Summer Sweater YoungFashion #1 – RELAUNCH 2026

YoungFashion #1 was the very first design in my YoungFashion Collection and remains one of my most popular lightweight summer garments to this day.

The sweater combines an airy openwork stitch pattern with a relaxed fit and can be worn beautifully over tops, dresses, or summer outfits. Thanks to its timeless design, it is perfect for everyday wear, holidays, beach walks, or relaxed summer evenings.

This pattern has been updated and expanded:

• Size XL newly added
• Additional model photos included
• Longer tunic version included as inspiration
• Crochet charts included
• All rows and rounds fully written out
• Schematic included
• Absolutely beginner-friendly

Looking for yarn inspiration?

To complement this design, you can find lots of information about linen yarns and other exciting summer fibres in my CrazyPatterns blog article:

WissensMaschen: Summer Yarns Beyond Cotton – 7 Inspiring Alternatives for Light & Airy Projects
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/blog/5035/wissensmaschen-summer-yarns-beyond-cotton-7-inspiring-alternatives-for-light-airy-projects

Whether short or long, size S or XL –
what truly matters is not the number on the label, but feeling comfortable and confident in a handmade piece you love to wear.

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

For easier reference, the pattern also includes 3 stitch chart excerpts, allowing you to not only follow the written instructions but also visualize the stitch patterns as you work.

Skill Level: Easy to advanced beginner

Skills Required: (UK-Terms)

• chain stitches
• double crochet
• treble crochet
• slip stitches
• front post and back post treble crochet
• simple picots

The stitch legend includes both UK Terms and US Terms for your convenience.

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

Thanks to the included schematic and gauge information, the sweater can also be easily adjusted to suit your individual measurements – perfect for anyone who enjoys tailoring handmade garments for the ideal fit.

PRO LANA | Pur Linen

Colours:
No. 91 (Grey Mist | Size S shown in the photos)
No. 28 (Terracotta | Size XL & longer version shown in the photos)

Yarn Requirements:
approx. 275 g = approx. 880 m (962 yds) for S
approx. 300 g = approx. 960 m (1,050 yds) for M
approx. 350 g = approx. 1,120 m (1,225 yds) for L
approx. 400 g = approx. 1,280 m (1,400 yds) for XL

→ This crochet sweater can, of course, also be made using a different yarn
→ Please pay attention to gauge, yardage, and hook size

Crochet Hooks:
3.00 mm (UK 11)
5.00 mm (UK 6 | US H/8)