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Toddler Hoodie Free Crochet Pattern (size 2/3T)

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A free toddler hoodie cardigan pattern? Absolutely! This toddler hoodie crochet pattern can be made using in white, grey, black or pink yarn. Add a horn and some hair and turn it into a unicorn! Examples of that below.

Child Size Hoodie free crochet pattern

This pattern is the miniature version of the Painted Canyon Cardigan, which includes all adult sizes 0 – 28W. If you’re on the fence about that pattern, then try this toddler hoodie pattern to get your feet wet! šŸ˜‰

Toddler size hoodie crochet pattern

Toddler Hoodie Crochet Pattern (size 2/3T)Ā 

Before we get to the pattern I’d like to send a HUGE shout-out to Leslie for both testing the patterns for me AND for showing her adorable girls wearing their hoodies. Her daughters are wearing the 4/5T pattern and the 2/3T pattern (below). She helped me to create the 6 month size pattern as well as the 12 month! You’ll find all of these under the “crochet pattern” page of Heart Hook Home.

Materials:

Worsted weight (size 4) yarn
-approx. 600 yards for size 2/3T
-rainbow colors for mane (optional)
-gold (or other color of your choice) for horn (optional)
Small bit ofĀ PolyfilĀ for horn (optional)
Stitch markers
Crochet hook inĀ size J/6mm

Gauge:

Make sure youĀ CHECK YOUR GAUGE!

11 hdc and 10 rows in 4ā€ square

Child size crochet pattern for hoodie with pockets

VideoĀ 

A video of me making this cardigan from start to finish can be found on YouTube here. This is NOT a full tutorial, instead youā€™ll follow along using the stitch counts per the size pattern YOU are making. The video shows construction, how to plan your colors and the basics of this pattern.

child size chart of the Painted Canyon Cardigan

Pattern for 2/3T Size Cardigan

Row 1: Fhdc-66 (or ch-67 and hdc in 2nd st and in each across) (66)
Rows 2 ā€“ 32: Ch-1, hdc in each st to end (66)

Use stitch markers and mark 20 sts in from each side to start armholes.

Left side
Attach yarn at left stitch marker with sl st.
Row 33: Ch-1, hdc in each st to end (20)
Rows 34 ā€“ 46: Ch-1, hdc in each st to end (20)
Fasten off.

Center/back
Attach yarn at right stitch marker with sl st.
Row 33: Ch-1, hdc in same st and next 27 sts (28)
Row 34Ā ā€“ 46: Ch-1, hdc in each st to end (28)
Fasten off.

Right side
Attach yarn at far right with sl st.
Row 33: Ch-1, hdc in next 20 sts (20)
Rows 34 ā€“ 46: Ch-1, hdc in each st to end (20)
Fasten off.

SEW SHOULDERS:

Fold front sides in and line up the edges of the top to sew the shoulder. Starting at the outside, sew front to back for 7 sts on each side. This will leave 13 unsewn stitches on both fronts and 14 unsewn stitches along the neck for a total of 40 stitches.

HOOD:

Attach yarn at what will be the right lapel.
Row 1: Ch-1, hdc in next 13 sts, hdc2tog (in the same 2 sts as shoulder seam) hdc in next 14 sts, hdc2tog (in the same 2 sts as shoulder seam) hdc in next 13 sts (42)
Rows 2 ā€“ 24: Ch-1, hdc in each st to end. (42)
Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing. Fold two sides together and sew straight back to close the hood.

EDGING:

Attach yarn at bottom right corner.Ā This tutorial will help with the edging stitches if you are unfamiliar with them.

Row 1: Ch-1, hdc in the end of each row up to hood, around the top edge and down the other side, making sure to place just one hdc per row. (this tutorial may help!)
Row 2: Ch-1, * fphdc in next, bphdc in next * repeat between * * around to end.
Rows 3 & 4: Ch-1, fphdc around previous rowā€™s bphdc (to create ribbing), bphdc around next fphdc. * fphdc around next, bphdc around next * repeat between * * to end.

