Learn how to crochet a sweater step-by-step in the Dwell Sweater video tutorial. This is a fantastic beginner sweater pattern because there is no shaping, increasing or decreasing. Scroll to the bottom of the post for the video tutorial and get the complete free Dwell Sweater written pattern here.
It's been so fun to see so many of you making the new Dwell Sweater! It sounds like a lot of us have wondered how to crochet a sweater, but always thought it was too difficult, time consuming and overwhelming to tackle. (This was definitely me until about seven months ago.)
Well, if that describes you, this video tutorial has your name all over it! The Dwell Sweater is based on extremely simple construction, yet it comes together to create a quite cozy and stylish end result. The chunkier Lion Brand Wool-Ease Tonal yarn makes the entire sweater work up surprisingly quickly (I made mine in less than a week and I wasn't even crocheting like a maniac!), while still maintaining a beautiful and comfortable drape.
In this video tutorial, I show you each step of the process of crocheting the Dwell Sweater, including how to crochet the initial rectangle using the zeros and crosses stitch, how to seam the rectangle into a shrug, and then how to add the collar, sleeve cuffs and (best of all!) pockets.
You will definitely want to reference the free written pattern while working from the video because you'll need to know specific stitch and row counts for the size you're making.
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The Dwell Sweater Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
You can find the free Dwell Sweater pattern (sizes S-3 XL) here.
The ad-free, printable PDF with stitch chart is available to purchase here on LoveCrafts.com or here on Etsy.
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UPDATE: Lion Brand has turned this pattern into a kit that includes all the yarn you'll need plus a black and white copy of the pattern. I think this is such a fun gift to give yourself! Grab yours here.)
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Fionna says
Hi.
In your story here you say to refer to the free written pattern.
When i click on where to get the written pattern it says i have to pay 2.75 for the add free pattern.
No offence but thats not free and not every one has a credit card.
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Hey Fionna,
The free pattern is right above this comment area within the blog post. The $2.75 is simply if you want the printable PDF version. 🙂
Jess
Nancy says
How many little windows should I have for the s/m size sweater? I bought the pattern because it said it had the stick count but its not in the pattern.
LInda says
Jess, Hi! I love the sweater pattern, but am not a fan of chunky yarn. I've made a sample of it in regular medium (4) weight yarn and I really like it. My question is, for the starting chain, and for the sleeves will just doubling the chain counts work? Thanks!!
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Hey Linda,
I would make a little swatch and get an idea of the gauge. Then you can determine your stitch counts based on making a rectangle a similar size to what I list in the "main rectangle" section of the pattern. You'll want to start with a chain in a multiple of 2 and then add 4 additional chains for the foundation ch.
Happy crocheting!
Jess
Cheeyl says
Love this sweater. It works up super fast you! But I was wondering if you could give me the length across the recrangke.
Leann says
finished this in 4days, YOU ARE AMAZING!
SO glad I found your site!
goin out tomorrow for yarn to make your awesome slouch slippers for this winter!
THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR TALENT!
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
YAY! I'm happy you're here!
Wow! Four days is so speedy! I hope you enjoy your new sweater. I've been loving mine. 🙂
Jess
Dianne says
I would love to make your Dwell Sweater but I can't get the video to load with either Explorer or Chrome! Would you mind sharing what browser this video will work with. I have completed the first row using the the single crochet and chain stitch combined but I need the video to carry on.
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Hey Dianna,
I'm so sorry to hear you're having trouble. I know others are able to view it in Chrome, so perhaps it's specific to your browser? I'm hoping to get it up on Youtube soon, which I'm guessing will work just fine for you. If you have a smart phone, is it working on there?
Jess
Hannah says
Jess, i am getting an urge to make this sweater today, i wish i could do that but working on afghans which will take probably a week or so, would definitely want to share it with you. Your instructions are so clear and concise in the video that even a beginner crocheter can start. Thanks tons for sharing it. I will also subscribe to your blog for more posts like this.
XXX
Hannah
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
I'm so happy to hear that, Hannah! Thanks for the feedback!
Donna says
Do you think you will ever do a full video on the campfire cardigan? I loved your sweater video.
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Great question. I just might! It's been a pretty popular pattern, so I don't think you're the only one who would like it. If I get a little break in the full on crochet sprint I have planned this fall and winter, I'll put one together. 🙂
Jess
Diane Deluca says
I just started the Dwell Chunky shawl and finished my SC row. I am making s/m - it looks even but my SC count is only 82 SC's. Shouldn't I have 95 stitches?
May have messed up already. I have all the x stitches and they look right.
Thanks so much
Diane
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
I believe you should have 91. Essentially, you "lost" four chains to the turning chain of the first row, so there should be your starting amount minus 4.
Maybe recount or measure your work so far to see if it's the width I list for the SM rectangle?
Claire says
On the gauge you don’t say much, and how to start please can you correct that thankyou xx
Dawn says
The video is unwatchable on this webpage. Is it posted some place else? Thanks.
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Booo! I'm sorry it's not working for you. I'll look into that. Which web browser are you using? I haven't gotten it on Youtube yet, so right now, this is the only place to view it. You might just try loading the page in a different internet browser and see if that works.
Jess
Deanna Furrey says
Ooo ooo ooo I think I can do this! I have always been intimidated by the arm portions of garment patterns and when I try, I just end up abandoning them. So thanks! Plus , you have instructions in my size, yay!
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Yay! Yay! Yay! Hope you enjoy, Deanna!
Deanna Furrey says
Thanks! Do you think this sweater would work with the following changes? A different yarn that wool ease, such as acrylic, A weight category 6. I was hoping to find yarn that was a bit cheaper since I would need 10 skeins lol
Thanks
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Hey Deanna,
So you'd sub a yarn that's the same weight as the Wool Ease Tonal? If that's the case, I def think that could work! I'm also curious if holding two strands of worsted weight together might work. You could try a gauge swatch and see if it's similar to the gauge I list in the pattern. 🙂
Jess
deprelle says
bonjour madame je ne sais pas traduire la vidéo dell sweter en francais pour pouvoir confectionner le gilet. merci bcp de votre travail !
deprelle says
Dwell Sweater pardon je ne.suis pas douée pour l.anglais lol.merco de me dire si vous pouvez traduire la vidéo ?
Grace says
Really glad you posted this video!! I was having such a hard time trying to figure out the cross stitch!! this is the first thing I've ever crocheted, I owe all of my talent to you!?
Paula says
The video won't load. It keeps switching to a target add.. ugh. I wigh this was available on utube. Please ?
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
I'm sorry you're having trouble Paula. I haven't gotten it up on Youtube quite yet, but I hope to soon. In the meantime, you might want to try it in a different internet browser and see if that helps. 🙂
Jess