Project Overview
- Size: 0–3 Months
- Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
- Terminology: US Crochet Terms
- Technique: Rows & Basic Seaming
- Finished Chest Size: Approximately 18–20 inches (46–51 cm)
Materials Needed
- Yarn: DK Weight (Category 3) Baby Yarn – 250–300g
- Crochet Hook: 4.0 mm (G/6)
- Yarn Needle
- Stitch Markers
- Small Scissors
- 3–4 Wooden or Plastic Buttons (Optional)
Abbreviations
- CH = Chain
- SC = Single Crochet
- HDC = Half Double Crochet
- DC = Double Crochet
- SL ST = Slip Stitch
- INC = Increase
- DEC = Decrease
- ST = Stitch
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Back Panel
Foundation
- Chain 38.
Row 1
DC into the 3rd chain from hook and in every chain across.
(36 DC)
Rows 2–12
CH 2.
Turn.
DC across.
(36)
2. Left Front Panel
Chain 20.
Row 1
DC across.
(18)
Rows 2–12
Repeat Row 1.
Fasten off.
3. Right Front Panel
Repeat Left Front Panel.
Do not fasten off until checking both sides are equal.
4. Sleeves (Make 2)
Chain 24.
Row 1
DC across.
(22)
Rows 2–10
Repeat.
Increase one stitch on each side every second row until reaching 30 stitches.
Fold sleeve in half.
Sew the long edge.
5. Joining
Sew shoulder seams.
Attach sleeves.
Sew sleeves to body.
Sew side seams from sleeve cuff down to bottom edge.
6. Collar
Join yarn at neckline.
Round 1
HDC evenly around neckline.
Round 2
Repeat.
Fasten off.
7. Button Band
Attach yarn to front edge.
Work SC evenly down one side.
Repeat on opposite side.
Create 3 buttonholes by:
- CH 2
- Skip 2 stitches
- Continue SC
8. Cuffs
Join yarn.
Work HDC around each sleeve.
Repeat for 3 rounds.
9. Bottom Border
Join yarn.
Work one round of HDC around the entire bottom.
Optional:
Finish with Crab Stitch (Reverse SC).
Finishing
- Weave in all yarn ends.
- Sew buttons.
- Block lightly using steam.
- Do not overstretch baby garments.
Finished Measurements
| Measurement | Size |
|---|---|
| Chest | 18–20 in |
| Length | 10 in |
| Sleeve | 8 in |
Tips
- Use soft baby-safe cotton or acrylic yarn.
- Keep seams smooth for baby’s comfort.
- Always secure buttons tightly.
- Wash before first use using baby detergent