SLEEVES:

Attach yarn at bottom of armhole.
Row 1: Ch-1, Hdc in each st around. (28)
Do not join, work in spiral instead using stitch markers to note first st of each round.
Rows 2 ā€“ 3: Hdc in each st around (28)
Row 4: Hdc in each st around, hdc2tog in last 2 sts (27)
Row 5: Hdc in each st around (27)
Rows 6 & 7: repeat rows 4 & 5 (26)
Rows 8 ā€“ 15: Hdc in each around (26)
Row 16: Hdc in each st around, hdc2tog in last 2 sts. (25)
Row 17: hdc in each st around (25)
Repeat rows 16 & 17 three times (ending with 22 sts)
Rows 24 – 26: Hdc in each st around (22)
Rows 27 – 30: * fphdc in first, bphdc in next * repeat between * * around so that your ribbing lines up (22)
Slip st to top of next st. Fasten off and weave in ends.

POCKETS:

Row 1: Ch-13, hdc in second ch from hook and in each across (12)
Rows 2 ā€“ 10: Ch-1, hdc in each st across (12)
Row 11: Ch-1, hdc in first st. * fphdc in next, bphdc in next * repeat between * * 5 times, fphdc in next, hdc in last. (12)
Row 12: Ch-1, hdc in first st, * bphdc around next, fphdc around next * repeat between * * 5 times, bphdc in next, hdc in last. (12)
Row 13: Ch-1, sl st in each st across (12)
Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing. Place bottom edge of pocket 12 rows up from bottom hem and 3 sts in (not including the edging sts). Sew into place. Repeat on other side.

Toddler size hoodie crochet patterns

Want to turn this toddler hoodie into a unicorn? You’ll find the horn and ears pattern at the bottom of any of the other sizes:

Get the preemie and newborn sleep sacks here.
Get the infant size 6 month infantĀ here.
Get the infant size 12 month here.
Get the child size 2/3TĀ here.
Get the child size 4/5TĀ here.
Get the child size 6/8Ā here.
Get the child size 10/12Ā here.
Get the ADULT sizes of this pattern (0 ā€“ 28W)Ā here.

Want all of the child sizes together? Grab all of the child sizes in one printable fileĀ here!

Child Size Unicorn Cardigan

And, of course, get the adult version right on over here. Ā ♥

Painted Canyon Cardigan Teaser for fb

More crochet patterns from Heart Hook Home:

An Egg-cellent Apron: Free Crochet Pattern
Cold Shoulder Swimsuit Cover Up Crochet Pattern
Dragon Tears Fingerless Gloves Crochet Pattern
Hair Towel with a Twist {FREE Crochet Pattern}
Floppy Sun Hat Free Crochet Pattern

Comments

  1. Debbie says

    Hello, Iā€™m in the process of making this great sweater, but have a question on the center/back. If you counted in 20 from each side, like the step before, where am I getting those extra stitches from. Shouldnā€™t it be 20 on the left, and 20 on the right? Thank you
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    • Queen says

      The gauge in pattern is 11 stitches and 10 rows in 4x4" square. This implies that 1 stitch is 4" Ć· 11. So 20 stitches should be (4"Ć·11) x 20 =7.27" Measure this from both edges and mark with stitch. Do ensure that the centre back measurement meets the requirement of whoever is going to put on the garment. Hope this helps.
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    • Queen says

      I think that because of individual differences in the way we crochet, you may not get exactly what the pattern states. What worked for me was tweaking the design and keeping my measuring tape handy to ensure I didn't veer off too much from my daughter's actual measurement.
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  3. Nanax2boys says

    I have made 2 of these already, and 1 yr. and a 6 yr. old and am now attempting to make a 2T/3T. Instead of using hdc stitches I am using the Moss Stitch which is sc and ch 1. Starting with 16 additional sts. in foundation ch, and 10 additional rows to the 32 called for. Measuring! Measuring! Measuring! So far I think I am within the measurements needed. Any tips would be appreciated! :-)
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  4. Sharon says

    I would like to make this hoodie for a boy. I see where you suggest making the first side sections 26 rows instead of the 32. I also wanted to make it in a solid color and add a stripe or two to each section. Where would you put the stripes? Maybe on row 10 and 12? On the sleeve I might try to go closer to the cuffs with the two stripes.
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  5. Kelsey says

