If you’re new to crocheting tops, an easy crochet raglan sweater is a great place to start!
Below you will find everything you need to crochet the easy crochet raglan sweater, including the yarn, hook, materials, written pattern, pictures and a video tutorial. If you like this crochet sweater pattern, please share!
This top-down pullover is a breeze to create, featuring a seamless raglan style designed with simple double crochet stitches. Thanks to the user-friendly design, this pattern is a fantastic introduction to crocheting your own wearable masterpiece.
The pattern includes a helpful step-by-step tutorial on YouTube, ensuring you have all the guidance you need to bring this beautiful pullover to life. Lion Brand Mandala Ombre yarn adds an extra layer of charm with its super soft acrylic fibres that transition smoothly from one stunning colour to the next, eliminating the need for colour changes.
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Key Takeaways
- The easy crochet raglan sweater is perfect for beginners, using simple double crochet stitches with a seamless design.
- This sweater features a top-down pullover style that’s easy to customize in length and made with Lion Brand Mandala Ombre yarn.
- The pattern includes a detailed video tutorial, materials list, and step-by-step instructions for clear guidance.
- Inspired by the beauty of Athabasca Falls, this crochet pattern is part of a Rocky Mountain Fall 2022 collection.
- You can purchase an ad-free PDF version of the pattern or view it for free on the blog, supporting the designer’s work.
Customize the length of your raglan pullover effortlessly and enjoy the quick, seamless process of making this cozy and contemporary garment inspired by the intricate rock formations of Athabasca Falls, Alberta, Canada.
Fall 2022 Collection
The Athabasca Falls Pullover crochet sweater is part of my Rocky Mountain Fall 2022 collection. These crochet patterns are inspired by nature and the beauty of the great Canadian Rocky Mountains.
It was an adventure to travel with my family this summer to photograph this collection. Each of my children contributed to making these designs extra special, and it was incredible to photograph each piece in the places that inspired them.
If you love this pattern, you may be interested in the other Fall 2022 Collection patterns: The Rocky Moutain Colour Block, the Mountain Ridge Mens Cardigan, and the Pebble Puff Stitch Hat
The Athabasca Falls Pullover self-striping pattern replicates the changing colour in the rock layers at Athabasca Falls in Jasper National Park, Alberta. The Falls cut into limestone, carving intricate features, including a canyon. The Waters flow from the Glaciers of the Columbia Icefields.
Not only is this easy crochet raglan sweater beautiful to look at, but it’s also warm, soft and cozy. Every time my daughter wears her sweater, it will remind her of this beautiful location.
It was only a short walk to explore the Falls and get a beautiful view of Mount Kerkeslin.
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You’ll be surprised at how quickly this crochet sweater works up. I chose to use double crochet stitches to keep the pattern beginner-friendly, plus it was enjoyable to breeze through the pattern so fast. It’s worked all in one piece with no seaming involved!
The original Mary Maxim Super Soft yarn (Yellow sweater pictured) has been discontinued.
NEW Video Tutorial
ORIGINAL Video Tutorial
Video:
The tutorial begins by showcasing how to crochet the collar using single crochet stitches in the back loop only. It then provides guidance on counting rows and joining the collar.
Moving forward, the video illustrates crocheting around the edge of the collar to initiate the yoke, which is structured into four distinct sections—sleeves, front, and back. The yoke unfolds with simple double crochet stitches, each section divided by V stitches.
Watch as the tutorial demonstrates expanding the yoke to the desired size, followed by separating the body and sleeves. The body is then worked in a continuous round, finishing with a ribbed band for a polished finish.
Follow the process of reattaching the sleeves, implementing decreases to refine the sleeve width, and mastering the reverse slip stitch join technique.
Lastly, the tutorial guides you through crocheting a ribbed cuff to complete the sleeves, resulting in a beautifully finished pullover ready to be worn with pride.
Athabasca Falls Pullover
Join me and follow along to this detailed tutorial to complete the Athabasca Falls Pullover.
Yarn Requirements
Lion Brand Mandala Ombre or purchase from WeCrochet
Worsted Weight #4
100% Acrylic, 344yds/150g
Shown in Felicity and Cool
Worsted Weight #4
100% Acrylic, 246yds/100g
See size chart below for yarn requirements
Substituting Yarn
Before starting your project, it is best to create a gauge swatch. This initial step ensures that your tension and stitch count align with the pattern’s specifications, a vital aspect when the original yarn recommended is unavailable or when a yarn substitution is necessary. Maintaining the recommended gauge is essential for achieving the desired fit.
