Heart Sweater

Prepare to bundle yourself up in all the best feelings of the Valentine’s Day season with our oversized crochet heart sweater pattern. This stylish and comfortable sweater boasts big sleeves and a dramatic radial pattern, making it the perfect outfit to make a statement on your next romantic evening out! Inspired by the bright colors and classic heart shape of vibrant Valentine’s Day decorations, this free crochet heart sweater is sure to catch the eye of whomever you’ve been wishing would look your way. The comfortable thickness of this crochet heart sweater is perfect for keeping out the bitter breeze of the remaining winter months, and will keep you feeling warm and cozy, no matter if you’re cuddling up with that special someone, or showing some self-love while you snuggle up with a big box of chocolate, all for yourself! **Supplies:** * Size L/11 – 8 mm crochet hook∗ * Medium weight yarn in 2 colors∗ * Yarn needle * Scissors * Stitch markers ∗Please read sizing information carefully, as hook size and required yardages may need to be adjusted for some sizes. **Terminology:** This free crochet heart sweater pattern uses English / US terminology: * st (sts) = stitch (stitches) * ch = chain stitch * sl st = slip stitch * hdc = half double crochet * dc = double crochet * dc2tog = double crochet 2 together (over the span of 2 stitches) * dc3tog = double crochet 3 together (over the span of 3 stitches) * dc5tog = double crochet 5 together (over the span of 5 stitches) Please note that this pattern is written so that each crochet stitch abbreviation is attached to a number, such as 1dc, 2dc, etc. This number denotes how many of that stitch is to be worked into the same stitch. In other words, 1dc = one double crochet, whereas 2dc = two double crochet worked into one stitch, also known as an increase. **Sizing Information:** Using a size L/11 (8 mm) crochet hook, this free crochet heart sweater pattern has a minimum circumference of 48 inches around the chest (size Large/X-Large), and is adjustable to any desired size above this measurement. For sizes smaller than 48 inches around, you will need to adjust your hook size to something smaller. The pattern will otherwise be worked the same and does not need to be adjusted further. **Gauge & Yardages:** Gauge pattern: 11 dc x 7 rows = 4 x 4 inches Size L/XL has a chest circumference of 48 inches and requires 273 yards of yarn A (pink) and 773 yards of yarn B (burgundy). Size 2X/3X has a chest circumference of 57 inches and requires 273 yards of yarn A (pink) and 972 yards of yarn B (burgundy). Size 4X/5X has a chest circumference of 66 inches and requires 273 yards of yarn A (pink) and 1,171 yards of yarn B (burgundy). **Follow us for more crochet content and amigurumi adventures!** https://virkadia.com/ | Blog https://virkadia.etsy.com | Etsy https://www.instagram.com/virkadia | Instagram https://www.pinterest.com/virkadia | Pinterest https://www.facebook.com/virkadia | Facebook https://www.tiktok.com/@virkadia | TikTok **Thank you for all of your support!**