    Hi! Iā€™m a bit new to crocheting clothing items so Iā€™m wondering if you have a solution! Iā€™m trying to make the 2T/3T for my 3 year old however sheā€™s very small (when I measure her widest point she is only 18ā€) but obviously the 6 month pattern would be much too small. So do I still do the 2T/3T pattern and just go do in hook size or maybe use the 12 month pattern and go up a hook size ? Thank you!
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Kelsey! I would probably stay with the 2/3T pattern and go down a hook size. Hope this helps!
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  8. Tel says

    The blue multi coloured hoodie shows buttons, but I can see where to add buttons in the pattern. Could you advise? I'm thinking toggle buttons as this is for my son. Thanks x
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi! The buttons can simply be added to one side of the front edging and can slip through between the stitches on the other side of edging. Hope this helps!
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      • Thea says

        Hi! I adored this pattern! It's it for boys also? I ask only because it doesn't say anything about it and the pictures are only from girls. I would like to make one for my son.
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        • Heart Hook Home says

          Hi Thea! I think this could work for boys also...although I would probably eliminate a few rows from the 1st part of the pattern to shorten the cardigan up a bit (maybe only do 26 rows before starting the right/left/back panels). Or, I have the classroom cardigan which is a boys pattern...it just doesn't have a hood. That pattern can be found here: https://hearthookhome.com/cozy-classroom-cardigan-crochet-pattern-size-23t/
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  9. Keesha says

    I'm making this for my little girl for Christmas and am stuck a little at the center panel. There are 66 stitches in the body, but 20+20+28= 68. Should I make the center panel 26 or each front panel 19?
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Keesha! The stitch marked stitches will each have 2 hdc in them...giving you an extra 2 stitches. Hope this helps!
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  10. Angie says

    Hi! Thank you for this pattern! I made the 6 month and loved it. Now I'm in the process of making the 6/8- on the divide for front and back part. But it seems that there's a lot more front than back. is that correct? 2 front total 50 and back only 32? Thank you for your time.
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  11. Piggy says

    What a quick easy pattern. I'm a bit confussed tho on the 1st row of the hood. 13-14-13=40. It says to hdc2tog same st at shoulder seem. I assume that is ea. st on both sides of the seem. So the seem ends up in the middle. That would be hdc in 1st 12 st then the 13th and 14th stitches would be hdc2tog then hdc next 12 then hdc2tog other shoulder seem then hdc last 12. Not sure about any of this. However u have the st count at 42 after 1st row. If u decrease dosent that subtract stitches? Am I doing something wrong? I'm doing the 2/3T pattern. this is my 1st attempt at clothes, I've only crocheted animals and a beanie. So I understand the sleeve part but am courous about what others r saying about joining rows to make it match the body. To do that, after I join I need to ch 1 and turn? Does the spiral make the sleeve a bit sturdier? Thanks I could sure u some advice
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    • Piggy says

      Got it!! The 2tog shares the st w/ the 7th stitch seeed on. DUH sorry I did figure I was doing something wrong. When I figured it out I had 44 st. Re did it then relized I was counting the 2nd part of the 2tog. Got past that and all is well. I keep reminding myself trust ur pattern. I got hung up on gaining stitches w/ the 2 togs. This is a very good pattern for a beginner garment. Thanks
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi! When you sew up your shoulder seam, you are work your way in 7 stitches...those 7th stitches on the front and back panels are where you are working your hdc2tog...not into any of the open unsewn stitches. So you have your 13+13+14+2=42. Hope this makes sense! As for the sleeves, I did he spiral on the sleeves so there would not be a seam running down the length of the sleeve...however, if you would like to do the join method so they match the body, then yes, you will just join, ch1 and turn.
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  12. Tonny says

    Can you please tell us the brand of the yarn and the number? It's gorgeous and I can't seem to find it. Thanks
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  13. Stephanie says

    Has anyone NOT done the sleeves in a spiral? I like the look/texture of the sleeves to be the same as the body of the sweater. It seemed to be the same end result when finished, but I've only made one of these in a 12 month size so far.
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    • Jah Nix says

