would like your sleeve to end.
Armhole Depth: Measure from the top outside edge of the shoulder down to the armpit
Wrist Circumference: Measure from one point on your wrist all around your wrist.
If you would like to use standard sizing for the chest/bust – then for XS (S, M , L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL) use approximately 28-30 (32-34, 36-38, 40-42, 44-46, 48-50, 52-54, 56-58, 60-62) inches or 71-76 (81-86, 91-96, 102-107, 112-117, 122-127, 132-137, 142-147, 152-158) centimetres.
If you would like to use standard sizing for armhole depth – then use approximately 6-6.5 (6.5-7, 7-7.5, 7.5-8, 8-8.5, 8.5-9, 9-9.5, 9.5-10, 10-10.5) inches or 15.5-16.5, 16.5-17.5, 17.5-19, 19-20.5, 20.5-21.5, 21.5-23, 23-24, 24-25.5, 25.5-26.5) centimetres
If you would like to use standard sizing for arm length – then use approximately 16.5 (17, 17, 17.5, 17.5, 18, 18, 18.5, 18.5) inches or 42 (43, 43, 44.5, 44.5, 45.5, 45.5, 47, 47) centimetres
Note: The Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater is designed as an oversized fit with significant positive ease.
CROCHET GAUGE for The Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater
The Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater pattern is made to measure and can accommodate for different gauges. You do not need to match our swatch. However try to select a yarn weight and hook size that is similar to ours.
For this version, we used a weight 3/Light Worsted/DK yarn and hook size 4.5.
CROCHET MATERIALS for The Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater
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Yarn brand: Hobbii Kind Feather, Weight 3/DK/Light Worsted. 100g per skein and 257 yards (or 235m) per skein. Approximately 4.5 skeins or 450 grams and 1157 yards (or 1057 m) used for Kiks + Jacks version with a finished width of 19 inches and a finished length of 24 inches.
We used Heartland by Lion brand yarn for the original version. You can purchase it here on Amazon or here on the Lion Brand website.
Crochet Hook (we used 4.5mm). We use many different crochet hooks and if you are looking for some great budget friendly ergonomic crochet hooks try these from Amazon. It comes in a set and the grip and the shape is amazing for beginner crocheters. We also love the slightly more pricey crochet hooks from Clover Crochet Hooks and the beautiful Furls Crochet Hooks (these are so stunning, we just love looking at them!)
Yarn Winder!!! (Our new LOVE). We have held off on a yarn winder for a long time. We love the idea of crochet being simple with just a hook and some yarn. However we decided to get this yarn winder, because it was affordable and we weren’t sure about investing in a super fancy one yet. We love it because it breathes life back into scrappy yarn lying around that looks messy. It’s simple to use and is holding up really well for us.
Measuring Tape. We use a super budget friendly measuring tape. Make sure it has cm and inches (not all patterns are written with both). We are always crocheting on the go so we like our tapes small and compact and we put one in our design area, one in our bag and one in our car. Retractable works best! We use these super cheap mini measuring tapes from Amazon.
Stitch Markers. We use these locking crochet stitch markers from Amazon and these stitch markers that do not lock. They are cheap and colourful.
Blocking Pins. You should buy more pins than you think you need. If you are going to take the time to block don’t skimp on the pins. We like T shaped stainless steel pins that don’t rust when they get wet. We love these blocking T pins from Amazon and the tin means the pins don’t fall out on the floor.
Yarn Needle. Buy blunt needles with large eyes for yarn. We use these Yarn Needles because we like the convenient bottle, they are budget friendly and we get lots of them!
Scissors. We love these thread snippers because they are cheap, we get two of them AND they come with a case (some don’t). Don’t carry these without the case! After you use thread snippers you won’t want to snip with scissors.
