If you’ve been looking for a beautiful project to elevate your crochet skills, the crochet lacy sweater is the perfect choice. With its delicate lace stitch pattern and elegant design, this handmade sweater is both stylish and cozy. In this post, we’ll guide you through the Lora Crochet Lacy Sweater pattern step by step, so you can create your own stunning sweater from start to finish.
Whether you’re new to crochet garments or looking for a relaxing, wearable project, this lacy crochet sweater works up beautifully and is ideal for spring, summer, or layering in cooler months.
About This Lora Crochet Lacy Sweater
This crochet lacy sweater features a simple lace stitch pattern that creates a soft, drapey fabric. The construction is straightforward, making it beginner-friendly while still looking polished and professional.
Pattern Highlights:
– Lightweight & breathable design
– Simple lace stitch repeat
– Easy sweater construction
– Customizable length and fit
– Perfect for layering
Skill Level
Beginner to Easy Intermediate
You should be comfortable with:
– Chains
– Double crochet
– Working in rows
– Simple shaping
Notes
– This pattern is written in US terms
– Project is blocked upon completion
– Take measurements of your body so you can chain accurate amount of stitches
– Ch 3 counts as 1st dc
– Multiple of 8 + 3 – see chart for size adjustments
Materials Needed
– Yarn: Yarn Bee Soft & Sleek DK; Yarn Content: 100% Low Pill Acrylic; Color: Ivory; Yarn Weight: 3 – Light;
You will need approximately 950 (1000, 1156, 1300, 1400, 1550, 1650) yards of yarn for sizes XS (S, M, L, XL, XXL, 3XL).
– Crochet hook: 4.5mm
– Stitch markers
– Yarn needle
– Scissors
✨ Tip: Choose a soft yarn with good drape for the best lace definition.
Abbreviations
US terms used
| ** | Repeat instructions defined number of times |
| [] | Work these instructions in the same stitch |
| Ch | Chain |
| Ch2sp | Chain 2 space |
| Dc | Double crochet |
| Eor | End of row |
| Rep | Repeat |
| Sk | Skip |
| Sl St | Slip Stitch |
| Sp(s) | Space(s) |
| St(s) | Stitch(es) |
| Hdc | Half double crochet |
| FPDC | Front Post Double Crochet |
| BPDC | Back Post Double Crochet |
Lora Crochet Lacy Sweater Sizing
This crochet sweater pattern can easily be adjusted for different sizes.
– Instructions are written for: XS–3XL
– Custom fit tips included throughout the pattern
– Length and sleeve adjustments explained
👉 Always check your gauge before starting.
Gauge
Gauge is important for achieving the correct fit.
Make a small swatch using the lace stitch pattern and adjust your hook size if needed.
4×4 = 17 dcs x 9 rows
Lora Crochet Lacy Sweater Stitch Pattern
The lace pattern used in this sweater is:
– Easy to memorize
– Repetitive and relaxing
– Creates a lightweight, open fabric
This stitch makes the sweater breathable while still providing structure and shape.
Lora Crochet Lacy Sweater: Measurements
| Size Chest (in) | Length (in) | Width (in) |
| XS (28–30) | 17.5 | 15.4 |
| S (32–34) | 18 | 17.2 |
| M (36–38) | 21 | 19 |
| L (40–42) | 21 | 20.8 |
| XL (44–46) | 21 | 22.6 |
| XXL (48-50) | 24.5 | 24.4 |
| 3XL (52–54) | 24.5 | 26.2 |
Afyna Crochet Lace Top Pattern: Starting Chain Sizes
| Size Chest (in) | Start chain for Back and Front Panel |
| XS (28–30) | 64+3 |
| S (32–34) | 72+3 |
| M (36–38) | 80+3 |
| L (40–42) | 88+3 |
| XL (44–46) | 96+3 |
| XXL (48-50) | 104+3 |
| 3XL (52–54) | 112+3 |
Free Lora Crochet Lacy Sweater Pattern
Back Panel
Begin by crocheting the back panel using the lace stitch pattern. Work until the desired length is reached, checking fit as you go.
For size medium, refer to size chart for alternate starting chains
Chain 80+3 (multiple of 8+3)
Row 1: Dc into 4th ch from hook, dc across.
Row 2: Ch 3, turn, dc in each st.
Row 3 and Row 4: Rep Row 2
Row 5: Ch 4 (counts as a first dc + ch 1), turn, *[ch 1, sk 1, dc]*, rep to eor.
Row 6: Ch 3, turn, 2dc into the same st, *sk 3, [dc, ch 2, dc], sk 3, 5dc into next st*, rep to eor; sk 3, 3dc into the last st.
Row 7: Ch 3, turn, dc into the next 2 sts, *sk 1, [dc, ch 2, dc], into the ch2sp from previous row, sk 1, dc into the next 5 sts*, rep to eor, dc into the last 3 sts.
Row 8: Rep Row 1. Ch 3, turn, dc in each st, except the ch2sp from previous row, one dc in each space.
Row 9 – Rep Row 2; Row 10 – Rep Row 2; Row 11 – Rep Row 2; Row 12, 13, 14 – Rep Row 5,6,7;
Rep this combination of 8 Rows until you have 45 rows.
