This project is destined to be the most used sweater in everyone’s handmade wardrobe this season! Utilizing a textured or boucle yarn, a sherpa-like fabric is created. In tandem with clever construction techniques, the finished project will look just like your favorite on-trend fleeces. Crocheted top down with a raglan style construction, the zipper is sewn on afterward and the optional furry texture is created after finishing by brushing the fabric with a fiber brush.

Time: Weeklong Project

Skill Level: Intermediate

Size: Finished Bust Size 36.75 (40, 44.75, 48, 52.75, 56, 60.75, 64, 68.75)’’ to fit bust 34 (38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66)”

2” positive ease recommended for fitted, 6’’ positive ease for relaxed fit.

Shown in size 36.75”

Gauge: 10 sts and 12 rows = 4” 10 cm in Single Crochet

Yarn: Wool Addicts Trust (55% Alpaca, 45% Merino; 82 yards 75 meters/50 grams): Color 75 Brick (13 (15, 16, 18, 19, 21, 22, 24, 25) balls)

Hook/Needles: US size L (8.0 mm) crochet hook

Notions: Markers, tapestry needle, 9” zipper, sewing needle, corresponding thread.