CROCHET STITCHES & ABBREVIATIONS for The Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater
ch = chain (With one loop on your hook, yarn over and pull through the loop)
sc = single crochet (Insert hook into desired stitch. Yarn over and pull through the stitch. You now have two loops on your hook. Yarn over and pull through all two loops)
hdc = half double crochet (Yarn over and insert hook into desired stitch. Yarn over and pull through the stitch. You now have three loops on your hook. Yarn over and pull through all three loops)
dc = double crochet (Yarn over and insert hook into desired stitch. Yarn over and pull through the stitch. You now have three loops on your hook. Yarn over and pull through the first two loops. You now have two loops on your hook. Yarn over and pull through all two loops)
tc = treble crochet (Yarn over once and then yarn over again. Insert hook into desired stitch. Yarn over and pull through the stitch. You should now have 4 loops on your hook. Yarn over and pull through 2 loops. You should now have 3 loops on your hook. Yarn over and pull through 2 loops. You should now have 2 loops on your hook. Yarn over and pull through the remaining 2 loops)
puff st = puff stitch (A.Yarn over and insert hook into desired stitch. Yarn over and pull through the stitch. Yarn over and pull through the first two loops. You now have 2 loops on your hook. B. Yarn over and insert hook back into same desired stitch. Yarn over and pull through the stitch. Yarn over and pull through the first two loops. You now have 3 loops on your hook. C. Yarn over and insert hook back into same desired stitch. Yarn over and pull through the stitch. Yarn over and pull through the first two loops. You now have 4 loops on your hook. D. Yarn over and pull through all 4 loops on the hook).
ch-4 sp = chain 4 space (eg. crochet into the space and not the stitch)
BLO = back loop only
tch = turning chain
sl st = slip stitch (Insert hook into desired stitch. Yarn over and pull through the stitch and the loop on your hook)
st = stitch
sk st = skip stitch
* = repeat the instructions following the * as directed
Note unless stated otherwise, in this pattern for The Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater turning chains do not count as a stitch if there are 1 or 2 chains and the turning chain does count as a stitch if there are 3 or 4 chains.
SUMMARY of CONSTRUCTION for The Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater
The Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater is made by crocheting two main panels, the front and back. You will crochet each panel from the bottom up. We start with the main front panel and crochet bottom up, ending with a gentle V-neckline. Next you will crochet a back panel of similar length and width.
Next, you will crochet two separate sleeve panels, starting with ribbed cuffs and incorporating sleeve shaping tailored to your arm measurements for the perfect fit. Once all panels are complete, you will seam the shoulders, then attach the sleeves directly to the body panels.
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PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS for The Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater
Crochet the Main Front Panel
Calculate the length of your foundation chain as follows:
| Your Calculation | Kiks + Jack Crochet Example |
| Halve your “Chest/Bust Measurement“ | Kiks + Jack Crochet’s chest/bust measurement used = 34 inches around Half the chest/bust measurement = 34/2 = 17 inches |
| Add an additional 1-2 inches for positive ease | 17 + 2 = 19 inches |
Chain a length as calculated above and count the stitches at the same time. Do not pull the chain too tight when you measure it. Keep it loose.
You need your total number of stitches to be a multiple of 4 so round up or down to the closest multiple of 4. Next divide your total number of stitches by 4 and if it is not an odd number then add another 4 more stitches.
Kiks + Jack Example: We need to crochet a total length of 19 inches according to our calculation above. We crocheted 74 chains to achieve 19 inches. 74 is not a multiple of 4 so we round up to 76 chains (ie. we add two more chains). 76/4 = 19. 19 is an odd number so we leave it as is.
Row 1: ch2, hdc in 3rd st from the hook, hdc across the row until the last st. Turn
Row 2: ch3, dc in 1st st, 1dc in next 2 st, *ch1, sk st, 1dc in next 3 st, rep from * across row, ending with another dc in last st. Turn
We will crochet the puff stitch in the next row. Here is a reminder of the puff stitch:
A. Yarn over and insert hook into desired stitch. Yarn over and pull through the stitch. Yarn over and pull through the first two loops. You now have 2 loops on your hook. B. Yarn over and insert hook back into same desired stitch. Yarn over and pull through the stitch. Yarn over and pull through the first two loops. You now have 3 loops on your hook. C. Yarn over and insert hook back into same desired stitch. Yarn over and pull through the stitch. Yarn over and pull through the first two loops. You now have 4 loops on your hook. D. Yarn over and pull through all 4 loops on the hook
Tip: For the row below you are effectively crocheting a [puff st, ch4, puff st] cluster in the middle of each “3dc group” across the row.
Row 3: ch3, sk 2st and in the 3rd st, [puff st, ch4, puff st], *[puff st, ch4, puff st] in the 2nd dc of each “3dc group/cluster”, rep from * across the row and end with a dc at top of tch. Turn
Row 4: ch3, *3dc in next ch-4 sp, ch1, rep from * across the row and end with a dc at top of tch. Turn
Tip: This is the perfect moment for a quick intuitive check to make sure you are happy with the width of your sweater before moving forward. Sometimes your preference shifts and you may want it more or less oversized than you originally planned. Hold the piece up against your body after a few rows to double-check the fit. If you would like to adjust the width, now is the time to restart with more or fewer foundation chains, making sure to follow the stitch multiple noted at the beginning of the pattern.
