Wear something you’ll treasure. The First Rain Sweater is a beautifully textured, intermediate-level crochet sweater featuring delicate lace details, elegant ribbing, and subtle short-row shaping that creates a relaxed, flattering silhouette.

Designed with intention, First Rain balances comfort and refinement. The lightweight fabric drapes beautifully, while the combination of textured stitches and airy lace makes it a timeless piece you’ll reach for through changing seasons.

Construction

The First Rain Sweater is worked using fingering weight yarn and a 4 mm crochet hook. Simple short-row shaping, textured ribbing, and delicate lace panels come together to create a polished sweater with a modern, handcrafted feel.

Sizes

1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8 · 9

Designed to fit full bust measurements:

29–56 inches
73.4–142.2 cm

The sweater is intended to be worn with 2–6 inches (5–15 cm) of positive ease.

See the pattern for complete finished garment measurements, customization options, and detailed sizing guidance.

Customization

Instructions are included for adjusting the body length along with additional modifications, allowing you to create a sweater that suits your personal style and preferred fit.

Materials

— Fingering weight yarn

Sample Yarn
School Knits (100% Acrylic) – Peach

Estimated Yarn Requirement
1,685–2,690 yards
(1,540–2,459 metres), depending on size

Tools
— 4 mm crochet hook
— Tapestry needle
— Stitch markers (optional)

Gauge

21 stitches × 15 rows in BLO HDC using a 3.5 mm hook, or any hook size needed to obtain gauge.

Made this? I would genuinely love to see it. Share your finished First Rain Sweater on Instagram using #FirstRainSweater and tag @yarnpunzel—seeing your makes is truly my favourite part of designing.