Finding masculine crochet can be difficult - crochet was, after all, originally used to make lace! But if you look hard enough, it's out there. In fact, I've got 10 Free Crochet Sweaters and Vests for Men to share with you today!
10 Free Crochet Men's Sweater and Vest Patterns
Click the name of the pattern to go to the pattern!
- Father Pullover by Melissa Leapman, on Yarnspirations: (S - XXL) This classic sweater is sure to please even the most crochet-averse dudes, dad or not!
- Wine Country Pullover by Susan Robicheau, on FreePatterns.com: (S - 2XL) Great texture with a popular neckline!
- Adventuring Sage Cable Vest by Even Howard, on Crochet Me: (44" chest) This pattern is not for beginners! Detailed and fantastic!
- Guy's Vest by Drew Emborsky, on Knit and Crochet Now! TV: (S - 2XL) Sorry all, it looks like this pattern has been removed from the site! You can watch the Ravelry page to see if it becomes available again. In the meantime, try the Swish Vest by Kim Guzman!
- Mens Diagonal Rib Sweater by Kim Guzman, on CrochetKim: (36 (40, 44, 50)") Amazing! And manly! Just so great.
- Tunisian Rib Stitch Zip Front Cardigan by Treva McCain, on FreePatterns.com: (S - 2XL) Love this! Also not for beginners, but if you make do it, you'll have his thanks!
- Mens Collage Cardigan by Carol Wolf, on Wolf Crochet, via the Internet Archive: (48" chest) A classic men's cardigan pattern (also perfect to snag as a "boyfriend sweater")!
- His and Hers Outdoor Sweaters by Bendy Carter, in Crochet World Magazine: (S - XL) This looks so warm and cozy! Though not all guys are going to appreciate it as much if you make a matching one for you. This link doesn't always work - if that's the case for you, please copy and paste this link into your browser: www.crochet-world.com/patterns/pdfs/His_Hers_Sweaters.pdf
- Fisherman Crochet Aran Vest by Lion Brand Yarn: (S - 1X) This is a great looking vest! Be sure to check out the Ravelry gallery page for a better view of the vest.
- Cabled Jacket by Treva McCain, on FreePatterns.com: Another great looking sweater from this designer! Love the cables!
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DreAnna Plaisted says
Oops, the His and Hers Outdoor Sweaters link doesn't work!
Tamara Kelly says
Sorry about that DreAnna - apparently I cannot add downloadable pdfs as a link. Live and learn! I've updated the post and now there's a URL in the notes on the pattern that you can cut and paste into a new tab - this will cause the pdf to automatically download.
DreAnna Plaisted says
It's ok, I just figured I'd let you know. Thank you for the roundup! 🙂
Tamara Kelly says
I appreciate it! It's a computer mystery to me why it won't just work, sigh.
Julie says
There is no stitch guide
Tamara Kelly says
Click on the names of the patterns you like to go to their pattern pages!
terry says
The his and hers address does not work
Tamara Kelly says
Hi Terry! I updated the notes, you'll need to cut and paste the URL for the PDF in the notes for that one. 🙂
Rhondda Mol says
I love the Tunisian Rib Stitch Cardigan! Fabulous!!
Ash says
It really is hard to find projects for guys - I know I always hit a bit of a brick wall trying to think of things to make my brother^^; So this is a really awesome roundup with some fabulous patterns, thanks so much for sharing!
Tamara Kelly says
Thank you Ash! I agree, it was hard to find all of these! 😀
Ann says
I copied and pasted the url for The Guy's Vest, but couldn't get it to work. Just in case anyone else is having the same problem, I found the pattern pdf here: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/guys-vest. I enjoy your site very much and appreciate all you do for us, Tamara,
Tamara Kelly says
Thank you Ann! And thanks for posting the link that worked for you - not sure why it's not cooperating!
Jen says
Thank you for the lovely pictures'. However, 2xl is very small for many men these days' and I don't know how to make the patterns' into 5 and 6xl for my sons'. Thank you.
Dawn says
I'm in a similar boat...my father in law wears a 3-4x, and I'd love to make a sweater for him for Christmas....but as someone who has only started crocheting this year I'm definitely still a novice. Figuring out how to adjust a pattern to get the size I need and maintain proper fit is beyond my skill level.....anyone have any ideas out there?
Tamara Kelly says
Sweaters can be tough - upsizing them even more so! I'd recommend this book: http://amzn.to/1uPPIAN It's aimed at women's garments, but the idea is the same! I have it in my own library!
alejandra says
hi, i've try to download the pattern for number 4 vest, but i copied and pasted as you tell and nothing happen, =(, would you have the pattern?
Tamara Kelly says
Hello Alejandra! I did some digging, and it looks like Annie's has removed it. 🙁 I'm sorry to see it gone!
Chotika Designs says
Hi, Thank you for nice ideas. Cabled Jacket by Treva McCain is one of my favourite
Tamara Kelly says
🙂 You're very welcome! I'm glad you found something you like!
Heidi says
The men's collage pattern is no longer available. She has disabled her blog and pulled all her patterns
Tamara Kelly says
Alas, right you are. Fortunately it's still available for now through the internet archive: https://web.archive.org/web/20150411045805/https://wolfcrochet.wordpress.com/2009/10/14/mens-collage-cardigan/
Bren says
Thank you
Melanie says
On the Father Pullover.... am I just missing it ??? I can’t find the number of starting chains
Tamara Kelly says
Hi Melanie! The Rib Pattern is probably confusing you - that comes in later. You'll start crocheting the actual sweater pattern in the last column of the first page, where it reads:
BACK
Ribbing
With smaller hook, ch 65 (71, 77, 83, 89).
I hope that helps! 🙂