Boy’s Crochet Cardigan Pattern

Crocheting a cardigan for your little one is a rewarding project that allows you to create a cozy and stylish garment they’ll love to wear. This Boy’s Crochet Cardigan Pattern provides detailed instructions and tips to craft a cute and comfortable cardigan, perfect for chilly days. Let’s get started!

About the Design

This crochet cardigan is designed for infants sized 6 months to 12 months, making it an excellent gift for new parents or a fun project for yourself. The combination of blue and white yarn gives it a classic look while ensuring it remains soft against your baby’s skin. Featuring a combination of double crochet and single crochet stitches, this cardigan provides both warmth and breathability. The pattern includes instructions for key components: the body, sleeves, and body edging, as well as essential finishing touches.

Sizes

• 6 months
• 12 months

Finished Measurements

• Chest Width: Approximately varies by size.
• Length from shoulder to hem: Approximately varies by size.

Materials

this Pattern

Yarn

• Bernat® Softee Baby (140 g / 5 oz)
  • Main Color (MC): Blue — 1 ball for sizes 6 mos (1 ball for sizes 12 mos)
  • Contrast A: White — 1 ball for both sizes

Crochet Hook

• Size 5 mm (U.S. H or 8) or size needed to obtain gauge

Notions

• Buttons: 4

Gauge

• Gauge is not provided in this pattern; however, it’s recommended to check your tension to ensure accurate fit and size.

Crochet Abbreviations

• ch = chain
• dc = double crochet
• sc = single crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• RS = right side
• Yoh = yarn over hook
• Dc2tog = (Yoh and draw up a loop in next st. Yoh and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook.

Construction Overview

The cardigan is crafted in multiple sections, starting with the body, working into the armholes, and then constructing the sleeves. Once the pieces are created, they are sewn together and edged with a neat finish. This method ensures flexibility in adjusting sizes as needed for your child.

Body (Worked in One Piece to Armholes)

With Main Color (MC), ch 77 (83).

1st Row (RS)

• 1 dc in 4th ch from hook.
• 1 dc in next ch.
• With Contrast A, 1 dc in each of next 3 ch. With MC, 1 dc in each of next 3 ch.
• Repeat from * across, joining A at end of last dc.
• Total 75 (81) dc.
• Turn.

2nd Row

• With A, ch 3 (counts as dc).
• Miss first dc.
• 1 dc in each of next 2 dc.
• With MC, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc. With A, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc.
• Repeat from * across, joining MC at end of last dc.
• Turn.

3rd Row

• With MC, ch 3 (counts as dc).
• Miss first dc.
• 1 dc in each of next 2 dc.
• With A, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc. With MC, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc.
• Repeat from * across, joining A at end of last dc.
• Turn.

Pattern Repeat to Start Measurements

Repeat 2nd and 3rd rows for pattern until work from beginning measures 6 (6½) inches [15 (16.5) cm], ending with RS facing for the next row.

Divide for Armholes and Neck

Right Front:

Next row (RS):

• With appropriate color, ch 3 (counts as dc).
• Miss first dc.
• Dc2tog over next 2 sts.
• Pattern across next 16 (17) sts.
• Turn. Leave remaining sts unworked.

Next row:

• Ch 3.
• Pattern to last 3 sts.
• Dc2tog over next 2 sts, 1 dc in last st.
• Turn.

Next row:

• Ch 3 (counts as dc).
• Miss first dc.
• Dc2tog over next 2 sts.
• Pattern to end of row.
• Turn.

Repeat last 2 rows twice more. → 12 (13) sts.

Work 1 row even in pattern. Fasten off.

Back:

With RS of work facing, join appropriate color with sl st to next st.

• Ch 3 (counts as dc).
• Pattern across next 36 (40) sts.
• Turn. Leave remaining sts unworked.
• Continue even in pattern for 7 more rows, ending with RS facing for next row. Fasten off.

Left Front:

With RS of work facing, join appropriate color with sl st to next st.