Size XS – by Row 38;
S – by Row 39;
M – by Row 45;
L – by row 45;
XL – by row 45;
XXL – by Row 52;
3XL – by Row 52.
Front Panel
For size medium, refer to size chart for alternate starting chains
Chain 80+3 (multiple of 8+3)
Row 1: Dc into 4th ch from hook, dc across.
Row 2: Ch 3, turn, dc in each st.
Row 3 and Row 4: Rep Row 2
Row 5: Ch 4 (counts as a first dc + ch 1), turn, *[ch 1, sk 1, dc]*, rep to eor.
Row 6: Ch 3, turn, 2dc into the same st, *sk 3, [dc, ch 2, dc], sk 3, 5dc into next st*, rep to eor; sk 3, 3dc into the last st.
Row 7: Ch 3, turn, dc into the next 2 sts, *sk 1, [dc, ch 2, dc], into the ch2sp from previous row, sk 1, dc into the next 5 sts*, rep to eor, dc into the last 3 sts.
Row 8: Rep Row 1. Ch 3, turn, dc in each st, except the ch2sp from previous row, one dc in each space.
Row 9 – Rep Row 2; Row 10-Rep Row 2; Row 11 – Rep Row 2; Row 12, 13, 14-Rep Row 5,6,7;
Rep this combination of 8 Rows until you have 44 rows.
Size XS – by Row 37;
S – by Row 38;
M – by Row 44;
L – by row 44;
XL – by row 44;
XXL – by Row 51;
3XL – by Row 51.
The last row we will be as short straps
Size XS: Row 38: Ch 3, turn, ch dc in the next 16 sts, fasten off, cut the yarn. Count on the other side from the corner 17 sts, attach yarn into the 17th st, ch 3, ch dc into the next 16 sts.
Size S: Row 39: Ch 3, turn, ch dc in the next 18 sts, fasten off, cut the yarn. Count on the other side from the corner 19 sts, attach yarn into the 19th st, ch 3, ch dc into the next 18 sts.
Size M: Row 45: Ch 3, turn, ch dc in the next 22 sts, fasten off, cut the yarn. Count on the other side from the corner 23 sts, attach yarn into the 23th st, ch 3, ch dc into the next 22 sts
Size L: Row 45: Ch 3, turn, ch dc in the next 25 sts, fasten off, cut the yarn. Count on the other side from the corner 26 sts, attach yarn into the 26th st, ch 3, ch dc into the next 25 sts
Size XL: Row 45: Ch 3, turn, ch dc in the next 25 sts, fasten off, cut the yarn. Count on the other side from the corner 26 sts, attach yarn into the 26th st, ch 3, ch dc into the next 25 sts
Size XXL: Row 52: Ch 3, turn, ch dc in the next 27 sts, fasten off, cut the yarn. Count on the other side from the corner 28 sts, attach yarn into the 28th st, ch 3, ch dc into the next 27 sts
Size 3XL: Row 52: Ch 3, turn, ch dc in the next 30 sts, fasten off, cut the yarn. Count on the other side from the corner 31 sts, attach yarn into the 31th st, ch 3, ch dc into the next 30 sts
Sleeves (make 2)
The sleeves are worked using the same lace stitch pattern for a cohesive look. Adjust sleeve length for a cropped or full-length style.
Start Chain
Size XS: 56 +3; Size S: 56+3; Size M: 64+3; Size L: 64+3; Size XL: 72+3; Size XXL: 72+3; Size 3XL: 80+3
For Size XS make 25 rows; Size S: 25 rows; Size M: 32 rows; Size L: 32 Rows; Size XL: 32 rows; Size XXL: 37 rows; Size 3XL: 38 rows
Lora Crochet Lacy Sweater: Sewing Instructions
– Place your squares right side facing each other. We will sew it inside out then turn right side out when done.
– Start on top shoulders both sides and leave the top neck hole open.
– Attach the sleeves to the panels
– Sew from the bottom up to the under arm pit.
– Seam the pieces together carefully, making sure the lace pattern lines up for a clean finish.
Lora Crochet Lacy Sweater: Neck edging
Attach yarn in any stitch.
Row 1: Ch 2, ch hdc in each st around, sl st to the first ch2 to join
Row 2: Ch 1, sl st in each st, sl st to the ch1 to join
Sleeves Cuffs
Row 1: Attach yarn in any place, ch 3, *sk 1 dc, ch FPDC into the next dc, sk 1 dc, ch BPDC, rep from around the sleeve, sl st to the 3rd ch from ch3 to join
Row 2: Ch 3, *ch FPDC in the next dc, ch BPDC in the next dc, rep from * around, sl st to join
Row 3 to Row 8: Rep Row 2
Bottom Border
Attach yarn in any stitch
Row 1: Ch 3, *ch FPDC in the next dc, ch BPDC in the next dc, rep from * around, sl st to join
Row 2 to Row 5: Rep Row 2
Styling Your Lora Crochet Lacy Sweater
This crochet lacy sweater pairs beautifully with:
– Jeans or shorts
– Dresses and skirts
– Tank tops or camisoles underneath
Perfect for casual outfits or dressed-up handmade looks.
Watch the Full Crochet Tutorial
For a complete step-by-step walkthrough, watch the full crochet lacy sweater video tutorial on YouTube.
