Crochet Breezy Pullover
The Crochet Breezy Pullover is the perfect combination of style and comfort for any crochet enthusiast. This trendy garment features a loose, airy design that allows for maximum breathability on warm days. The textured stitches and unique patterns create a chic and eye-catching look that is sure to turn heads wherever you go. Whether you're lounging at home or out with friends, this pullover is a versatile piece that can easily be dressed up or down to suit any occasion. With its relaxed fit and soft yarn, you'll find yourself reaching for this cozy pullover time and time again. Happy crocheting!
Materials Needed
- Two skeins of Caron coconut cakes yarn (size 4 medium weight)
- Size H 5 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Blunt needle
- Markers
- Tape measure
Foundation Round
Start with a knot and chain 116.
Join with a slip stitch to form a ring.
Chain one, then single crochet in each chain around.
Join with a slip stitch to end the round.
Round 1
Chain three, double crochet in the next stitch.
Repeat the pattern: chain three, skip three stitches, double crochet in the next two stitches.
For the corners: chain three, skip three stitches, double crochet, chain three, and double crochet in the same stitch.
Repeat the pattern for each side of the square, creating five chain-three spaces between corners.
Join with a slip stitch in the third chain of the beginning chain three.
Round 2
Chain three, then five double crochets in the next chain-three space.
Repeat five double crochets in each chain-three space.
In the corner chain-three space: two double crochets, chain one, and two double crochets.
Repeat around, ending with four double crochets in the last chain-three space.
Join with a slip stitch in the third chain of the beginning chain three.
For Round 3
Chain three, double crochet in the next stitch.
Chain three, skip three stitches, double crochet in the next two stitches.
For the corners: chain three, treble crochet in the chain-one space, chain three, skip one stitch, double crochet in the next two stitches.
Repeat around, and join with a slip stitch.
Round 4
Chain three, five double crochets in the next chain-three space.
In the corner chain-three space: five double crochets, chain three, five double crochets.
Repeat around, ending with four double crochets in the last chain-three space.
Join with a slip stitch.
Round 5
Chain three, double crochet in the next stitch, chain three, skip three stitches, double crochet in the next two stitches.
For the corners: chain three, skip three stitches, double crochet in the next stitch, double crochet, chain four, double crochet in the same space, double crochet in the next stitch.
Repeat around, and join with a slip stitch.
For Round 6
Chain three, five double crochets in each chain-three space.
In the corner chain-four space: four double crochets, chain two, four double crochets.
Repeat around, ending with four double crochets in the last chain-three space.
Join with a slip stitch.
Round 7
Chain three, double crochet in the next stitch, chain three, skip three stitches, double crochet in the next two stitches.
For the corners: chain three, skip three stitches, double crochet, chain three, double crochet in the chain-two space.
Repeat around, and join with a slip stitch.
Rounds 8-10
Repeat rounds two, three, and four consecutively.
Adjusting the Neck Opening
To increase the neck opening, add a multiple of five chains to each side of the square. Five chains will increase the opening by about 1 inch.
Creating the Body
Continue crocheting from where you left off, increasing the arm opening.
Join the corners and continue on the front, then join the corners again.
Round 11
Chain three, double crochet in the next stitch, chain three, skip three stitches, double crochet in the next two stitches.
At the corner, chain three, skip three stitches, double crochet in the next stitch and in the corner space, then chain 15.
Pick up the other corner, double crochet in the corner space and in the next stitch.
Repeat for the other side, then join with a slip stitch.
Round 12
Chain three, five double crochets in each chain-three space.
In the 15-chain spaces, double crochet in each chain.
Repeat around, ending with four double crochets in the last chain-three space.
Join with a slip stitch.
For Round 13
Chain three, double crochet in the next stitch, chain three, skip three stitches, double crochet in the next two stitches.
Continue the pattern around, including the joining stitches.
Join with a slip stitch.
Round 14
Chain three, five double crochets in each chain-three space.
Repeat around, ending with four double crochets in the last chain-three space.
Join with a slip stitch.
Rounds 15-28
Repeat rounds 13 and 14 consecutively until you reach your desired length.
Creating the Sleeves
Attach yarn at the arm opening.
Round 1 (Sleeves)
Chain three, double crochet in the next stitch, chain three, skip three stitches, double crochet in the next two stitches.
Follow the pattern, adjusting for the corner.
Join with a slip stitch.
Round 2 (Sleeves)
Chain three, five double crochets in each chain-three space.
Repeat around, ending with four double crochets in the last chain-three space.
Join with a slip stitch.
For Round 3 (Sleeves)
Chain three, double crochet in the next stitch, chain three, skip three stitches, double crochet in the next two stitches.
Repeat around, and join with a slip stitch.
Rounds 4-16 (Sleeves)
Repeat rounds two and three consecutively until you reach your desired sleeve length.
Finishing Touches
Crochet around the neck opening for a clean finish.
Weave in all ends and clean up any loose tails.
Measurements
Body width: about 18 and ½ inches
Length: about 19 inches
Sleeves: about 18 inches
Arm opening: about 10 inches
Neck opening: 8 inches