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39 Cropped Sweater Crochet Patterns: Upgrade Your Wardrobe Handmade Style

Cropped Sweater Crochet Patterns: Upgrade Your Wardrobe Handmade Style.

A selection of the crochet patterns in 40 Cropped Sweater Crochet Patterns: Upgrade Your Wardrobe Handmade Style

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These are crochet patterns from independent designers on Etsy. There are 40 to choose from. Under each one are product details based on the designer’s listing, so you can check the skill level, finished size and yarn weight before you buy.

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1. Hexie cropped sweater pattern w V-neck

Hexie cropped sweater pattern w V-neck

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This size-inclusive beginner pattern makes a slouchy V-neck cropped sweater from two pieces using velvet yarn and a 6–10 mm hook, with photos for every step.

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2. Cropped Sweater Crochet

Cropped Sweater Crochet

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Crochet your next favorite piece for autumn and winter, with three different sleeve variations: – wide sleeves with straight hem – wide sleeves with scalloped edge – Sleeves with cuffs (as pictured) This cropped sweater is super easy to crochet and therefore perfect for beginners. The instructions are clearly structured, with helpful tips and pictures.

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3. Ruffle Charm Crochet Cardigan Pattern: Feminine Cropped

Ruffle Charm Crochet Cardigan Pattern: Feminine Cropped

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Dive into the world of crochet with the Ruffle Charm Cropped Cardigan, a pattern that blends simplicity with a touch of elegance. While not specifically tailored for beginners, those with a basic understanding of crochet will find this pattern within their reach, offering an opportunity to enhance their skills.

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4. Coquette Mesh Cropped Sweater Crochet Pattern No-Sew

Coquette Mesh Cropped Sweater Crochet Pattern No-Sew

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This beginner-friendly project features a classic mesh stitch that creates a lightweight, airy texture perfect for layering. Whether you are a beginner looking for your first garment or a seasoned maker wanting a quick, stylish project, this Coquette Mesh Cropped Sweater is for you.

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5. Crochet Shrug Pattern: Chunky Cropped Sweater (

Crochet Shrug Pattern: Chunky Cropped Sweater (

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This modern chunky cropped sweater is the perfect project for a beginner to move from working a flat piece to working in round. Worked top-down, is easy to adjust for length as per your wish. Crochet this for yourself or as a gift for someone special.

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6. Crochet Pattern Collared Cropped Sweater Vest W.

Crochet Pattern Collared Cropped Sweater Vest W.

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This easy cropped sweater-vest PDF includes step-by-step size-small instructions plus a made-to-measure method for other sizes.

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7. Crochet Mesh Cropped Sweater Pattern: Beginner Friendly

Crochet Mesh Cropped Sweater Pattern: Beginner Friendly

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Crochet Mesh Cropped Sweater Pattern – Beginner Friendly Pattern to Crochet Mesh Long Sleeve Top – Digital PDF File in English Pattern is written for XS-S, M – L, XL-XXL sizes and has instructions to make it to measure.

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8. Pattern for the Scarlett Sweater Cropped Sweater Crochet

Pattern for the Scarlett Sweater Cropped Sweater Crochet

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The Scarlett cropped-sweater pattern is written for XS–XL and can be adjusted for other sizes. It is designed for Lion Brand Shawl in a Cake yarn.

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9. Crochet Pattern: Ribbed Cropped Sweater

Crochet Pattern: Ribbed Cropped Sweater

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This ribbed cropped-sweater pattern covers XS through 3XL and can be adjusted to custom measurements. A timestamped video tutorial accompanies the written pattern.

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10. Easy Cropped Lace Cardigan Crochet

Easy Cropped Lace Cardigan Crochet

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Create a stylish handmade layering piece with this Easy Cropped Lace Cardigan Crochet Pattern. This lightweight crochet cardigan features an airy mesh stitch texture, elegant scalloped edging, relaxed sleeves, and adjustable front tie closures for a soft feminine boho-inspired look.

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11. Crochet Pattern Cold Shoulder Cropped Balloon Sleeve

Crochet Pattern Cold Shoulder Cropped Balloon Sleeve

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Enhance your crochet prowess with this detailed, easy to follow Crochet Balloon Sleeve Cropped Sweater Pattern. An ideal way to create your own unique crochet masterpiece, this pattern features an elegant balloon sleeve design and a trendy, cropped cut for a fashionable twist.

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12. Easy Crochet Granny Square Cropped Sweater

Easy Crochet Granny Square Cropped Sweater

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This digital crochet pattern makes an easy unisex boho granny-square cropped sweater.