Row 5: ch2, hdc in 1st st, hdc across the row, hdc in tch. Turn.
Row 6: ch3, tc in 2nd st, tc across the row, tc in the last st (not tch)
Row 7: ch2, hdc in 1st st, hdc across the row, hdc in tch. Turn
Repeat Rows 2-7 in that order until the length of the front panel including the ribbing reaches approximately the “Length to armpit measurement“.
Make sure you end on a row 2 or a row 4.
Do not fasten off.
Crocheting the V Neck on the Front Panel
You will now start crocheting the V neck on the front panel. Note the stitch pattern changes from here and uses the puff stitch only.
Count the number of 3dc clusters across the entire row. It should be an odd number.
Find the centre cluster. Place a stitch marker (SM) in the 2nd dc of this cluster.
Kiks + Jack Crochet has 19 x 3dc clusters across the row. We count to the 10th dc cluster ie the centre cluster. We place a stitch marker (SM) in the 2nd dc of this 10th cluster.
Take your working yarn and continue crocheting the following from the side of your top towards the centre stitch marker:
Row 1: ch3, sk 2st and in the 3rd st, [puff st, ch4, puff st], *in the 2nd dc of each “3dc cluster” [puff st, ch4, puff st], rep from * across the row towards the centre SM. When you reach the stitch with the SM, 1puff st into the st with SM (do not crochet the full puff cluster). Turn
Row 2: ch3, 3dc in next ch-4 sp, *ch1, 3dc in next ch-4 sp, rep from * across the row (away from the centre) and end with a dc at top of tch. Turn
Row 3: ch3, sk 2 st and in the 3rd st, [puff st, ch4, puff st], *in the 2nd dc of each “3dc cluster” below [puff st, ch4, puff st], rep from * across the row towards the centre. When you reach the last 3dc cluster, 1puff st into the 2nd dc (do not crochet the full puff cluster), 1dc in top of tch. Turn
Repeat rows 2 – 3 until your top reaches the “Finished Length measurement“.
Fasten off.
Crochet the V neck on the other side
You have now finished the V neck on one side and we will now crochet the V neck on the other side.
Attach yarn in the centre stitch marker and crochet as follows:
Row 1: ch3, 1puff st in same st (as SM), *[puff st, ch4, puff st] in the 2nd dc of the next “3dc cluster” below, rep from * across the row (towards the end), ending with a dc at top of tch. Turn
Row 2: ch3, 3dc in next ch-4 sp, *ch1, 3dc in next ch-4 sp, rep from * across the row (towards the centre) and end with a dc at top of tch. Turn
Row 3: ch3, 1puff st in 2nd dc of the next 3dc cluster, *[puff st, ch4, puff st], in the 2nd dc of the next “3dc cluster” below , rep from * across the row (towards the end), ending with a dc at the top of tch. Turn
Repeat rows 2 – 3 until your top reaches the “Finished Length measurement“.
Fasten off.
Crochet the Main Back Panel
The back panel is a rectangular panel and does not have the V neck.
Repeat all the instructions from “Crochet the Main Front Panel” – except you will repeat Rows 2-7 until your top reaches the “Finished Length measurement“.
Its also helpful to double check the length of the back panel by placing it on top of the Front Panel and making sure both are the same length.
Fasten off.
Crochet the Sleeve Panel (Make 2)
We will now crochet the two sleeve panels starting with the cuff. Remember you will need to make two identical sleeve panels.
Note that the stitch pattern for the sleeve panels change.
Crochet the Sleeve Panel Ribbed Cuff
ch 12
Row 1: 1 hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in each ch across. Turn.
Row 2: ch2, hdc BLO in each st across, hdc in entire st on the last st. Turn.
Repeat row 2 until the ribbed cuff is equal to your “Wrist Circumference Measurement” + 2 inches. Make sure it fits comfortably and is not too tight.
Count the number of rows (Kiks + Jack Crochet crocheted 22 rows).
Do not fasten off. Turn your ribbing. You will now crochet down the long side of the ribbing.
Crochet the Main Sleeve Panel
To calculate the number of stitches across the ribbing, calculate as follows:
| Calculation | Kiks + Jack Crochet’s Example |
| Count the number of rows in the sleeve cuff | We counted 22 rows in our cuff |
| Multiply by 1.5 | 22 x 1.5 = 33 |
Row 1: ch1, sc across the ribbing the total stitches calculated in the table above. Turn.
