SUPPLIES & TOOLS:
- Caron Colorama O'Go, Graphite Frost (2 (2 / 3 / 3 / 3 / 4))
- Size U.S. J/10 (6 mm) Crochet Hook (or size needed to obtain gauge)
- Yarn needle
MEASUREMENTS:
To fit chest measurement
XS/S 28-34"
M 36-38"
L 40-42"
XL 44-46"
2/3XL 48-54"
4/5XL 56-62"
Finished chest
XS/S 44"
M 48"
L 52"
XL 56"
2/3XL 60"
4/5XL 66"
GAUGE:
12 sts and 10 rows = 4" in hdchb pat.
DIRECTIONS:
The instructions are written for smallest size. If changes are necessary for larger sizes the instructions will be written thus ( ). Numbers for each size are shown in the same color throughout the pattern. When only one number is given in black, it applies to all sizes.To find the downloadable pattern click on the "GET PATTERNS" tab above.
Notes:
To begin working with the O’Go format, carefully cut plastic tie where the ends of the O’Go meet. Pull tie to remove. Start crocheting.
Ch 2 at beg of row does not count as st.
Sweater is worked sideways, in one piece, from Cuff to Cuff.
Right Sleeve:
Ch 56 (56-62-62-68-68).
1st row: (RS). 1 hdc in 3rd ch from hook. 1 hdc in each ch to end of ch. Turn. 54 (54-60-60-66-66) hdc.
2nd row: Ch 2. 1 hdchb in each hdc to end of row. Turn.
Rep last row until Sleeve measures 16", ending on a WS row. Ch 48 (for side).
Fasten off.
Body:
Sides: Ch 50.
1st row: 1 hdc in 3rd ch from hook. 1 hdc in each of next 47 ch. 1 hdchb in each of next 54 (54-60-60-66-66) hdc of Right Sleeve. 1 hdc in each of next 48 ch. Turn. 150 (150-156-156-162-162) hdc.
2nd row: Ch 2. 1 hdchb in each hdc to end of row. Turn.
Rep last row until work from Side shaping measures 7 1/4 (8 1/4-9-10-10 3/4-12 1/4)", ending on a WS row.
Divide for Front neck: Next row: (RS). Ch 2. 1 hdchb in each of next 75 (75-78-78-81-81) hdc. Turn. Leave rem sts unworked.
Next row: Ch 2. 1 hdchb in each hdc to end of row. Turn.
Next row: Ch 2. 1 hdchb in each hdc to last 2 hdc. Hdchb2tog. Turn. 74 (74-77-77-80-80) sts.
Next row: Ch 2. Hdchb2tog. 1 hdchb in each hdc to end of row. Turn. 73 (73-76-76-79-79) sts.
Next row: Ch 2. 1 hdchb in each hdc to end of row. Turn.
Rep last row until neck opening measures 6 (6-6 1/2-6 1/2-7-7)", ending on a WS row.
Next row: Ch 2. 1 hdchb in each hdc to last 2 hdc. 2 hdchb in next hdc. 1 hdchb in last hdc. Turn. 74 (74-77-77-80-80) sts.
Next row: Ch 2. 1 hdchb in first hdc. 2 hdchb in next hdc. 1 hdchb in each hdc to end of row. Turn. 75 (75-78-78-81-81) hdc.
Next row: Ch 2. 1 hdchb in each hdc to end of row. Turn. Leave sts unworked.
Back neck: With RS facing, join yarn with sl st to first unworked st of neck divide.
Next row: Ch 2. 1 hdchb in same st as sl st. 1 hdchb in each hdc to end of row. 75 (75-78-78-81-81) hdc. Turn.
Next row: Ch 2. 1 hdchb in each hdc to end of row. Turn.
Next row: Ch 2. Hdchb2tog. 1 hdchb in each hdc to end of row. Turn. 74 (74-77-77-80-80) sts.
Next row: Ch 2. 1 hdchb in each hdc to last 2 hdc. Hdchb2tog. Turn. 73 (73-76-76-79-79) sts.
Next row: Ch 2. 1 hdchb in each hdc to end of row. Turn.
Rep last row until neck opening measures 6 (6-6 1/2-6 1/2-7-7)", ending on a RS row.
Next row: (WS). Ch 2. 1 hdchb in each hdc to last 2 hdc. 2 hdchb in next hdc. 1 hdchb in last hdc. Turn. 74 (74-77-77-80-80) sts.
Next row: Ch 2. 1 hdchb in first hdc. 2 hdchb in next hdc. 1 hdchb in each hdc to end of row. Turn. 75 (75-78-78-81-81) hdc.
Join Back and Front: Next row: (WS). Ch 2. 1 hdchb in each hdc to end of row. 1 hdchb in each of 75 (75-78-78-81-81) hdc of Front. Turn. 150 (150-156-156-162-162) hdc.
Next row: Ch 2. 1 hdchb in each hdc to end of row. Turn.
Rep last row until piece from neck divide measures 7 1/4 (8 1/4-9-10-10 3/4-12 1/4)", ending on a WS row. Fasten off.
Shape Left Sleeve: With RS facing, skip next 48 hdc. Join yarn with sl st to next hdc.
1st row: Ch 2. 1 hdchb in same st as sl st. 1 hdchb in each of next 53 (53-59-59-65-65) hdc. Turn. Leave rem sts unworked.
2nd row: Ch 2. 1 hdchb in each hdc to end of row. Turn. 54 (54-60-60-66-66) hdc.
Rep last row until Sleeve measures 16", ending on a WS row. Fasten off.
Finishing:
Fold Pullover in half, aligning Sleeve and side seams.
Sew Sleeve and side seams.
Neckband:
Ch 7.
1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch to end of chain. Turn. 6 sts.
2nd row: Ch 1. 1 scbl in each sc to end of row. Turn.
Rep last row until work, when slightly stretched, measures length to fit around neck edge.
Fasten off. Beg at left shoulder, sew neckband to neck edge. Sew neckband seam.
ABBREVIATIONS:
Approx = Approximately
Beg = Beginning
Ch = Chain(s)
Dc = Double crochet
Hdc = Half double crochet
Hdchb = Work 1 hdc into horizontal bar created below in previous row (bar is below loops normally worked on WS - see diagram)
Hdchb2tog = Yoh and draw up a loop in horizontal bar created below in previous row of each of next 2 stitches. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook.
Pat = Pattern
Rem = Remain(ing)
Rep = Repeat
RS = Right side
Sc = Single crochet
Scbl = Single crochet in back loop only
Sl st = Slip stitch
St(s) = Stitch(es)
WS = Wrong side
Yoh = Yarn over hook