Easy Crochet Rectangle Base Pattern (Step-by-Step with Symbols)

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🔹 Symbol Key (from the diagram)

  • Symbols (as in the image)
  • ○ = chain (ch)
  • ┬ = double crochet (dc)
  • V = 2 dc in same stitch (increase)
  • (2┬, ○1, 2┬) = corner cluster shown in the diagram


🪡 Crochet Pattern Instructions

Pattern (work in rounds — join each round with sl st to top of beg ch-3)

◾️1. Foundation: ○23.

◾️2. Round 1:

Work ┬ in the 4th ch from hook (this ch-3 counts as first dc).

Work ┬ in each of next 18 chains.

In the last chain work 5 ┬ (forms the rounded corner).

Continue on the opposite side of the foundation chain: work ┬ in each of the next 18 chains.

In the same stitch as your first ┬ (the other short end) work 3 ┬.

Join with sl st to top of beginning ch-3.

◾️3. Round 2:

Ch 3 (counts as dc). Work ┬ in each ┬ across until you reach the corner.

In each corner space work (2 ┬, ○1, 2 ┬).

Continue ┬ along the next side in every stitch.

Repeat (2 ┬, ○1, 2 ┬) at each corner.

Join with sl st to top of beg ch-3.

◾️4. Round 3:

Ch 3, work ┬ in each ┬ along sides.

In every corner ch-1 space work (2 ┬, ○1, 2 ┬).

Join with sl st.

5. Round 4: (and subsequent rounds — repeat for size):

Repeat Round 3: ch 3, ┬ in each stitch; corners = (2 ┬, ○1, 2 ┬); join.

Continue until desired size.

👚 Female Sweater Size Chart (Approximate)

SizeBust / ChestWaistHipsSleeve LengthSweater Length
XS32 in / 81 cm24 in / 61 cm34 in / 86 cm22 in / 56 cm22 in / 56 cm
S34 in / 86 cm26 in / 66 cm36 in / 91 cm23 in / 58 cm23 in / 58 cm
M36 in / 91 cm28 in / 71 cm38 in / 97 cm24 in / 61 cm24 in / 61 cm
L38 in / 97 cm30 in / 76 cm40 in / 102 cm24.5 in / 62 cm24.5 in / 62 cm
XL40 in / 102 cm32 in / 81 cm42 in / 107 cm25 in / 64 cm25 in / 64 cm
XXL42 in / 107 cm34 in / 86 cm44 in / 112 cm25.5 in / 65 cm25.5 in / 65 cm

✨ Tips for Using the Chart

  • Measure bust/chest at fullest point.

  • Add 2–4 inches / 5–10 cm ease for a comfortable fit.

  • Adjust sleeve length or sweater length based on preference.

  • Gauge swatch is recommended before starting to ensure fit matches yarn & tension.


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