So, picture this: it’s Valentine’s Day, and I’m chilling with my crochet hook, thinking, “Why not whip up something sweet?” And bam! The idea for the Sweetheart Cropped Sweater hits me like a ton of yarn. I mean, who doesn’t love hearts, right? They’re not just for February; they’re an all-year-round kinda vibe. And let’s be real, I wanted to jazz up the crochet game a bit – no boring basic stitches here!

Alright, so let’s talk about this sweater. It’s got all the cozy vibes you need, with those adorable hearts sprinkled all over. Plus, we’ve got ribbed details on the cuffs and waist for that extra snug fit. It’s like wearing a warm hug, seriously!

Grab your yarn stash

You’re gonna need:

A: DROPS LOVES YOU 9, recycled cotton, yarn group A (sport weight yarn), color 105 (sand), 7 (7, 7, 9, 9, 10) skeins

B: NEW AREZZO (33% linen, 47% bamboo, 20% cotton), sport weight yarn, color 2122 (sand), 1 (1, 1, 2, 2, 2)

C: DROPS LOVES YOU 9, recycled cotton, yarn group A (sport weight yarn), color 108 (pink), 1 (1, 1, 2, 2, 2)

D: DROPS LOVES YOU 7, classic 8/4 cotton, yarn group A (sport weight yarn), color 32 (pearl), 1 (1, 1, 2, 2, 2)

Other

Hook:  3.5 and 4 mm

Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape, Stitch Markers

Special Stitches & Techniques

Now, let’s get into the fun stuff – special stitches! We’re talking Herringbone Single Crochet and Cluster Stitch, adding that extra flair to your creation. Don’t worry; I got you covered with easy-to-follow instructions.

Herringbone Single Crochet

Begin with any number  of chains.

Row 1 (working in the back bumps of the chain): sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, insert the hook in the left leg of the sc just made and through the back bump of the next ch and pull up a loop, yo and pull through all three loops on the hook. Continue working herringbone single crochet (hsc) across.

Row 2: ch 1, turn. Sc blo in the 1st st, insert the hook into the left leg of the sc just made and through the back loop of the next st and pull up a loop, yo and pull through all three loops on the hook. Continue working herringbone single crochet through the back loop (hsc blo) across.

Repeat row 2 until you reach the desired size.

Cluster Stitch

*Yo, insert the hook in the stitch, yo and pull up a loop, yo and pull through 1st 2 loops on the hook* 3 times (4 loops on the hook), yo and pull through all the loops on the hook.

The Cluster Stitch is used for the hearts:

Oh, and here’s the best part – you can totally customize this sweater to fit your style. Want longer sleeves? Done. Prefer a longer body? Easy peasy. The pattern’s yours to play with!

And guess what? You can snag this pattern on Ravelry, Etsy, and LoveCrafts. So, no excuses – let’s get crocheting!

Get ready to snuggle up in style with the Sweetheart Cropped Sweater. Whether you’re lounging at home or hitting the town, this sweater’s got you covered – literally. So, grab your hook, pick out your favorite yarn, and let’s make some magic happen!