The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater is a beginner friendly, made to measure crochet pattern that is free for you to view below.
There are a couple of stitches that we absolutely love, but are really slow to crochet. They usually involve a lot of single crochets and crocheting into chains or tight stitches. Then there are a couple of stitches we love but are really fast. This is one of them. Good or bad, sometimes you need quick gratification. As much as we love the concept of “slow fashion”, we have to admit, if it’s too slow or too fiddly, there is a good chance it gets placed in the ever growing pile of WIPS (work in process)!
This beautiful stitch combines the easy “V stitch” and super fast chain spaces. This means a lot of the stitch pattern is crocheting into spaces vs stitches and it really speeds everything up! For the Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater we also combined this beautiful stitches with a basic stitch to highlight the texture AND because it just make it that much more interesting to crochet.
We used this beautiful golden yarn from Lion Brand Yarn for this version of The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater. We love this shade of yellow and whenever we wear it out we always get asked where we purchased it. There is something so cool about making your own clothes and explaining “sorry, you can’t buy it!”
Check out other sweaters we have made with this gorgeous yarn including the Happy Holidays Easy Red Crochet Cardigan and the Oversized Tweed Easy Chunky Crochet Sweater.
We kept the neckline simple and high. We will show you how to customize it if you prefer something looser or even off the shoulder.
We found The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater so quick and easy, we had it finished in no time. Do you have WIPs that you pull out when you want to crochet but you don’t want to concentrate? Like when you’re watching a movie or chatting with a friend? The Quick Modern Crew Neck Sweater was our WIP and as a result of always getting pulled out we finished it within a week! It was great!
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DESCRIPTION of The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater
The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater is a long sleeved pullover sweater that is created primarily from two basic stitch patterns. The neckline is crocheted simply and can be customized to be wide or tight. The sweater has ribbing at the base and ribbed cuffs on the sleeves. It’s designed to hit below your hips however it can also be customized easily. The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater pattern is loose and oversized.
The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater is a free and easy crochet pattern available as a size inclusive made to measure pattern. It is beginner friendly and uses weight 4/worsted yarn however as this is a made to measure pattern the gauge is flexible.
CROCHET MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
The pattern instructions for The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater are made to measure, based on your required measurements.
Kiks + Jack Crochet will always try to write patterns that are “made to measure” and size inclusive (versus graded sized patterns) so that crocheters can get the wonderful benefits of making a garment that fits perfectly and also be flexible on gauge. However we do appreciate taking measurements can be inconvenient for some and have also provided standard measurements for those who wish to use it.
To use this 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 where you would like the sweater to end up to the top of your shoulder at your collarbone.
Upper Arm: Measure around the widest section of the upper arm located above the elbow
Arm Length: Measure from armpit to wrist (or where you would like the sleeve to end – we typically crochet our sleeves past the wrist to the knuckles)
Wrist Circumference: Measure from one point on your wrist all around your wrist.
Standard Sizing (For Reference)
If you would like to use standard sizing for the chest/bust โ 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 arm length – then for XS (S, M , L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL) 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
If you would like to use standard sizing for upper arm – then for XS (S, M , L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL) use approximately 9.75 (10.25, 11, 12, 13.5, 15.5, 17, 18.5, 18.5) inches or 25 (26, 28, 30.5, 34.5, 39.5, 43, 47, 49.5) centimetres
Note: The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater is designed as a loose fit with significant positive ease.
CROCHET GAUGE for The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater
Using a hook size 5 (US size 8), approximately 12 double crochets across and 8 rows of double crochet in 4โณ x 4โณ (10 cm x 10 cm).
Note The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater pattern is made to measure and can accommodate for different crochet gauges. However try to select a gauge that is similar to this version.
CROCHET MATERIALS for The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater
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Yarn brand: Heartland by Lion Brand Yarn. Weight 4/Medium/Worsted. 142g per skein and 251 yards (or 230m) per skein.