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13. V Back Crop Sweater Crochet

V Back Crop Sweater Crochet

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This crochet pattern creates a cropped sweater with a striking V-shaped back in sizes small through extra-large. The quick fall layer pairs easily with leggings, jeans, or workout wear.

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14. Crochet Cropped Sweater Vest Pattern Cable Braided

Crochet Cropped Sweater Vest Pattern Cable Braided

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This cropped cable-knit-style crochet vest pattern uses DK-weight yarn. It also includes instructions for a full pullover with balloon or puff sleeves.

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15. Pattern Crochet Pattern Daria Cropped Sweater

Pattern Crochet Pattern Daria Cropped Sweater

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This crochet pattern creates the Daria cropped granny-square sweater using basic stitches and simple shapes. The design features oversized sleeves, a wide V neckline, and an option to wear it with open shoulders.

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16. Crochet Sweater Pattern Blossom Breeze Cropped Sweater

Crochet Sweater Pattern Blossom Breeze Cropped Sweater

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Crochet Sweater Pattern Light, airy, and effortlessly stylish, the Blossom Breeze Cropped Sweater is the perfect layering piece for any season. With a relaxed fit, wide sleeves, and cropped length, the sweater is comfortable and easy to wear.

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17. Crochet Sweater Pattern Blossom Breeze Cropped Sweater

Crochet Sweater Pattern Blossom Breeze Cropped Sweater

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Crochet Sweater Pattern Light, airy, and effortlessly stylish, the Blossom Breeze Cropped Sweater is the perfect layering piece for any season. With a relaxed fit, wide sleeves, and cropped length, the sweater is comfortable and easy to wear.

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18. Colorwork Cropped Sweater Pattern Multi Stitch Mesh

Colorwork Cropped Sweater Pattern Multi Stitch Mesh

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A cropped crochet sweater pattern combining open mesh and textured stitches for a lightweight summer layer.

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19. Pachi cropped sweater crochet pattern (IN English)

Pachi cropped sweater crochet pattern (IN English)

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A crochet pattern for the Pachi cropped sweater, designed for layering between seasons. The sample uses wool, with cotton or bamboo suggested as alternatives.

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20. Textured Crochet Cardigan

Textured Crochet Cardigan

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Crochet Cardigan Pattern PDF – Textured Shell Stitch Cropped Sweater Create a stylish and cozy handmade cardigan with this crochet cardigan pattern PDF. Designed with a beautiful textured shell stitch, this modern cropped crochet sweater features a relaxed fit, ribbed edges, and a classic button-front design – perfect for layering in every season.

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21. Crochet Pattern Hooded Cropped Sweater/ Chunky Knit

Crochet Pattern Hooded Cropped Sweater/ Chunky Knit

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This modern chunky hooded cropped sweater is worked in round for a seamless look. Worked top-down, is easy adjustable for length as per your wish.

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22. Crochet Pattern Balloon Sleeve Cross Cutout Crop Top

Crochet Pattern Balloon Sleeve Cross Cutout Crop Top

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This crochet pattern creates a balloon-sleeve crop top with crossed cutout straps.

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23. Modern Two Granny Square Cropped Sweater

Modern Two Granny Square Cropped Sweater

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Trendy Cropped Granny Square Sweater – Handmade by You: Create a fashion-forward piece with this Modern Two Granny Square Cropped Sweater crochet pattern. Designed for makers who love bold simplicity, this cropped pullover transforms two oversized granny squares into a stylish, wearable garment you'll be proud to say you made yourself.

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24. Trami Crochet super crop sweater/shrug

Trami Crochet super crop sweater/shrug

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TRAMI Crochet Crop Sweater – Digital PDF Pattern Effortless style meets handmade charm with the TRAMI Crop Sweater. Designed for the modern crocheter, this pattern blends chic elegance with everyday comfort. Whether you're layering it over a dress or pairing it with high-waisted jeans, the TRAMI is your next favorite project.

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25. Crochet Cardigan Beginner Friendly Cropped Sweater

Crochet Cardigan Beginner Friendly Cropped Sweater

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Create your own cozy handmade crochet cardigan with this beautiful cropped crochet cardigan pattern PDF. Featuring oversized sleeves, delicate scalloped edging, and elegant floral crochet texture, this trendy boho-inspired cardigan is perfect for layering during every season.

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26. Crochet Honeycomb Sweater

Crochet Honeycomb Sweater

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Create your own trendy honeycomb trellis cropped sweater with this easy-to-follow crochet pattern.

