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The neat rows of stitches make the fabric look like a field of tiny hills resting under a clear sky. This special item is great because it fits your shape perfectly and feels very light while still being very warm. A helpful feature is that the strong weave stays in place even after you wash it many times in cool water. This single top can change a plain outfit into something very grand and beautiful. It stays tough for many years and keeps you feeling happy and very neat.

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Cropped Sweater – Step-by-Step Crochet Pattern

Materials

• Worsted weight yarn (e.g. Red Heart Super Saver, 400 m/200 g per skein): approx. 5 skeins
• 3 mm crochet hook
• Stitch markers
• Scissors
• Tape measure
• Yarn needle (for weaving in ends, optional)

Abbreviations

Special Stitch

Elizabeth Stitch:
Insert hook into indicated space, YO, pull up a loop (2 loops on hook), YO, insert hook into same space, YO, pull up a loop (4 loops on hook), YO, pull through all 4 loops.

Notes

• Sweater is worked in panels from the bottom up, seamed at shoulders and sides. Sleeves and neckline are worked flat then attached.
• Adjust length/width by adding or removing chains or rows.
• Ch 3 at the beginning of a row counts as the first st where specified.
• Always check gauge for size accuracy.

Pattern

1. Back and Front Panels (Make 2)

Foundation Row:
Ch 92.
Your starting chain should measure approx. 21 in (53.5 cm).

Row 1:
Ch 3 (counts as first st).
Elizabeth Stitch in 4th ch from hook:

• Insert hook, YO, pull through, YO, insert into same ch, YO, pull through—4 loops on hook, YO, pull through all 4 loops.
• Ch 1, skip 1 ch, Elizabeth Stitch in next ch.
• Rep from * to last 2 sts.
• [You may have an extra ch due to the turning ch; skip or unravel as needed to finish the row neatly.]
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Row 2:
Ch 3, turn. Elizabeth Stitch in each ch-1 sp across:

• Ch 1, skip to next ch-1 sp, Elizabeth Stitch in next sp.
  Continue across.
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Repeat Row 2 until you have 43 rows total.
Each panel should measure about 13.5 in (34.5 cm) in height.

2. Finishing Panel Edge

• Ch 1, turn.
• Sc in each st across for 1 row. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for seaming.
  Repeat for second panel.
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3. Join Shoulders

• With WS together, count 28 sts from each outside edge towards the center and mark with stitch markers (shoulder seams).
• Seam from each edge to the stitch marker using sc (or sl st).
• Secure and fasten off.
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4. Join Side Seams

• From the bottom edge, count 11 rows upwards from the hem, place stitch markers (armhole opening).
• Join sides with sc or sl st from hem to marker.
• Repeat for other side.

5. Sleeves (Make 2)

Foundation:
Ch 64 (approx. 14 in/35.5 cm length).

Row 1:
Elizabeth Stitch in 4th ch from hook, ch 1, skip 1 ch, Elizabeth Stitch in next ch across, until 2 chs remain.

Row 2:
Ch 3, turn. Elizabeth Stitch in ch-1 sp across.

Repeat Row 2 until you have 45 rows (14 in/35.5 cm width).

Finish Edge:

• Ch 1, turn.
• Sc in each st across for 1 row.

Make second sleeve.

6. Prepare Body for Sleeve Attachment

• On each armhole opening, count 32 rows remaining (i.e., 43 total rows minus 11 joined at underarm).
• With WS facing, attach yarn and sc evenly across open sleeve edge (32 sts on front, 32 on back, plus 1 st at shoulder for total of 65 [if you have one extra st, distribute evenly]).

7. Join Sleeve to Body

• With WS facing, align center of sleeve (32nd st) at shoulder seam.
• Sc evenly to join sleeve edge to armhole opening, aligning stitches and seams.
• Continue to seam underarm edge (45 rows), using sc.
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Repeat for second sleeve.

8. Sleeve Cuff with Curve (on RS)

• After joining: sc evenly around sleeve opening (63–64 sts).
• At sleeve center, ch 24 for the curved cuff extension.
• Working back down ch, sl st in back bump of each ch to base.
• Skip 1 sleeve st, sl st in next 2 sts, turn, sl st in back loops of cuff until base.
• Rep until 3 sleeve sts remain; join ends with sl st.

9. Bottom Ribbing

• With RS facing, attach yarn and sc evenly around bottom edge.
• Ch 18.
• In second ch from hook, sc in each ch back to base. Sl st to next 2 body sc, turn.
• Skip the 2 sl sts, work back lp sc up to end of ribbing, ch 1, turn, back lp sc down to base, sl st to next 2 body sc.
• Continue until ribbing encircles body; seam ends together.

10. Neckline Ribbing

• With RS facing, attach yarn at any shoulder seam, sc evenly around neckline.
• At each corner/shoulder, sc2tog (decrease) for round neckline.
• When round is complete: ch 4.
• In second ch from hook, back lp sc across, sl st to next 2 neckline sc, turn.
• Skip the 2 sl sts, back lp sc up strip, ch 1, turn, back lp sc down. Sl st to next 2 neckline sc.
• Rep until neckline is fully ribbed. Sl st ends together, fasten off.
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Conclusion

Your cropped sweater is complete! It features a modern Elizabeth stitch fabric, comfortable curved sleeves, ribbed waist and neckline, and a cropped fit. Weave in all ends, block lightly if preferred, and enjoy your new handmade garment.

Pattern Correction & Tips

Correction

• Chain counts: Always use an even number for Elizabeth Stitch row counts and starting chain.
• Make sure stitch and row counts align when joining sides and sleeves for a balanced, symmetrical fit.
• If numbers differ from actual measurements or tension, adjust by adding or removing chains/rows as needed.

Tips

• Measure as you go to ensure fit.
• Join with single crochet for a sturdy, neat seam.
• To avoid puckering, distribute slip stitch/ single crochet stitches evenly when attaching ribbing or sleeves.
• Use stitch markers at key points for easier assembly.

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