Norita Sweater – Granny Yoke Sweater Crochet Pattern

A top-down granny yoke sweater crochet pattern with clever shaping, a stunning wedge motif yoke, and inclusive sizing from XS to 5X.

The Norita Sweater started with one idea: what if granny squares didn’t have to be square? That question led me down a really exciting path, and I’m honestly so proud of how this one turned out.

The result is a top-down sweater with a wedge-shaped granny yoke that fits beautifully around the upper body – and looks far more impressive than the effort involved!

I made two samples (one cosy wool for autumn, one cotton blend that’s perfect for summer) and my testers across all sizes kept saying the same thing: it was way more manageable than they expected – just what I love to hear!

Pattern at a Glance

Skill Level	Intermediate
Construction	Top-down, worked in turned rounds
Yarn Weight	#3 / DK weight
Main Hook	4.5mm (US 7)
Ribbing Hook	3.5mm (US E/4)
Sizes	XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X
Ease	1 – 4.5″ / 2.5 – 11.5 cm positive ease
Yardage	1,350 – 2,495 yds / 1,235 – 2,282 m (all colours)
Techniques	Granny wedge motifs, short rows, seaming, ribbing
Finishing Options	Ribbing or faux i-cord trim

Where To Get This Pattern

The Norita Sweater is a paid PDF pattern, available on Etsy and Ravelry. The PDF includes the full written pattern, stitch diagrams, construction appendices, and schematic.

What Makes this Granny Yoke Sweater Special

What I love most about this sweater is that it looks far more impressive than it actually is to make! My testers couldn’t believe how manageable it was – and that’s exactly what I aim for with every pattern I write.

• A granny yoke unlike any other – the motifs in this yoke aren’t traditional squares. They’re wedge-shaped, narrower at the top and wider at the bottom, which gives a much better fit around the upper body and shoulders. It’s a small change that makes a big difference.
• DK weight yarn – lightweight enough for gorgeous drape, but not so fine that it’ll take forever to work up! DK weight works up at a satisfying pace and gives beautiful stitch definition in the wedge motifs.
• 9 inclusive sizes (XS – 5X) – this pattern has been tested by crocheters of all different shapes and sizes, and it was genuinely thrilling to see how great it looked on everyone. Full sizing details are in the table above.
• Clever short row shaping – short rows in two places raise the back neckline for a comfy, flattering fit. Once you try this technique in a garment, you won’t want to go back!
• Your choice of finish – choose between ribbing or faux i-cord trim around the neckline, sleeves, and body hem. Two completely different looks from one pattern – it’s worth swatching both before you decide!

Materials

Yarn

Any #3 / DK weight yarn will work great for this pattern. I used Rico Design Essentials DK (100% wool) for my purple sweater – it blocks beautifully and the stitch definition is gorgeous. A cotton or cotton blend works brilliantly for a summer version (I used Hobbii Acacia for my yellow sweater!)

Yardage (approximate totals across all colours):

Size	Total Yardage
XS	1,350 yds / 1,235 m
S	1,455 yds / 1,331 m
M	1,585 yds / 1,449 m
L	1,680 yds / 1,536 m
XL	1,875 yds / 1,715 m
2X	2,100 yds / 1,920 m
3X	2,270 yds / 2,076 m
4X	2,370 yds / 2,167 m
5X	2,495 yds / 2,282 m

Note: amounts may vary depending on your chosen neckline trim and body length.

Other yarns that I recommend:

Alternative yarn options:

• $ Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran (100% Acrylic)
• $ Premier Yarns Anti-Pilling DK (100% Acrylic)
• $ WeCrochet Brava Worsted (100% Premium Acrylic)
• $$ WeCrochet Swish Worsted (100% Superwash Merino)
• $$ Lion Brand Color Theory (100% Acrylic)
• $$ Lion Brand Heartland (100% Acrylic)
• $$$ Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran (55% Merino Wool 33% Acrylic 12% Cashmere)

Hooks

4.5mm (US 7) for the body, 3.5mm (US E/4) for the ribbing

Crochet hooks I love:

Individual Hooks

• $ KnitPro Waves Crochet Hook
• $$ Clover Amour Crochet Hook
• $$$ Furls Streamline Wood Crochet Hook

Hook Sets

• $$ KnitPro Zing Crochet Hook Set
• $$$ Clover Amour Crochet Hook Set

Other supplies

• Yarn needle
• Stitch markers (9 for XS-2X, 17 for 3X-5X)

Tips & Tricks for Crochet Success

• Choose your size using your high bust measurement. Because this is a top-down garment, the high bust gives a more accurate fit through the shoulders and neckline than the full bust measurement. The pattern has 1 – 4.5″ of positive ease built in.
• Read through before you start. I know, I know – everyone says this! But with a garment pattern, it really does make a difference. Go through and highlight the numbers for your size before you pick up your hook.
• Gauge matters here. The granny wedges need to be a specific size for the yoke to come together correctly, so do check your gauge and block your swatch. Full gauge information is included in the PDF.
• Block your wedges before seaming. It makes the seaming so much easier and the finished yoke much neater.
• Don’t be intimidated by the short rows – the video tutorial walks you through them clearly, and they really do make the finished sweater so much more comfortable to wear.

Watch How to Make the Norita Sweater

I’ve recorded two full-length YouTube tutorials to guide you through the Norita Sweater from start to finish.

In the video, I make the XS size, so you’ll want to keep the written pattern handy to follow along for your chosen size.

Tester Inspiration

Below is a collection of photos that my pattern testers graciously allowed me to share with you! Thank you so much to all these lovely testers who helped make this pattern as clear and easy-to-follow as possible!

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Ready to Make the Norita Sweater?

If you wish, you can purchase an inexpensive, ad-free PDF version of this pattern through Ravelry or Etsy.

I hope you have enjoyed this pattern, if you have questions at all, please don't hesitate to contact me. And be sure to tag your finished project on Instagram or Facebook using @nedandmimi or #nedandmimi!

Happy crocheting!

Sarah