{"title":"Chunky \/ #5 Bulky Weight","description":"\u003cp\u003eChunky and Bulky weight patterns that work up fast — ideal for cozy home goods, oversized sweaters, and satisfying weekend projects.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"brioche-crochet-pullover-pattern","title":"Brioche Crochet Sweater Pattern PDF - Knit-Look Pullover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDigital Download PDF, delivered at checkout and via email.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe high-fashion, knit-look pullover that is actually crochet.\u003c\/strong\u003e People will ask where you bought it. Only you'll know how simple it was to make.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's the secret: the fabric is one easy stitch (a yarn-over slip stitch), repeated. The shape is flat panels, worked side to side. No shaping in the round. The tailored details each come with their own video, from first stitch to final zip. First garment? First zipper? No problem. Every tester finished theirs, and the zipper video alone has 45k fans on YouTube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour size, ready to print.\u003c\/strong\u003e Seven size-isolated PDFs, one per size. You print only yours. No bracket soup, no highlighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA video for every step,\u003c\/strong\u003e including a full assembly walkthrough. None of it is as hard as it looks. You don't need experience with any of it. The videos meet you at each step, and you finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFit checkpoints as you go.\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in milestones help you adjust length and width to your shape while you build, not after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Stitch Lab community.\u003c\/strong\u003e Permanent access to the Brioche Crochet chat, a private space with other makers building this pattern. No credit card. No trial expiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree updates for life.\u003c\/strong\u003e This pattern keeps evolving with maker feedback. You get every improved PDF at no extra cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePockets that look set in by a tailor. A zipper that lies flat with no ripple. Sleeves with a curved, knit-style drape (that's the short rows: a few extra turns per row, and the video shows you exactly where). A collar that stands on its own. Every one of them looks like advanced tailoring. Every one of them is a handful of simple steps with a video showing you exactly where to put your hook. You finish with skills you'll use in every garment after this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot ready for short rows yet? Start with the sleeveless \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thestitchlab.shop\/products\/the-brioche-crochet-vest-pdf-pattern?utm_source=pullover-pdp\u0026amp;utm_medium=cross-sell\u0026amp;utm_campaign=vest-gateway\"\u003eBrioche Crochet Vest\u003c\/a\u003e: same fabric, same zipper, even simpler build.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEngineered for Real Bodies, Not Brackets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for a high-fashion oversized fit with 8 to 12 inches (20 to 30 cm) of positive ease built into the shaping. This is intentional. The pattern is graded to Craft Yarn Council standards to maintain proportional fit and drape across all seven sizes. Measure the fullest part of your chest, find that number in the \"Your Chest\" column of the Fit Guide in the photo carousel, and work that size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal-Time Fit Checkpoints:\u003c\/strong\u003e built-in milestones throughout the pattern that guide you through customizing length and width adjustments within your chosen size to fit your unique shape as you go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Yarn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo chunky\/bulky yarns (Category 5) in two colors. Any workhorse or big-box chunky qualifies; this fabric doesn't need luxury skeins. Look for a recommended hook size of 7 to 9mm on the label. Light but chunky constructions (chainette or puño) work especially well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour exact amounts for both colors, by size, are on the Yarn Specs card in the photo carousel. Total yardage runs 2,020 to 4,040 yards depending on size, split across the two colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYarn sizing names differ by country. The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/yarn-weight-guide\"\u003eYarn Weight Guide\u003c\/a\u003e lines up US and UK \/ EU names and hook sizes in one chart.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGauge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12 stitches by 12 physical rows over a 4-inch (10 cm) square in pattern. Swatch with both yarns before you start. The pattern walks you through a Target Swatch and a No-Gap Engineering Check to confirm you're on gauge before committing to a full panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdventurous beginner through intermediate. The brioche stitch is a yarn-over slip stitch worked into the front or back loop, and the individual stitches are simple. The architecture is what makes this pattern, and video tutorials walk you through every step that needs one. And because brioche is one stitch, the pattern reads the same in US and UK crochet terms: nothing to translate, wherever you learned to crochet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTools\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8mm crochet hook (US L\/11), tapestry needle, locking stitch markers (minimum 4), measuring tape, standard half-zipper (don't pre-purchase. The pattern walks you through measuring and selecting the right size for your custom fit).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/badges\/redirect?p=brioche-crochet-half-zip-pullover\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/api.ravelry.com\/badges\/projects?p=brioche-crochet-half-zip-pullover\u0026amp;t=.svg\" style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the Stitch Lab, we treat our patterns like living objects, always evolving with maker feedback to be easier, clearer, and more accessible. Buyers receive updated PDFs at no extra cost as the pattern evolves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrack your project on Ravelry: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/brioche-crochet-half-zip-pullover\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/brioche-crochet-half-zip-pullover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e© 2026 Leigh Thayer Designs \/ The Stitch Lab. All rights reserved.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e🛑 Please do not distribute, reproduce, or sell the PDF. All images owned by The Stitch Lab, not for re-use. The Stitch Lab uses digital file tracking.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e✅ The Finished Garment is yours to sell. Please credit Leigh Thayer \/ The Stitch Lab as the designer.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leigh Thayer Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48489962995867,"sku":"BRIOCHE-PULLOVER-PDF","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0719\/5993\/7179\/files\/brioche-chrochet-pullover-01-side-fruity-pebbles-medium.jpg?v=1777904593"},{"product_id":"the-brioche-crochet-vest-pdf-pattern","title":"Brioche Crochet Zip-Up Vest PDF Pattern","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDigital Download PDF, delivered at checkout and via email.