Weekend Waffle Sweater

*This waffle crochet stitch creates a squishy, cozy fabric that is perfect for a cold weather and a cup of coffee. The panels and sleeves are worked flat from side to side in rows. The ribbed collar is added to the front and back panel necklines and finally all pieces are sewn each together inside out, turning right side out when all sewn and ends are woven in.* **CONSTRUCTION** — Each panel and sleeve are worked side to side. Next you will add the ribbed collar to the front and back panels and finally sew each piece together inside out, turning right side out when all sewn and ends woven in. **SUPPLIES** — 1475 (1575) 1675 (1755) 1830 (1945) 2045 (2150) 2240 (2330) yards // 1350 (1440) 1530 (1600) 1670 (1775) 1870 (1965) 2050 (2130) meters of Lion Brand Re-Spun in color Cornsilk (658 yds/10oz skein) or other worsted yarn to meet gauge. 5.5mm(I9) crochet hook, or hook size to obtain gauge 6mm(J10) crochet hook, or 1 size bigger than above 6.5mm(K10.5) crochet hook, or 1 size bigger than above Notions: 3 Stitch markers, scissors, yarn needle, measuring tape and/or Gauge Ruler. Optional: Stitch/Row counter **SIZES** — 0 (1) 2 (3) 4 (5) 6 (7) 8 (9) Finished bust measurement: 38 (42) 46 (50) 54 (58) 62 (66) 70 (74)" [[97 (107) 117 (127) 137 (147) 157 (167) 177 (188) cm]] *Measure fullest point of torso and add recommended ease to find the ideal finished bust measurement* This is an oversized, boxy design with dropped shoulders and 12" (30 cm) of positive ease. **GAUGE** — (5.5mm) 16 sts x 16 rows = 4x4” (10x10 cm) in Waffle Stitch pattern **SKILLS** — This is a written pattern assuming intermediate crochet knowledge and is not intended to be beginner friendly. Supplemental research or practice to learn new skills may be required to complete this project. This pattern requires a working knowledge of: crocheting flat in rows and seaming pieces together, increasing, decreasing, working in the back loop and working slip stitch ribbing. Previous experience with working speciality stitches like the 2 stitch combinations stitch may be helpful. The hem, sleeve cuffs and neckline are made with larger hooks in order to create stretchy slip stitches.