Crochet is a great way to express yourself through your hands. It’s also a fun hobby for beginners, so you can learn how to crochet without having to worry about making mistakes.
Fall fashion is all about comfort. Grabbing an adorable crochet sweater to throw on over your outfit (and being able to say, “I made it myself!”) It’s honestly the best feeling ever. If you’ve never made a crochet sweater before, don’t worry. This post has crochet sweater patterns of all different skill levels. Check it out!
Find free crochet patterns online.
There are tons of websites with free crochet patterns available online. If you’re looking for something more specific, check out sites like Ravelry, Etsy, and Craftsy. These sites offer thousands of different patterns, ranging from simple scarves to complex blankets.
1. Granny Square Sweater
This statement sweater is a Bohemian dream. I love the pops of color and the fun fringe hem. What colors would you choose for yours? Whichever colors you decide on, you’re definitely going to want to post a few pics of this one! #instaworthy
Designer: Ideal Me
2. Everyday Cotton Cardigan
Wrap yourself up for a fun brunch with friends or a chilly office (seriously, who runs the AC in Fall?) with this cute and casual cardigan. You’d never guess it was made out of rectangles. Beginners rejoice!
Designer: Sewrella
3. Sum of its Parts Pullover
There’s just something about this batwing sweater that makes me want to curl up with a book and a drink. This crochet pullover sweater free pattern is available in XS – 5X. Hooray for extended sizes!
Designer: I need It Crochet
4. Gansey Sweater
Working this crochet pullover sweater free pattern sideways, results in slimming vertical lines. Such a clever idea from the pattern designer! My favorite aspect of this sweater is the wide neck. Am I the only one who gets my head stuck in sweaters?
Designer: Natasha Robarge
5. The Boyfriend Sweater
Choose comfort with this extra-long and oversized sweater. This is perfect for a beginner to crochet. Pair it with your favorite jeans or leggings for the easiest crochet fall outfit ever. Maybe even add a cute hat like the designer did!
Designer: Meg Made with Love
6. Sedona Sweater
Shop your stash for a few partial skeins of different colors and get ready to practice your tunisian crochet with this simple striped sweater. It’s totally customizable and available in sizes S-3X.
Designer: TL Yarn Crafts
7. Brooklyn Chunky Sweater
Crochet sweaters made from the top down are my favorite because there’s no sewing, and you can try it on as you go! Try your hand at making a top-down sweater with this cropped chunky sweater. So cozy & it’s perfect for the beginner to crochet!
Designer: For the Frills
8. My Boyfriend Cardigan
If you’re sitting here thinking “I don’t know how to crochet a sweater” don’t sweat it! This easy relaxed-fit cardigan was designed especially for beginners. You can totally do it!
Designer: Mama in a Stitch
9. Mysa Velvet Sweatshirt Sweater
I’m a sucker for a kangaroo pouch like the one on this pullover sweatshirt. Don’t you just love how cozy and cute it looks? A monochrome color like this mustard yellow will help you match your outfit much easier.
Designer: One Dog Woof
10. Alpine Poncho Sweater
Make a statement with this lovely drapey poncho sweater. Geometry has never been my strong suit, but I think I can handle making 5 rectangles. Yep, there’s no increasing or decreasing!
Designer: Make and Do Crew
11. Aurora Women’s Cardigan
I need all the pockets I can get, and the pockets on this long cardigan look nice and big. Pick this sweater if you are looking for a little more of a challenge. You might learn a few new stitches!
Designer: A Crocheted Simplicity
12. Oversized Turtleneck Sweater
Where’s my visual learners at? This turtleneck sweater features an instructional YouTube video! Grab some bulky yarn and a big ol’ 9 mm crochet hook, and you’ll have this sweater made in no time!
Designer: Hey Carrie
If you prefer learning from YouTube videos, make sure to check out the rest of my website! My granny square sweater has both a video and a written tutorial. This is a great pattern for a beginner to crochet. I also have a bunch more free crochet patterns for you to try!