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScared off by the Pullover? Start here.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Brioche Vest is the sleeveless companion to the \u003cstrong\u003eBrioche Crochet Pullover\u003c\/strong\u003e. Same luscious stitch, none of the intimidation. No pesky ends to hide (the finishings do it for you), no short rows to learn. Build with confidence, and the zipper's the easy part (there's a 45k-view tutorial for it).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brioche Crochet Vest doesn't look like the other crochet vests because it isn't built like them. Two-color side to side brioche produces a 3-dimensional fabric that drapes like a knit, in a silhouette engineered for a real oversized, high fashion fit, NOT just bigger numbers. Graded to Craft Yarn Council standards across seven sizes (XS through 3XL), with the same proportional drape from the smallest size to the largest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe construction uses standard garment techniques executed in an approachable way, with video tutorials covering every step that needs one. Never installed a separating zipper? Our testers all executed it easily, and the dedicated video tutorial walks you through measuring, sizing, and installing your zipper with the integrated facing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you get with this pattern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize-isolated PDFs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eone per size (XS through 3XL). You print only your size, but have every size at your fingertips. No bracket soup, no highlighter. The intro PDF also includes the full sizing table for cross-reference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVideo tutorials for every step,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eincluding a FULL assembly walkthrough. This pattern uses garment construction techniques you might not have built before: faux-welt pockets, a full separating zipper with internal facing, panel seaming. That's by design, and you don't need prior experience with any of it. Every technique has a dedicated private video tutorial included with your purchase, and the full assembly walkthrough takes you through the whole finishing process step by step. First garment? First zipper? No problem. The pattern is detailed, the videos meet you at each step, and you finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStitch Lab Community access.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYour purchase includes permanent access to the Brioche Crochet Collection chat in The Stitch Lab community, a private space with other makers building this pattern. No credit card. No trial expiration. The space exists because makers asked for it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEngineered for Real Bodies, Not Brackets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for a high-fashion oversized fit and drape with 8 to 12 inches (20 to 30 cm) of positive ease built into the shaping. This is intentional. The pattern is graded to maintain proportional fit and shape across all seven sizes. The full sizing table is in the photo carousel. Measure the fullest part of your chest, find that number in the \"Your Chest\" column, and work that size. (See the Fit Guide photo for size details.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal-Time Fit Checkpoints:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebuilt-in milestones throughout the pattern that guide you through customizing length and width adjustments within your chosen size to fit your unique shape as you go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Yarn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo chunky\/bulky yarns (Category 5) in two different colors, worked in alternating directions. Look for yarns with a recommended hook size of 7 to 9mm. Light but chunky (chainette or puño constructions work especially well).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal yardage ranges from 1,700 to 3,300 yards depending on size, split across two colors. The yardage chart in the photo carousel shows Yarn 1 and Yarn 2 separately for each size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYarn sizing names differ by country. The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/yarn-weight-guide\"\u003eYarn Weight Guide\u003c\/a\u003e lines up US and UK \/ EU names and hook sizes in one chart.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConstruction Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pattern teaches real garment construction in crochet. You build it side-to-side in shaped panels, install a full separating zipper with a custom internal facing, set in faux-welt pockets, shape high-fashion statement armholes with architectural decreases, build the architectural stand-collar as a separate panel, and stabilize the shoulder seams with a structural stitch technique. You finish with new skills and new confidence to carry into your next crochet garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGauge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12 stitches by 12 physical rows over a 4-inch (10 cm) square in pattern. Swatch with both yarns before you start. The pattern walks you through a Target Swatch and a No-Gap Engineering Check to confirm you're on gauge before committing to a full panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdventurous beginner through intermediate. The brioche stitch is a yarn-over slip stitch worked into the front or back loop, and the individual stitches are simple. The architecture is what makes this pattern, and video tutorials walk you through every step that needs one. And because brioche is one stitch, the pattern reads the same in US and UK crochet terms: nothing to translate, wherever you learned to crochet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTools\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8mm crochet hook (US L\/11), tapestry needle, locking stitch markers (minimum 4), measuring tape, standard full separating zipper (don't pre-purchase. The pattern walks you through measuring and selecting the right size for your custom fit).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/badges\/redirect?p=brioche-crochet-zip-up-vest\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/api.ravelry.com\/badges\/projects?p=brioche-crochet-zip-up-vest\u0026amp;t=.svg\" style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAt the Stitch Lab (c), we treat our patterns like living objects, always evolving with maker feedback to be easier, clearer, and more accessible. Buyers receive updated PDFs at no extra cost as the pattern evolves.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e© 2026 Leigh Thayer Designs \/ The Stitch Lab. All rights reserved.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e🛑 Please do not distribute, reproduce, or sell the PDF. All images owned by The Stitch Lab, not for re-use. The Stitch Lab uses digital file tracking.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e✅ The Finished Garment is yours to sell. 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