We used the color Canyonlands for our version of The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater.
You can also purchase Heartland by Lion Brand Yarn here on Amazon and we always check this for great deals.
Approximately 3.73 skeins or 530 grams and 937 yards (or 858 metres) used for Kiks + Jacks version (approximately XS/S) with a finished width of 18 inches and a finished length of 20 inches.
5mm crochet hook (US size 8). 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
The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater pattern is written with US terms.
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)
ch-1 sp = chain 1 space (You are crocheting into the space created by the chain 1 from the previous row and not the stitch)
BLO = back loop only
sl st = slip stitch (Insert hook into desired stitch. Yarn over and pull through the stitch. Pull through the stitch and the loop on your hook)
tch = turning chain
st = stitch
sk = skip stitch
* = repeat the instructions following the * as directed
Note unless stated otherwise 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 Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater
The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater is made by first crocheting a back panel and a front panel. You will crochet the panels bottom up starting with a ribbing at the base of your sweater. This will be followed by crocheting the rest of the back panel. You will then crochet an identical front panel.
You will then crochet two separate sleeve panels starting with a ribbed cuff. Then you will seam the front panel and the back panels at the shoulder and then seam sleeves directly on to the panels. After seaming you will crochet a simple edge around the neck.
The stitch pattern for the sleeve panel is different to the stitch pattern for the main panels. The stitch used in The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater is beginner friendly. This is a made to measure pattern and flexible on gauge.
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Crochet Pattern Instructions for The Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater
Crochet the Back Panel Ribbing
ch 12
The height of our ribbing is approximately 2.5 inches. Based on our gauge this is approximately 12 chains. You can adjust the number of chains if you want to change the height of the ribbing or you are using a yarn with a different gauge.
Row 1: hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in each ch across until end. Turn
Row 2: ch2, hdc BLO in each st across, on the last st hdc into the entire stitch. Turn
Repeat row 2 until the total length of the ribbing is equal to HALF of your “Chest/Bust Measurement” plus 2 inches.
K+J example: Our chest/bust measurement = 32 inches around. Half of 32 inches = 16 inches. We keep repeating row 2 until the total length of the ribbing reaches 18 inches (16 +2 = 18 inches)
Count the total number of rows.
K+J example: We counted a total of 44 rows to achieve a length of approximately 18 inches.
It’s a great time to do an intuitive check to see if you are completely happy with the width of the sweater before you crochet any further. Place the ribbing up against you to see if the width (length of ribbing) is right for you. If you would like it to be wider and more loose, crochet a few more rows. If you would like the ribbing to be narrower and tighter, then you can frog (unravel) a few rows. Note that the width of the main body will increase a little more depending on your gauge.
Do not fasten off.
Crochet the Back Panel
You will now crochet down the long side of the ribbing that you just crocheted.
To calculate the number of stitches that you will crochet down the long side of the ribbing, calculate as follows:
| Calculation | Kiks + Jack Crochet Example |
| Count the number of rows in your ribbing | We have 44 rows in our ribbing (to achieve 18 inches) |
| Multiply this by 1.2 (round up if necessary) | 44 X 1.2 = 53 stitches |
| If this number is NOT a multiple of 4 then increase it until it is a multiple of 4. If this number is already a multiple of 4, then leave it as is. | We increase this to 56 to achieve a multiple of 4 |
Row 1: Using the working yarn, ch1, sc into the first st, sc across the ribbing the number of stitches you calculated above in total. Turn
In K+J example above we will crochet 56 single crochets across the long side ribbing.
Tip: You may want to place some stitch markers across the ribbing at the 1/4, 1/2 and 3/4 marks. Then divide the number of sc stitches by 4 to give you a rough idea of how many sc you need to crochet in each quarter so you can ensure you are crocheting evenly.
