Create your own colourful cropped crochet sweater with the Wool and the Gang Malibu Sweater crochet pattern. Designed for Wool and the Gang Shiny Happy Cotton yarn, Malibu is a fun statement piece with retro-inspired contrast stripes, flared sleeves and beautiful scalloped edges.
This easy-to-stitch crochet pattern is perfect for makers wanting a bold handmade garment with a relaxed summer feel. The Malibu Sweater is part of Wool and the Gang’s iconic Malibu crochet collection and is a great project for crocheters ready to create a wearable piece with colour, texture and personality.
Please note: this listing is for the crochet pattern only. Yarn, crochet hook and accessories are not included.
Features:
Easy-to-stitch crochet sweater pattern
Designed for Wool and the Gang Shiny Happy Cotton yarn
Cropped sweater design
Retro-inspired contrast stripes
Flared sleeves
Scalloped edge detail
Uses ripple crochet stitch
Pattern only, yarn and tools sold separately
Recommended materials:
Wool and the Gang Shiny Happy Cotton yarn
6.5mm / US10.5 crochet hook
Sewing needle for finishing
Pattern details:
Brand: Wool and the Gang
Pattern name: Malibu Sweater
Craft: Crochet
Project type: Sweater / Cropped Sweater
Skill level: Easy
Recommended yarn: Shiny Happy Cotton
Recommended hook size: 6.5mm / US10.5 crochet hook
Technique used: Ripple crochet stitch
Sizes: 1 to 6
Listing type: Pattern only
Size guide:
This Wool and the Gang pattern uses sizes 1 to 6. Choose your size based on your usual UK/AUS/NZ clothing size.
Size 1: UK/AUS/NZ 6-8
Size 2: UK/AUS/NZ 10-12
Size 3: UK/AUS/NZ 14-16
Size 4: UK/AUS/NZ 18-20
Size 5: UK/AUS/NZ 22-24
Size 6: UK/AUS/NZ 26-28
If you are between sizes, choose the smaller size for a neater fit or the larger size for a more relaxed fit.
Yarn quantity guide:
This pattern is designed for Wool and the Gang Shiny Happy Cotton. Yarn is not included with this pattern, but you will need the following amount depending on your chosen size:
Size 1: 8 balls total
Size 2: 8 balls total
Size 3: 14 balls total
Size 4: 14 balls total
Size 5: 14 balls total
Size 6: 14 balls total
Colour quantity guide:
The Malibu Sweater is crocheted using seven colours of Shiny Happy Cotton.
Size 1 and Size 2:
Colour A: 1 ball
Colour B: 1 ball
Colour C: 1 ball
Colour D: 1 ball
Colour E: 1 ball
Colour F: 2 balls
Colour G: 1 ball
Size 3, Size 4, Size 5 and Size 6:
Colour A: 2 balls
Colour B: 2 balls
Colour C: 2 balls
Colour D: 2 balls
Colour E: 2 balls
Colour F: 2 balls
Colour G: 2 balls
We recommend choosing your size first, then purchasing the correct number of Shiny Happy Cotton balls for your project. Always check your tension before starting, as yarn usage may vary slightly depending on your crochet style.
Yarn details:
Shiny Happy Cotton is an Aran/Worsted weight cotton yarn. Each ball is approximately 142m / 155 yards per 100g ball.
Perfect for:
Crochet sweater projects
Colourful summer garments
Retro-inspired handmade wardrobes
Cropped crochet tops
Makers wanting to learn ripple crochet stitch
Crocheting with Shiny Happy Cotton yarn
Statement handmade pieces
The Malibu Sweater crochet pattern is a fun, colourful and stylish project for creating your own statement crochet garment. Choose seven favourite shades of Shiny Happy Cotton and enjoy making a retro-inspired cropped sweater with a true Wool and the Gang look.