Crochet Pattern – Sweater with Decorative Colour Cable | ItalyWool #6

Perfect for spring, autumn, and cool summer evenings –
this sweater is your new favourite companion when you want something cosy yet stylish.
Simple in shape, but rich in detail – the eye-catching crochet cable in a contrasting colour turns this basic piece into a real statement.

The sweater is worked from the bottom up in four steps: back, front with cable, sleeves, and round neckline.
The special part? The cable is crocheted directly into the fabric – no sewing on afterwards, no fiddling around!

Ideal for anyone with a bit of crochet experience, or adventurous beginners who want to try something new.
And don’t worry – it’s just one cable, so it’s perfect for learning while still packing a visual punch!

By the way: This design is part of the beloved ItalyWool family – maybe you already know the ItalyWool #1 Cable Vest?
Now here comes the cosy crochet sibling to join the club!

A detailed row-by-row description guides you through the entire crochet process.

To support you visually, the pattern also includes 2 excerpts from crochet charts.

Skill level: Advanced

Techniques required:

• Chain stitches (ch)
• Treble crochet (tr)
• Front and back post treble crochet (explained in detail)
• 5-times front/back post treble crochet (explained in detail)
• Cable stitches / crossing stitches (explained in detail)
• Changing colours

This pattern is written for sizes S / M / L / XL.

However, the gauge and the included schematic make it easy to adjust the fit to your individual measurements.

PRO LANA | Italy Wool 150

Colours used:

• No. 142 (pink)
• No. 195 (grey)

Yarn consumption:

No. 142 (pink)

• approx. 35 g = approx. 105 m for size S
• approx. 50 g = approx. 150 m for size M
• approx. 65 g = approx. 195 m for size L
• approx. 80 g = approx. 240 m for size XL

No. 195 (grey)

• approx. 450 g = approx. 1,350 m for size S
• approx. 500 g = approx. 1,500 m for size M
• approx. 550 g = approx. 1,650 m for size L
• approx. 650 g = approx. 1,950 m for size XL

→ Of course, this sweater can also be crocheted with another yarn.
→ Important: Make sure to adjust the gauge, yarn length and hook size accordingly.

Recommended hook size: 6.00 mm crochet hook (US J | UK 4)