Row 2: ch1, [1dc, ch1, 1dc] into the 2nd st, *sk st, sc in next st, sk st, [1dc, ch1, 1dc] into next st, rep from * until end of row ending with 1sc in last st. Turn
Row 3: ch4, *1sc in next ch-1 sp, ch1, 1dc in next sc from row below, ch1, rep from * to end of row, ending with 1sc in last ch-1 sp, ch1, 1dc in last st. Turn
Row 4: ch1, sk 1dc and ch1 below, *[1dc, ch1, 1dc] in next sc from row below, sk st, sc in dc from row below, rep from * to end of row and end with sc in 3rd ch of the ch4 from row below. Turn
Row 5-10: repeat rows 3-4 in that order
Row 11: repeat row 3
Note: This block of stitch pattern based on our gauge is approximately 4 inches. If you used a gauge very different to ours you may want to repeat rows 3-4 until you reach a block of this stitch pattern equal to approximately 4 inches. Make sure you finish on a row 3.
Row 11: ch2, hdc in 1st st, hdc in every st across the row (you can hdc below the ch 1 if its easier). Turn. Note: The most important thing is that you ensure you are crocheting the same number of stitches as your initial foundation chain. Therefore in Kiks + Jack’s example we would crochet 56 stitches in Row 11.
Row 12: ch2, hdc in 1st st, hdc across the row. Turn
Repeat rows 2-12 in that order until the back panel reaches your “Finished Length Measurement”. If possible try to finish on an hdc row as it makes for a neater seam.
Fasten off.
Crochet the Front Panel
Repeat all the instructions under “Crochet the Back Panel Ribbing”
Repeat all the instructions under “Crochet the Back Panel”
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.
Crochet the Sleeve Panel Ribbed Cuff
ch 12
If you adjusted the number of chains for the ribbing in the front and back panel you should crochet the same number here for the sleeve ribbing.
Row 1: hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in each ch across until end. Turn
Row 2: ch2, hdc BLO in each st across, on the last st, hdc into the entire stitch. 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 (we 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
Note there is a change in the stitch pattern for the sleeve compared to the main body panels. We start with a basic double crochet stitch.
To calculate the number of stitches across the ribbing, calculate as follows:
| Calculation | K+J Example |
| Count the number of rows in the sleeve cuff | We counted 22 rows in our cuff |
| Double the number and round up to the nearest multiple of 4 | 22 x 2 = 44 (we keep it as is as 44 is already a multiple of 4) |
Row 1: ch1, sc across the ribbing the total stitches calculated in the table above. Turn.
In K+J example, we would crochet 44 sc across the ribbing. It is going to be tight, however this is normal. You may need to crochet 2sc in to the same stitch to fit in all the stitches evenly.
Row 2: ch3, dc in the 2nd st, dc across the row until the end. Turn.
Row 3: ch3, dc in 2nd st, dc across the row, dc into top of tch. Turn
Repeat row 3 and you should see that the width of the sleeve panel will start to fan out and increase. After 4 rows measure the width of the sleeve panel. If this width is less than the widest part of your arm – you can use [Upper Arm Measurement + 1 inch] – then you may need to increase it. This is optional and will depend on your arm shape. We did not need to do this for the Kiks + Jack Crochet version.
If you do not need to increase the sleeve panel width, then you should keep repeating Row 3 until your sleeve including the cuff reaches approximately half your “Arm Length Measurement“. You can see from the photo that we switched stitch patterns approximately half way up the sleeve.
If you do need to increase the width, then you will do this by crocheting Row A (increasing row) and then Row B (non increasing row) as outlined below:
Row A (increasing row): ch3, dc in 1st st, dc in the 2nd st, dc across the row, 2dc in top of tch. Turn
Row B (non increasing row): ch3, dc in the 2nd st, dc across the row until the end, dc in top of tch. Turn.