Adjusting your crochet hook size can assist you in reaching the pattern’s required gauge or switching hook style or brand can help as well. It’s important to note that not all Worsted Weight #4 yarns are identical; variations in thickness, drape, and softness can occur.
Yarn Substitutes:
Crochet Hooks Needed
The easy Crochet Raglan Sweater pattern calls for a
or size needed to obtain gauge
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Size Chart
Additional Supplies:
Gauge:
Body: 13 sts and 8 rounds equal to 4″ in dc with 6mm hook
Ribbing: 8.5 sts and 8.5 rows equal to 2″ in sc blo pattern with 5mm hook
For your gauge swatch, I recommend crocheting a 6″ x 6″ square in double crochet stitches. Measure your stitches at the center of the swatch, aiming for 13 stitches by 8 rows for this specific pattern. If you discover too many stitches, consider switching to a larger hook size. Conversely, if there are too few stitches, opt for a smaller hook size. The height of the stitch is less critical; you can adjust it by adding or reducing rows as necessary. Additionally, you can lengthen stitches by pulling up on them or shorten them by tightening your tension.
Construction
The pullover is worked in the round, in one piece from the top down. Once the yoke is completed, mark off the sleeves and continue working the body in the round. Join back to the underarm and work each sleeve in the round, finishing with a join-as-you-go cuff.
The pattern is written for the smallest size with larger sizes in parentheses ( ). If there is only 1 number, it applies to all sizes. Step by step video tutorial is provided on our YouTube channel for size small.
Special Stitches
Reverse Sl St: Go through the stitch back to front; keep working yarn to the front, YU (Yarn Under) pulling through the loop on the hook.
Athabasca Falls Pullover
FAQ & Terms
This pattern requires an intermediate skill level.
This pattern is professionally written in technical writing and tech edited for accuracy. You need to be familiar with technical repeats.
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PATTERN
This pattern has been updated with slight variations to the original pattern as of Friday, March 29, 2024
XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
Notes
The pullover is worked from the top down in the round. The collar is completed first by working in rows. It is then slip-stitched together, and the pullover begins by working around the collar’s edge.
All sizes have the same size collar and neck opening. Work pullover in rounds until the required size is reached. The pattern is written for the smallest size, with the larger sizes in parentheses ( ). If there is only 1 number, it applies to all sizes—a step-by-step video tutorial is provided on YouTube.
Collar
Notes
You can alter the width of the collar by chaining out more or fewer chains.
Row 1 (WS):
With the smaller hook, ch 7, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each ch across, turn—6 sts.
Row 2 (RS):
Ch 1 (not included as a st here and throughout), 1 sc in blo of each st across, turn—6 sts.
Rows 3-84:
Rep Row 2. After the final Row, ch 1, fold collar RS facing and sl st first and last rows together (work through the blo).
Flip the collar so that the seam is to the inside.
Yoke
Setup Round:
Ch 1, work sc sts evenly around the collar (1 st/row), sl st in the first sc to join—84 sts. Change to larger hook.
Round 1:
(Ch 3, 1 dc in the first st) (beg V-st made), 1 dc in each of next 17 sts (right sleeve), V-st in next st, 1 dc in each of next 23 sts (front), V-st in next st, 1 dc in each of next 17 sts (left sleeve), V- st in next st, 1 dc in each of next 23 sts (back), sl st in the V-st to join—88 sts. (not incl. chs)
Project Tips
When slip stitching to join, keep the slip stitch loose; the last dc of every round needs to be worked into the sl st to keep the st count on track.
Round 2:
Beg V-st in ch-sp, *1 dc in each st across to V-st, V-st in V-st; rep from * around omitting last V-st, sl st in the V-st to join—96 sts.
Rounds 3-12 (15, 18, 21, 24, 27, 30, 33, 35):
Rep Round 2, each section (sleeve, front, sleeve, back) will increase by 2 sts each round for a total of 8 sts per round, ending with—176 (200, 224, 248, 272, 296, 320, 344, 360) sts.
Separate Body and Sleeves
Setup:
Ch 4 (4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 6, 8) (underarm chs), sk over sleeve section to the next V-st, sl st in V-st to join and fasten off. Skip over the front section, put a slip knot on the hook, join yarn in next V-st with a sl st, ch 4 (4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 6, 8)(underarm chs) sk over next sleeve section, join yarn in next V-st with a sl st and fasten off.
Body
Work in a continuous round throughout the body; mark the first st of each round with a marker, moving it up each round.
Round 1:
Put a slip knot on your hook, at the join, join yarn in 3rd (3rd, 3rd, 3rd, 3rd, 3rd, 3rd, 4th, 5th) ch with a sl st, 1 dc in same ch, 1 dc in each ch and st around—102 (114, 126, 138, 150, 162, 174, 190, 202) sts.
Round 2:
1 dc in first st (pm in st) 1 dc in each st around—102 (114, 126, 138, 150, 162, 174, 190, 202) sts.
Rounds 3-19:
Rep Round 2. Last round work 1 hdc in the last st. Feel free to work as many rounds as you like. For the perfect fit, remember to try on the sweater as you progress. Keep in mind that the band will add an extra 2 inches to the overall length.
Round 20:
Work 1 sc in the first st, 1 sc in each st around, sl st in the first sc to join
Band
The band is joined as you go to the body edge.
Row 1:
With the smaller hook, ch 9, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, sk first st at body edge, sl st in next 2 sts (body edge), turn—8 sts.
Row 2:
Sk sl sts, 1 sc in blo of each st across, turn—8 sts.
Row 3:
Ch 1, work 1 sc in blo of each st across, sl st in next 2 sts (body edge), turn—8 sts.
Rows 4-102 (114, 126, 138, 150, 162, 174, 190, 202):
Rep Row 2 & 3 ending on Row 2. In the last Row, ch 1, with RS facing sl st band together, fasten off and weave in ends.
Sleeves
Optional: You may match the sleeves’ colour to the body by starting with the same shade. The sleeve length, including the cuff, measures 17″. As you progress, make sure to try on the sweater to adjust the length of the sleeves accordingly. For sizes XS to L, decrease every other row. Sizes XL to 3X require a decrease in each row, while sizes 4X to 5X start decreasing from row 2. Feel free to customize the number of decreases based on your personal preference.
Project Tips
For a discreet join, utilize the reverse slip stitch technique. Use the starting tail to neatly sew any potential gaps at the underarm. If desired, you can continue working in a continuous round without joining.
Round 1:
Leave a long tail, put a slip knot on the larger hook, sk over the first 2 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 3, 4) chs of the underarm, join yarn in the 3rd (3rd, 3rd, 3rd, 3rd, 3rd, 3rd, 4th, 5th) ch, ch 2, work 1 dc in the same ch and next ch(s), (XL-3X dc2tog over next 2 sts) work 1 dc in each st around, work 1 dc in the last 2 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 3, 4) chs, rev sl st in the first dc to join—45 (51, 57, 63, 68, 74, 80, 89, 95) sts.
Round 2:
Ch 2, dc2tog across the first 2 sts, 1 dc in each st around, rev sl st in the first dc to join—44 (50, 56, 62, 67, 73, 79, 88, 94) sts.
XS (S, M, L)
Round 3:
Ch 2, work 1 dc in each st around, rev sl st in the first dc to join—44 (50, 56, 62) sts.
Rounds 4-30:
Rep rounds 2 & 3 ending with 30 (36, 42, 48) sts.
XL (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
Rounds 3-30:
Rep Round 2—39 (45, 51, 60, 66) sts.
ALL SIZES
You can adjust the number of decreases at this round according to how snug you want the cuff to be.
Round 31:
With the smaller hook, *work 1 sc in the first st, 1 sc2tog across the next 2 sts; rep from * around, sl st in first sc to join—20 (24, 28, 32, 26, 30, 34, 40, 44) sts.
Cuff
The cuff is joined as you go to the sleeve edge.
Row 1:
With the smaller hook, ch 9, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, sk first st at sleeve edge, sl st in next 2 sts (sleeve edge), turn—8 sts.
Row 2:
Sk sl sts, 1 sc in blo of each st across, turn—8 sts.
Row 3:
Ch 1, work 1 sc in blo of each st across, sl st in next 2 sts (sleeve edge), turn—8 sts.
Rows 4-20 (24, 28, 32, 26, 30, 34, 40, 44):
Rep Row 2 & 3 ending on Row 2. In the last Row, ch 1, with RS facing sl st cuff together, fasten off and weave in ends.
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