Crochet Vibrant Textured Diamond Pullover

Materials:

• Yarn: Bulky weight yarn (100% acrylic recommended)
• Hook: Size K (6.5 mm) crochet hook
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

Stitch Symbols:

• ch – chain
• sc – single crochet
• dc – double crochet
• tr – treble crochet

Gauge:

10 dc = 4 inches in height and 4 inches in width using the diamond stitch pattern.

Sizes:

This pattern includes sizes XS (32”), S (36”), M (40”), L (44”), XL (48”), 2XL (52”), 3XL (56”), 4XL (60”), and 5XL (64”).

Pattern Instructions:

Diamond Motif:

To create the diamond motif, start with a magic circle. Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 2 dc into the circle, ch 2, 3 dc into the circle, ch 2, pull tight to close. Round 2: Ch 3, in the ch 2 space 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc; slip stitch to join.

Body:

• Make 20 diamond motifs. Join them in rows of 5 (4 rows total) using slip stitch or continuous join to create the pullover bodice.
• Once joined, chain 3 for the first round, and continue to work rounds until reaching desired length of the body (approximately 26 inches for size M).

Sleeves:

• Attach yarn to armhole, chain 3, dc around the armhole. Work until sleeve measures approximately 18 inches, decreasing only at the cuff.

Finishing:

1. Fasten off all yarn tails and weave in ends.
2. Block your pullover to shape and enhance the texture.

Optional Edging:

For a polished edge, work a round of sc along the neckline and hem, followed by a round of dc.

Enjoy your new cozy pullover!