As you crochet Row A and Row B in that order, the width of your sleeve panel will start to increase and you continue this until the width of your sleeve panel is equal to at least the widest part of your arm. You must make sure you have crocheted an EVEN total number of Row As because that will ensure you finish on a multiple of 4 stitches in the row. You can also just count the number of stitches in your row and make sure it is a multiple of 4.
When you reach the desired width, repeat Row B only (non increasing row) until the sleeve panel including the cuff, is equal to half your “Arm Length Measurement” or wherever you would like to start the new stitch pattern.
Crochet the Next Stitch Pattern on the Arm Panel
Now we will switch from the double crochet stitch pattern to the same stitch pattern as the front and back panel.
Row a: ch1, [1dc, ch1, 1dc] into the 2nd st, *sk st, sc in next st, sk st, [1dc, ch1, 1dc] into next st, rep from * until end of row ending with 1sc in last st. Turn
Row b: ch4, *1sc in next ch-1 sp, ch1, 1dc in next sc from row below, ch1, rep from * to end of row, ending with 1sc in last ch-1 sp, ch1, 1dc in last st. Turn
Row c: ch1, sk 1dc and ch1 below, *[1dc, ch1, 1dc] in next sc from row below, sk st, sc in dc from row below, rep from * to end and end with sc in 3rd ch of the ch4 from row below. Turn
Repeat rows b to c until until the entire sleeve panel including the cuff, is equal to your “Arm Length Measurement“. We 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 Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater
Kiks + Jack Crochet highly recommends blocking all your panels before assembly. Blocking your panels will set your panels to the shape and size you want.
We block our panels by pinning all the pieces on to an old yoga mat and manipulating the shape and edges so the front and back panel are similar and the two sleeve panels are similar. We then spray it with water focusing on the edges and ensuring it is well saturated. Do not remove the pins until the panels are completely dry.
Step 1: Measure out the Neckline on the Front and Back Panel
Measure 5 inches in from the left edge of the back panel and place a locking stitch marker (we will be adjusting the exact inches that is right for you shortly). This will be the start of your neck opening. Repeat the same on the right side of the back panel.
Measure out the same distance on the front panel on both sides and place a locking stitch marker.
Attach the two panels together lining up the 4 stitch markers using the locking stitch markers. Place the panels over your head and check whether you need to make adjustments to the neck opening. If you would like it tighter then move the stitch markers closer to your neck. If you would like the neck opening wider, then move the stitch markers away from your neck. Make sure it is the same distance (use a measuring tape) on either side and on the front and back panel.
For this design we are only adding a simple edge to the neckline. Therefore the neckline width you measure out will be similar to the final width of the neckline. (If you are planning to add a thicker ribbing to the neckline you should take this into consideration).
For reference, Kiks + Jack crocheted a size XS/S with a total width of approximately 18 inches. We measured 6 inches from each side as we wanted a tighter and higher neckline.
Step 2: 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 3: 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.
Customization Tip: It is a good time to check the length of your sleeve. You can “seam” it with a few locking stitch markers to the main panel. Try it on. If you would like the sleeve to be longer (eg. some like the cuff to be almost at the knuckles vs the wrist), you can remove the knot on your sleeve panel (where you fastened off) then add a few more rows on to your sleeve. Or you can reduce rows if you like your sleeves shorter by removing the knot first and pulling out (frogging) a few rows. Make sure you do the same on the second sleeve so they are identical.
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 (for illustrative purposes only).
Do the same on the right side with the other sleeve.
Step 4: 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 (for illustrative purposes only)
Fasten off.
Step 5: Add the ribbing to the neckline
Turn the sweater right side out. Attach a yarn to the side of the neckline.
Round 1: ch1, sc in the first st, sc evenly around the neckline. The key is to keep the sc even. When you complete the round, sl st to join at the top of the tch.
You may want to crochet another round of Round 1. We liked the simplicity of the neckline and stopped after round 1.
Fasten off.
Finish & Celebrate the Quick Modern Crew Neck Crochet Sweater
Weave in all your ends.
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