40+ Plus Size Crochet Patterns (XS-5XL!)

40+ Plus Size Crochet Patterns

For the best free plus size patterns to crochet, check out this collection!

By: Krista Childers, Editor, AllFreeCrochet.com

By: Krista Childers, Editor, AllFreeCrochet.com

Sometimes it can be difficult to feel comfortable yet stylish if you're not a size zero. That's when you can use your crochet skills to help you out.

Find the most beautiful and flattering cardigans, sweaters, ponchos, tops, dresses, skirts, wraps, and more in our collection of 40+ Plus Size Crochet Patterns.

Find a larger clothing piece that fits perfectly because it's made for your specifications. Yes, these take more yarn and effort than buying something in the store but you'll be obsessed with the stunning results. Any of these crochet clothing patterns are worth the time and you'll feel amazing in your custom piece.

Fortunately for crocheters, there are several designers creating jaw-dropping plus size patterns for free. This list includes many of our favorites for different types of everyday clothing.

We think there's something for every woman. A lot of these patterns include a range of sizes, too, so there's no need to feel discouraged when you see something you like.

Every woman deserves to feel beautiful when they put on their outfit in the morning. With these free larger sized clothing patterns, there's no doubt that you will. But be careful because when your friends see your new duds, they'll want you to make them something too.

Plus Size Crochet Dress and Skirt Patterns
Plus Size Crochet Top Patterns
Plus Size Cardigan Crochet Patterns
Plus Size Crochet Sweater Patterns
Crochet Poncho Patterns
Large Wrap and Shawl Crochet Patterns

Plus Size Crochet Dress and Skirt Patterns

Crochet skirts and dresses don't have to be limited to children and thin bodies. We can't get over how stunning each crochet dress for plus size women shown below is. Make a dress and wear it with leggings in the winter or rock in on a cool summer night. Your hard work will WOW for sure.

Vivo Dress

This intermediate pattern is available in sizes XS–5XL.

Off-Balance Skirt

This intermediate pattern can be made to any waist size. Length is 30 in.

Fons Dress

This intermediate pattern is available in sizes XS–5XL.

Bacca Sweater Dress

This easy pattern is available in sizes XS–5XL.

Plus Size Crochet Top Patterns

This section is full of free crochet patterns for tops available in bigger sizes that you will adore. These take less time to work up than most of the other crochet designs in this collection, so a top is a great project to start with. Trendy and vogue, you will want to make your own right away!

Crochet Caeli Top

This beginner pattern is available in sizes XS–5XL.

Easy Plus Size Woman's Top

This easy pattern is available in sizes 2XL–3XL.

Ocean Waves Halter Top

This easy pattern is available in sizes XS–3XL.

Vivo Top

This intermediate pattern is available in sizes XS–5XL.

Tantum Top

This intermediate pattern is available in sizes XS–5XL.

Butterfly Summer Tank Top

This intermediate pattern is available in sizes XS–XL.

Beachcomber Halter Top

This easy pattern is available in sizes XS–2XL.

Top-Down Tank

This intermediate pattern is available in sizes XS–XL.

Iris Irene Tee

This intermediate pattern is available in sizes XS–4XL.

Plus Size Cardigan Crochet Patterns

For a beautiful crochet cardigan pattern that you can make yourself, take a look at these free designs. These flattering crochet cardigans will finish off any outfit and keep you both stylish and warm any time of year.

Curvy Girl Cable Crochet Cardigan

This intermediate pattern is available in sizes 1XL–4XL.

Laxus Cocoon Cardigan

This beginner pattern is one-size-fits-all with customizable armholes.

Creation Cardigan

This beginner/intermediate pattern is available in sizes S–2XL.

Riverbend Cardigan

This easy pattern is available in sizes S–5XL.

Bruma Cardigan

This intermediate pattern is available in sizes XS–5XL.

Regelo Crochet Cardigan

This easy pattern is available in sizes S–5XL.

Filet Cabled Cardigan

This intermediate pattern is available in sizes S–3XL.

Classic Raglan Cardigan

This intermediate pattern is available in sizes XS–5XL.

Plus Size Crochet Sweater Patterns

For some of the prettiest crochet pullover sweater patterns and a few other types, take a look at our selection below. No matter your style, we know you will find something perfect for your specific fashion sense.

Gradvis Sweater

This intermediate pattern is available in sizes XS–5XL.

Nautical Knots Pullover

This easy pattern is available in sizes XS–5XL.

Sabrina Sweater

This easy pattern is one-size-fits-most and has instructions for adjusting.

Cross-Over Jumper

This intermediate pattern is made for a UK 16/US 14/EU 44 (but fits loose).

Alpaca My Holiday Sweater

This intermediate pattern is available in sizes XS–5XL.

Everyday Cable Sweater

This intermediate pattern is available in sizes XS–5XL.

How to Crochet a Sweater: Advice from the Experts

Crocheting a sweater might seem like a big project, but as long as you take your time with your pattern and pay attention, you’ll get one finished in no time. But, what kind of pattern should you start with? What type of sweater construction is the easiest? What type of sleeves should you make? We asked, and AllFreeCrochet’s fabulous readers answered, giving us some tips and suggestions of their own. Check it out:How to Crochet a Sweater: Advice from the Experts

Crochet Poncho Patterns

There are so many amazing ponchos shared below. Ponchos are fantastic for plus-sized women because many are one-size-fits-all, they are comfortable, and easy to throw on in a hurry. These designs aren't unflattering like some ponchos can be, either.

Perfect Fall Poncho

This intermediate pattern is one-size-fits-most; 50 in. wide x 26 in. high.

Collared Crochet Poncho

This intermediate pattern is one-size-fits-most; 20 x 33 in. per panel.

Plus Size Crochet Poncho Pattern

This intermediate pattern is one-size-fits-most.

Cozy Cowl Poncho (Free Crochet Pattern)

This easy pattern is one-size-fits-most; About 22 x 25 in. after folding.

Oversized Lean Poncho

This beginner pattern is available in sizes XS–XL.

Striped Cozy Poncho

This beginner pattern is one-size-fits-most.

Multicolored Poncho

This easy pattern is one-size-fits-most; 50 in. wide x 17 in. long.

Short Lacy Spring Poncho Pattern

This intermediate pattern is one-size-fits-most; 19 in. x 37.5 in.; 22 in. neck circumference.

Large Wrap and Shawl Crochet Patterns

Most crochet wraps and shawl patterns can easily be adjusted for curvy bodies but we've gone ahead and pulled some of the best plus-size designs we could find to get you started. Add a luxe level of comfort and class to any outfit with the addition of a wrap or shawl.