Knitted Yellow Cropped Sweater
A knitted yellow cropped sweater is a stylish and vibrant wardrobe staple perfect for adding a pop of color to any outfit. Made from soft, cozy yarns, it features a cropped length that pairs well with high-waisted jeans, skirts, or shorts, making it versatile for both casual and semi-formal occasions. The bright yellow hue exudes cheerful energy and can be complemented with neutral or contrasting accessories. Ideal for transitional seasons, this sweater combines comfort and fashion, making it a must-have piece for those looking to elevate their casual look with a touch of bold color.
SIZE
S[M, L, XL]
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Chest: 34[36, 38, 42] inches
Length: 17.5[18, 19, 20.5] inches
MATERIALS
- Diamohair Bene [50% kid mohair, 50% acrylic; 156 yards per 40g skein]; color: 104 [yellow]; 3[3, 4, 4] skeins
- 24-inch US #5/3.75 mm circular needle
- 24-inch US #7/4.5 mm circular needle
- Yarn needle
GAUGE
18 sts/22 rows = 4" in stockinette stitch with larger needle
DIRECTIONS
Back
With smaller needle, CO 77[81, 87, 95] sts. Beg with a WS row, work 3 rows in garter stitch. Change to larger needle and work even in St st until piece measures 5.5[5.5, 6, 7] inches from beg.
Inc 1 st at each end of the next then every foll 10th row 0[0, 2, 4] times and then every foll 9th row 6[6, 4, 2] times. (91[95, 101, 109] sts).
Work even until piece measures 16.5[17, 18, 19.5] inches from beg, ending with WS facing.
Shape Neck and Shoulders:
Next row:
BO 7[7, 8, 9], p to end.
Next row:
BO 7[7, 8, 9], k 29[31, 32, 35], BO 19[19, 21, 21], k to end.
Place first 29[31, 32, 35] sts on a holder and cont working left side of back only.
*Next row: BO 6[7, 7, 8] sts, P to end.
Next row: BO 5 sts, K to end.*
Rep from * to * once more.*
BO rem. 7[7, 8, 9] sts, break yarn.
Return holder sts to working needle, join yarn and work as for left side, reversing shaping.
Lower Front
With smaller needle, CO 77[81, 87, 95] sts. Beg with a WS row, work 3 rows in garter st. Change to larger needle and work even in St st until piece measures 5.5[5.5, 6, 7] inches from beg.
BO 4[3, 3, 4] sts at beg of next two rows, then BO 3 sts at beg of each row until no sts remain.
Upper Left Front
With smaller needle, CO 42[44, 48, 52] sts. Beg with a WS row, work 3 rows in garter st. Change to larger needle and work in St st.
S[M] Sizes Only: Dec 1 st at the left-hand edge of the piece [left edge when RS is facing] every 3rd row 14 times. (28[30] sts). Work 2 rows even.
L[XL] Sizes Only: Dec 1 st at the left-hand edge of the piece [left edge when RS is facing] every 2nd row 4 times then every 3rd row 12 times. (32[36] sts). Work 2 rows even.
Next row [RS]: BO 7[7, 8, 9], k 19[21, 22, 25], k2tog.
Next row: P.
Next row: BO 6[7, 7, 8], k to end.
Next row: BO 1, p across
Next row: BO 6[7, 7, 8], k to end.
Next row: P.
Next row: BO rem 7[7, 8, 9] sts.
Upper Right Front
Work as for Upper Left Front but reverse shaping, decreasing first from the right-hand edge [right edge when RS is facing] and then working 3 rows even to beg rem shaping on the WS.
FINISHING
Block pieces to pattern measurements.
Seam shoulders. [The sts won't line up perfectly, so ease the edges tog carefully.]
With smaller needle, pick up stitches evenly around the V-neck/collar and work 3 rows in garter stitch. BO.
Attach upper fronts to lower front.
With smaller needle, pick up 58[60, 64, 68] sts evenly for the sleeve edging [centered against shoulder seam] and work 3 rows in garter st. BO.
Seam sides.
Weave in ends.