Craft Your Own Twist Front Lace Crochet Motif Sweater Top

Indulge in the art of crochet and create a stunning twist front lace crochet motif sweater top that will elevate your wardrobe. This comprehensive guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions, detailed photos, and helpful tips to help you achieve a beautiful and unique garment.

Twist-Front Lace Crochet Motif Sweater Top: A seamless create-as-you-go modern “Granny Square” pattern.

by Kristen Stein

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	8520 KB
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Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	49 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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Materials You'll Need

• Medium weight yarn (worsted weight or aran weight)
• Crochet hook size recommended for your chosen yarn
• Scissors
• Yarn needle

Stitches and Techniques

• Single crochet (sc)
• Double crochet (dc)
• Half double crochet (hdc)
• Slip stitch (sl st)
• Picot stitch: (ch 3, sl st in first ch)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Part 1: Create the Lace Motifs

1. Round 1: Ch 4, 12 dc into ring, sl st to join. (12 dc)
2. Round 2: Ch 3, (2 dc, ch 1) 6 times, sl st to join. (12 clusters)
3. Round 3: Ch 3, (dc, ch 2, dc) in each cluster, sl st to join. (12 shells)
4. Round 4: Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to join. (24 sc)
5. Round 5: Ch 3, (picot, sc) 11 times, picot, sl st to join. (12 picots)
6. Round 6: Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to join. (24 sc)
7. Round 7: Ch 3, (dc, ch 2, dc) in each shell, sl st to join. (12 shells)
8. Round 8: Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to join. (24 sc)
9. Round 9: Repeat Rounds 5-8 three more times.
10. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Part 2: Assemble the Sweater Top

1. Create four lace motifs.
2. Lay the motifs side by side with the right sides facing.
3. Join the motifs together along the sides using a slip stitch or single crochet stitch.
4. Leave the top edges open for the neckline.
5. Join the shoulders together with a slip stitch or single crochet stitch.
6. Create the sleeves by crocheting two long strips in the same lace motif pattern.
7. Sew the sleeves to the armholes.
8. Finish the neckline with a trim of your choice (e.g., picot edging, crochet ribbing).
9. Weave in all loose ends.

Additional Tips

• Use a larger hook size for a more open and delicate look.
• Experiment with different yarn colors to create a unique and personalized sweater top.
• Add embellishments such as beads or sequins for a touch of glamour.
• Block the sweater top after finishing to give it a professional finish.

Congratulations on completing your own twist front lace crochet motif sweater top! This beautiful and versatile garment is perfect for any occasion. With a little patience and creativity, you can create a stunning piece that will be a treasured part of your wardrobe for years to come.

Twist-Front Lace Crochet Motif Sweater Top: A seamless create-as-you-go modern “Granny Square” pattern.

by Kristen Stein

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	8520 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	49 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE