The Perfect Raglan - Crochet Sweater Class

This is not a learn-to-crochet class.

Join Sarah (@swardsarah on instagram) in making this beautiful crocheted sweater! The Perfect Raglan sweater begins with short row neck shaping for a refined fit, followed by seamless joined rounds down to the bust line. The piece is then split into the body and sleeves. The sweater features classic tapered sleeves complemented by short ribbing, enhancing both comfort and style. Its distinctively square-ish neckline adds a modern twist to the timeless raglan design. It’s the perfect raglan in every way—a seamless blend of classic comfort and stylish design, making it an essential addition to any wardrobe.

Required Skills

• Chaining

• Single Crochet Stitch

While this is not a learn to crochet class, if you can make a single crochet square with confidence you will be able to make this top. 

What You’ll Learn

• How to measure yourself for making garments 

• Making a gauge swatch and picking size 

• Understanding and reading a pattern 

• All stitches and techniques in the pattern required for making this top

Before Class Recommendations

• Acquire and wind yarn as necessary, purchase any needed crochet hooks in 3.5mm and 3.75mm size, and obtain pattern

• Suggested: print pattern for taking notes and marking progress or put the PDF of the pattern on a tablet or e-reader that you can take notes digitally on

• Suggested: Familiarize yourself with the pattern by looking through it to give yourself an idea of what you know and what questions you have

Sizes
1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9)

To fit bust:
30 (34, 38, 42, 46) (50, 54, 58, 62)’’ /
76 (86, 97, 107, 117) (127, 137, 147, 157) cm
Finished bust:
34 (38, 42, 46, 50) (54, 58, 62, 66)’’ /
86 (97, 107, 117, 127) (137, 147, 157, 167) cm

Designed with 4’’ / 10 cm positive ease.

YARN
YARN: Fingering weight yarn (size 1)
1675 (1765, 1860, 1950, 2045)(2140, 2230, 2325, 2415) yds /
1530 (1615, 1700, 1785,1870)(1955, 2040, 2125, 2210) m /
Store sample in Blue Sky Woolstok Light. Other options include Farmer's Daughter Foxy Lady & La Bien Aimee Super Sock

Gauge
22 sts and 13.3 rows = 4’’ / 10 cm
12 rows = 3.5’’ / 9 cm
in dc after blocking

Suggested Hooks
E / 3.5 mm for ribbings (smaller hook)
F / 3.75 mm main gauge hook (larger hook), or size to obtain gauge

Notions
2 stitch markers, tapestry needle