In Kiks + Jack Crochet example, we would crochet 33 sc across the ribbing.
Row 2: ch2 (counts as a st and hereon), hdc in 2nd st, hdc across the row, hdc in the last st. Turn
Row 3: ch4 (counts as a st and hereon), tc in 2nd st, tc across the row, tc in tch. Turn
Row 4: ch2, hdc in 2nd st, hdc across the row, hdc in tch. Turn
Row 5: repeat row 4
Repeat rows 3-5 until the length of the sleeve panel including the ribbing is approximately halfway up your forearm. At this point we are going to check if you need to expand the width of the sleeve panel.
Measure the width of the sleeve panel. The width needs to be as wide as your “armhole depth + 1 inch” (if the widest part of your arm is your bicep, you may want to take this measurement instead). If you need to expand the width of your sleeve panel then start expanding the hdc rows. We will not expand on the tc rows. For example if you have just completed a tc row then you will crochet as follows (alternatively you can start on any row below that matches the stitch pattern):
Row 1 (expanding hdc row): ch2, hdc in 1st st, hdc across, 2hdc in top of tch. Turn
Row 2 (expanding hdc row): repeat row 1
Row 3 (non expanding regular tc row): ch4, tc in 2nd st, tc across tthe row, tc in tch. Turn
Keep repeating rows 1-3 and keep measuring the width of the sleeve panel. As soon as the width of the sleeve panel is equal to the widest part of your arm + 1 inch, you can stop crocheting the “expanding hdc rows” above. You then crochet regular hdc rows as per normal and outlined again below:
hdc (non expanding row): ch2, hdc in 2nd st, hdc across the row, hdc in the last st. Turn
Continue crocheting regular hdc and tc rows until the total length of your sleeve panel, including the cuff, is equal to your “Arm Length Measurement“.
Kiks + Jack Crochet will show you how to check the sleeve length again under “Assembly” so that you can ensure you have the perfect fit.
Fasten off.
Remember you need to crochet two identical sleeve panels.
Assembling The Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater
Kiks + Jack Crochet strongly recommends blocking your crochet panels before assembly for the best finish. Blocking helps set each piece to the desired shape and size, giving your garment a polished, professional look. We block our panels by pinning them onto an old yoga mat, gently adjusting the shape and smoothing the edges so that the front and back panels match each other, and the sleeve panels are evenly shaped. Once pinned, we spray the panels generously with water, focusing on the edges to ensure full saturation. Leave the pins in place and allow the pieces to dry completely before removing them.
Step 1: Seam the Front and Back Panel at the shoulder. Place the front and back panels together with the right sides facing together. With a yarn needle, seam the two panels together across the shoulders starting from the edge and across. Fasten off.
Step 2: Line up your sleeves at the midway point to the shoulder and seam. Open up the two panels (now seamed at the shoulders) so that the right side is facing the floor and the wrong side is facing upwards. Take one of your crocheted sleeves and fold it in half lengthways. Place a stitch marker at the top of your sleeve at the centre point. With the wrong side of the sleeve facing up, attach this stitch marker to the left edge of the left shoulder seam.
Kiks + Jack Crochet Tip: This is a great time to do an intuitive sleeve length check. Use a few locking stitch markers to temporarily attach the sleeve panel to the main body, then try the sweater on to see how the sleeve fits. If you’d like your sleeves longer, we prefer the cuff to reach closer to the knuckles rather than the wrist, then add more rows. Just undo the knot where you fastened off and continue crocheting. Want it shorter? Remove the knot and frog a few rows to your desired length. Just don’t forget to repeat the same adjustments on the second sleeve so they match perfectly.
When everything is perfect, using a yarn needle and matching yarn, seam the sleeves to the main panels (wrong side facing up) – see first diagram below (not to scale for illustrative purposes only)
Do the same on the right side with the other sleeve.
Step 3: Seam the sides of the sweater and the bottom of the sleeve together. Fold the two panels and sleeve panels at the seamed shoulders so that your sweater is facing wrong side out. With a yarn needle and matching yarn, seam the sides of the two panels together up to the armpit and along the bottom of the sleeve. See second diagram below (not to scale for illustrative purposes only)
Fasten off.
Finish & Celebrate The Cozy Fall Crochet Pullover Sweater
Weave in all your ends.
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