• Ch 3 (counts as dc).
• Pattern across next 15 (16) sts.
• Dc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 dc in last st.
• Turn.

Next row:

• Ch 3 (counts as dc).
• Dc2tog over next 2 sts.
• Pattern to end of row.
• Turn.

Next row:

• Ch 3.
• Pattern to last 3 sts.
• Dc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 dc in last st.
• Turn.

Repeat last 2 rows twice more. → 12 (13) sts.

Work 1 row even in pattern. Fasten off.

Sleeves

With MC, ch 29.

1st Row (RS)

• 1 dc in 4th ch from hook.
• 1 dc in next ch.
• With A, 1 dc in each of next 3 ch. With MC, 1 dc in each of next 3 ch.
• Repeat from * across, joining A at end of last dc.
• Total 27 dc.
• Turn.

2nd Row Pattern and Shaping

Beginning on the 2nd row, work in pattern as given for Body, shaping sides by working 2 sts at beginning and end of every 3rd and following alternate rows until there are 35 sts, integrating increase sts into the pattern.

Continue even in the pattern until sleeve measures 6 (7½) inches [15 (19) cm], ending with RS facing for next row. Fasten off.

Finishing

Pin garment pieces to measurements. Cover with a damp cloth, leaving cloth to dry.

Seams and Attachments:

• Sew shoulder seams.

Body Edging

1st Round

With RS of Body facing, join MC with sl st in the remaining loop of foundation ch at the corner of Left Front.

• Ch 1.
• 3 sc in the same space as last sl st.
• Work 73 (79) sc across bottom edge to next corner.
• 3 sc in the corner.
• Work 18 (22) sc up Right Front to beginning of neck shaping, 18 sc up neck edge, 13 (15) sc across Back neck edge, 18 sc down Left Front neck edge, 18 (22) sc down Left Front edge.
• Join with sl st to first sc.
• Total 164 (180) sc.

2nd Round

• Ch 1.
• 1 sc in the same space as last sl st.
• 3 sc in next corner sc.
• 1 sc in each sc to the next corner sc.
• 3 sc in corner sc.
• 1 sc in each of the next 3 sc.
• Ch 2. Miss next 2 sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 (4) sc.
• Repeat from * twice more.
• Ch 2. Miss next 2 sc.
• 1 sc in each sc to end of round.
• Join with sl st to first sc.

3rd Round

• Ch 1.
• 1 sc in same space as last sl st.
• 1 sc in each sc to the next corner sc.
• 3 sc in each corner sc and 2 sc in each ch-2 space around.
• Join A with sl st to first sc.

4th Round

With A, ch 4 (counts as 1 dc and ch 1).

• *Miss next sc. 1 dc in next sc. Ch 1. Repeat from * around, working [(1 dc, ch 1) twice. 1 dc] in each corner sc.
• Join MC with sl st to 3rd ch of ch 4.
• Break A.

5th Round

With MC, ch 1. 1 sc in the same space as the last sl st.

• 1 hdc in next missed sc from 3rd round (working around ch-1 sp of 4th round). 1 sc in next dc.
• Repeat from * around.
• Join with sl st to first sc.
• Fasten off.

Final Assembly:

• Sew sleeve seams.
• Sew in sleeves.
• Sew buttons to correspond with buttonholes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What crochet hook is used for this pattern?

A size 5 mm (U.S. H or 8) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge is recommended.

Is this project worked in rows or rounds?

This cardigan is worked in rows.

Does this crochet project require assembly?

Yes, assembly is required for the sleeves and buttons.

How many buttons are needed for this cardigan?

You will need a total of 4 buttons.

Can I modify the size of the cardigan?

Yes, you can adjust the starting chain length to increase or decrease the size as needed.

Conclusion

Congratulations on your decision to crochet this adorable Boy’s Crochet Cardigan! With the provided instructions, you are well on your way to creating a delightful garment that will keep your little one warm and stylish. Enjoy your crafting journey!