If you are looking for the perfect all-year around crochet sweater - look no more. The Rose Dust Sweater is a comfortable , cozy, loose fit sweater with different length in front and back that is perfect both for colder summer days and for those autumn days when you just want something comfortable. The extra long sleeves are loose and gives you a cozy comfortable feeling of “snuggling up”.

It is a versatile in the way that you can make it in a smaller size to get a tighter fit and also adjust the length of the body sections. The pattern is worked flat from bottom up and the pieces are sewn together in the end.

The pattern is written in step-by-step manner, including photos on some of the steps. It also includes instructions how to make the swatch to see your gauge as well as a link to video instructions how to make the granite stitch and decreasing in granite stitch. The granite stitch is also known as the moss stitch or linen stitch.

The pattern now also includes instructions for the striped version!

Skill level: Easy

Size Guide
The pattern is written in six sizes (XS, S, M, L, XL and 2XL) and includes instructions both in cm and in inches. The measurements below are the measurements of the final garment size. Your own measurements should be smaller. Measure yourself using a measuring tape to decide which size to crochet. You can also measure a similar garment you own that fits well to decide on size.

Body (Bust / widest part)
XS 85 cm / 33.5”
S 95 cm / 37.4”
M 105 cm / 41.3”
L 115 cm / 45.3”
XL 125 cm / 49.2”
2XL 135 cm / 53.1”

Yarn weight: Worsted / 10 ply / 9 wpi / 4- Lana Gatto Asian (the two colored version)- Novita Laine (the pink and blue sweater)- Drops Air
It works great in everything from a cotton mix yarn to pure wool. I do recommend a yarn that is light and fluffy.

Yarn usage (estimate)
XS 1250 m / 1400 yards
S 1450 m / 1550 yards
M 1550 m / 1700 yards
L 1750 m / 1950 yards
XL 1900 m / 2100 yards
2XL 2050 m / 2250 yards