Lilys Sweater is a textured crochet sweater with a clean silhouette and carefully placed contrast details. The straight body, wide neckline, and softly shaped sleeves give it a modern handmade look that feels both relaxed and put together. The textured stitch pattern creates a structured fabric with plenty of character, while the scalloped edging at the neckline and hem adds a neat decorative finish without taking over the design.

This is the kind of sweater that lets the texture do the talking. Worked in a soft cotton and merino blend, Lilys Sweater has enough body to hold its shape beautifully, while still feeling comfortable to wear. The contrast trim frames the sweater nicely and gives it a polished look, whether you choose a subtle neutral edge or a colour that stands out more clearly.

Lilys Sweater is crocheted from the top down in the round, beginning with the yoke. The textured pattern is built through alternating rounds that create a ribbed, tactile surface across the sweater. Once the yoke is complete, the work is divided into body and sleeves, with chains added under the arms for shape and movement. The body is then continued in the round for a simple, straight fit, while the sleeves are worked directly from the armholes and finished with gentle shaping toward the wrist. The sweater is completed with a scalloped edging at the neckline, and the same finish can be repeated at the hem and sleeves for a cohesive look.

Level
Intermediate

Sizes
XS (S) M (L) XL

Measurements
The measurements are approximate and intended as a guide. The fit can easily be adjusted to suit your preference.

Neck opening: 24 (25) 30 (36) 45 cm
Yoke width: 45 (52) 60 (60) 83 cm
Sleeve length: 41 (48) 50 (56) 66 cm
Body length: 28 (30) 35 (38) 40 cm

Materials
Crochet hook: 5.00 mm

Yarn: Infinity Hearts Lily
70% Cotton, 30% SW Merino Wool
50 g = approx. 100 m

Sample shown in colours 03 and 10.

Yarn requirements
12 (13) 14 (16) 17 skeins
Approx. 1200 (1300) 1400 (1600) 1700 metres

To recreate the look shown in the sample, use one contrasting skein for the scalloped edging.

Gauge
12 sts and 15 rows = 10 x 10 cm

Measured over the pattern in alternating rounds of treble crochet and rounds of
1 FPtr in stitch, 1 BPtr in next stitch

Design details
Lilys Sweater stands out through texture, shape, and contrast finishing rather than complicated construction. The body is simple and straight, the sleeves have a soft rounded volume, and the scalloped edging gives the design a distinct signature. It is a satisfying garment project for crocheters who enjoy clear structure, visible texture, and details that make a finished piece feel complete.

Design by Krealevin (Christine Levin Hansen)

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