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27. Fredda Arm sweater Crochet Pattern / cropped sweater /

Fredda Arm sweater Crochet Pattern / cropped sweater /

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Fredda Arm Sweater This super Cropped arm sweater are great design to showcase your favorite top. Timely this design is perfect for the current weather. This pattern is perfect alternative for your sweatshirts, jumpers and pullover.

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28. Child Crochet Shrug Pattern Cropped Bolero Sweater

Child Crochet Shrug Pattern Cropped Bolero Sweater

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It will keep you warm during those cool days or while in the Air Conditioning. It comes in 5 child sizes with more sizes to come.

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29. Crochet Balloon Sleeve Cropped Sweater

Crochet Balloon Sleeve Cropped Sweater

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A PDF crochet pattern for a cropped top with dramatic balloon sleeves.

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30. Crochet Pattern The Rowan Sweater Crochet Cropped Sweater

Crochet Pattern The Rowan Sweater Crochet Cropped Sweater

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This pattern is written for you to be able to create women's size S, M, L, and XL.

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31. Juliette Cardigan Crochet Pattern: Women's Cropped Sweater

Juliette Cardigan Crochet Pattern: Women's Cropped Sweater

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The Juliette cardigan PDF crochet pattern is written in English using US terms and includes 8 sizes from XS to 3X. It uses DK yarn, a 5.00 mm hook and buttons. This is a pattern only, not a finished cardigan.

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32. Crochet Pattern // Boxy Cropped Wide Sleeve Lightweight

Crochet Pattern // Boxy Cropped Wide Sleeve Lightweight

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The Winter Tempest Blanket PDF crochet pattern features uneven stripes, textured stitches and tassels. Written in English using US terms for intermediate crocheters, it includes instructional photos and calls for aran yarn with a 7 mm hook. The finished blanket measures approximately 47 × 58 inches.

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33. Crochet Equinox Cropped Sweater

Crochet Equinox Cropped Sweater

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34. Crochet Pattern / Easy Cropped Cardigan / Seamless

Crochet Pattern / Easy Cropped Cardigan / Seamless

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A PDF crochet pattern for the cropped Yarrow Cardigan, using bamboo yarn and single and double crochet stitches. The project is suited to advanced beginners.

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35. Retro Crochet Pattern Women's Cropped Pullover Shell

Retro Crochet Pattern Women's Cropped Pullover Shell

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This vintage pattern PDF includes the patterns to CROCHET a cropped shell stitched pullover. The finished size can be small, medium, large, or extra large. This retro pattern is perfect for making a beautiful keepsake for a loved one or yourself.

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36. Crochet Pattern Cropped V-Neck Hoodie Sweater Open Hem

Crochet Pattern Cropped V-Neck Hoodie Sweater Open Hem

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This easy to make crochet hoodie will become a staple in your wardrobe. Consisting of the fundamental stitches it is an easy work up and a great pattern for beginners that want to challenge themselves. The seamless sleeves are a beautiful addition for a sleek look to an oversized/slouchy jumper.

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37. Pastel Horizon Crochet Cardigan Cropped Balloon Sleeve

Pastel Horizon Crochet Cardigan Cropped Balloon Sleeve

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Designed for intermediate crocheters, the pattern features clean color changes, structured ribbing, and a relaxed modern fit. You will receive an instant-download PDF pattern. Full Description Product Overview Create a statement crochet cardigan with bold sleeve volume and calm pastel striping.

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38. Crochet Pattern Harmony Hoodie Women's Cropped Hooded

Crochet Pattern Harmony Hoodie Women's Cropped Hooded

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This intermediate pattern makes the cropped women’s Harmony Hoodie in sizes S/M, M/L, and L/XL. It uses bulky Red Heart Hygge and Lion Brand Jeans yarn with 6 mm and 5 mm hooks.

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39. Crochet Pattern Cold Shoulder Cropped Hoodie W. Thumbhole

Crochet Pattern Cold Shoulder Cropped Hoodie W. Thumbhole

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Designed with basic stitches and made-to-measure flexibility, it's beginner-friendly and super fun to work up. Step-by-step instructions, photo guidance, and clickable tutorial links make the process smooth from start to finish.

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Kelsey has been a crafter since childhood and enjoys crochet, sewing, and any craft she can make with her children. She loves learning new techniques and sharing what she learns along the way. Kelsey someday hopes to be someone's crafty grandmother, crocheting afghans and drinking entire pots of coffee.

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