I’ve been doing a few blog hops this year, which has been so fun! This one is the best yet because I created a size inclusive crochet sweater pattern that can be downloaded for FREE on November 16, 2022. BUT WAIT- there are over 40 winter crochet patterns being offered in this blog hop. And you can purchase all of them ($203 value) in a PDF bundle for only $15.99! It’s an amazing deal and an amazing way to support designers and get tons of patterns to make this season and for many years to come. Keep reading to find out how to get your free downloads from November 1- December 3.
How Does a Blog Hop Work?
A “blog hop” is an online collaborative event where, in this case, a bunch of crochet designers coordinate blog posts about a specific subject to connect their online audiences and increase the reach for all the designers. A host blog will have all the links in one place to the specific featured blogs, as well as the coupon codes for the patterns offered. Every day of the blog hop, go to the host blog to be linked to the featured blogs, where you can then go to their pattern store to enter the coupon code for your free download. You basically “hop” from the host blog to the featured designer’s blog, and the “hop” again to the pattern store where you can download the featured pattern. It doesn’t take long at all, but it can be hard to remember to do it each day-especially since many of the days for the blog hop have multiple featured designers!
My Wonderland Sweater pattern will be available for free download on November 16, but there are some amazing designs every day this month. If you miss some of the pattern downloads, or don’t want the stress of trying to get the downloads daily, you can purchase the pattern bundle (a $203 value) for only $15.99, and get all 43 patterns instantly!
There is also a giveaway (with five winners!) sponsored by WeCrochet. You can sign up for a chance to win on the host’s blog post. WeCrochet generously provided the yarn support for all of the patterns in this blog hop, many thanks to them!
Ready to Download Your Free Patterns?
From November 1-11, the blog hop will be hosted by Sarah of Ned and Mimi. From November 12-22, Hannah of HanJanCrochet will host. Finally, November 23-December 3 will be hosted by RaeLynn on the Itchin’ For Some Stitchin’ blog.
November 16- Wonderland Sweater
Inspired by the large fluffy snowflakes we see in picturesque winter scenes, the Wonderland Sweater is the perfect cozy layer to throw on before snuggling up near the hearth on a blustery day or venturing into the brisk winter chill to play. A simple half double crochet body panel contrasts with the fabulous snowflake-like texture on the sleeves in a drapey yet warm pullover. The sweater features a v-neck and balloon sleeves that make this garment perfect for dressing up or down. This pattern is sized from 28″-62″ in bust circumference and written in US terminology using worsted weight yarn.
I used WeCrochet Wool of the Andes Worsted in the color Lake Ice Heather. It’s a beautiful cool gray with hints of blue in the right lighting. This yarn is rustic and cozy, making it perfect for a winter wonderland (wink wink).
Sizing is based on bust circumference; the garment is designed to have 2-4” of positive ease compared to the bust it is intended to fit. While sizing is based on bust circumference, other measurements within the pattern can easily be changed to fit your unique body type, including torso length, armhole depth, and sleeve length.
XS: 28-30”
S: 32-34”
M: 36-38”
L: 40-42”
XL: 44-46”
2X: 48-50”
3X: 52-54”
4X: 56-58”
5X: 60-62”
The approximate yardage for these sizes is below. Depending on how you modify the pattern but changing the body or sleeve length, your yardage will vary.
XS: 1100 yards
S: 1210 yards
M: 1320 yards
L: 1430 yards
XL: 1540 yards
2X: 1650 yards
3X: 1760 yards
4X: 1870 yards
5X: 1980 yards
Here is some gauge information to help you get started! There are more detailed instructions within the pattern, especially for completing the split puff stitches and gauge. I used a US J/ 6.0 mm crochet hook, but you may need a different size in order to match gauge.
Body: 13 hdc x 10 rows = 4”
Ribbing: 13 rows hdc BLO = 4”
You may need to go to a smaller hook size to achieve this gauge.
Sleeves: 6 split puffs x 8 rounds = 4”
This pattern is available on Ravelry and Etsy. Get the coupon code found on HanJan Crochet’s blog so you can download your pattern for free from Ravelry on November 16, then click the button below to be taken to the pattern page on Ravelry. If you do not use Ravelry, just email me the coupon code at crowchetcreations@gmail.com and I can get the pattern PDF to you another way.
Happy making!
XO, Emily