      Yes, I prefer to join and turn for this reason. I've done all of the imfant/children sizes and have not had an issue with the sleeves not in spiral.
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  14. Linda says

    Love this pattern for the cardigan. Would there possibly be a pattern for 3-6 months? I get asked alot for this size, or how I can can downsize to this size. I have made several...Thanks Linda
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Linda! I do have a 6 month size available for this pattern and it can be found here: https://hearthookhome.com/infant-hoodie-crochet-pattern-size-6-months/ Or I have the 3-6 month cozy cardigan which can be found here: https://hearthookhome.com/cozy-infant-cardigan-free-crochet-pattern-size-3-6-months/ Hope this helps and happy crocheting!
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      • Molly says

        I watched the video for this and was so excited to make it since I have the mandala yarn, but it is a 3 and you have listed in the pattern that a 4 weight is needed. For the 2T what length should I be aiming for with my foundation chain? Should I adjust the hook size to a 5.5? Sorry, this is my first garment and I've been playing with the foundation chain trying to get it as close to 24 as I can but am falling several inches short.
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        • Heart Hook Home says

          Hi Molly! With the Mandala, I would use a 5.5 mm hook and go up a pattern size. Hope this helps!
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  15. Linda says

    I haven't tried this pattern yet, but am looking at it and loving that you put the stitch count at the end of the directions for each row. That makes a world of difference for me sometimes. Thank you!
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  16. Lizabeth McCool says

    You say to use worsted weight, but yet in the video you use Lion Brand Mandala, which is DK weight.
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    • Jeanne says

      I saw that too; in fact I bought Mandala yarn and had to go back and get 4 ply yarn. Then I watched video and saw that Mandala was used. So Iā€™m making one with 4 ply then making one with Mandala.
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  17. Zita says

    Hi i am really excited about making this x i have done the step up to folding the 2 flaps down to sew for the arm. I don't understand the instructions and i am wondering if you can please help me or show or send me photos of doing part. I am really confused. Thank you and I look forward to youe reply.
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Zita! I am sorry you are having trouble. I do have a companion video for this pattern...at the 20:45 minute mark is where I show the sewing of the shoulders. The video can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=061ASkM1GB8. Hope that helps!
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  18. Mary says

    Luv this pattern. Made two already. Have a small problem, I would like to add bottom holes and buttons. I havent added the edging yet. Can you give me some ideas. Thanks for your help me .
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Mary! You can sew the buttons onto one side of the edging and they can just slip in between the edging stitches of the other side. Hope that helps!
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  19. Keely says

    Hi I am currently in the middle of making this size 2/3T. What should the finished length be approximately? I can't see anywhere in the pattern (forgive me if I missed it). Keely
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      • Keely says

        Thank you so much, that's literally what it was haha, then I shortened it a bit (my friends granddaughter is a teeny wean) but it's good to know I was on the right track ... I intend on making many of these, they are simply brilliant.
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      • Liz Evans says

        My HDC stitches are very tall. So based on your gauge, I should break for the arm holes at approx. 12.8 inches, correct?
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  20. Amy says

    Love this pattern!! I've been quite successful up until the sleeves. I've never sewn a spiral before and having trouble figuring out exactly how to line everything up and count as its going around. Do you have a tutorial just for the sleeves by any chance?! Thanks in advance!
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Amy! I'm so glad you are enjoying the pattern! I do not have a tutorial for just the sleeves, however, I do have a companion video for this cardigan. At the 22:40 minute mark is when I start the sleeves. Keep in mind, that this is not a tutorial...just a video to give you a general idea of how things are put together...and it can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=061ASkM1GB8 A tip for working in spirals would be to use a stitch marker to mark the beginning or end (whichever you prefer) of each row. This will help you keep track of your stitch counts.
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    • Amy says

      Oh, I got it! Had to redo the sleeves a few times but I finally realized how you got 28 as the base chain and once that got locked down (and I properly used my row counters) it worked perfectly! :)
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  21. Sarah Robrecht says

    It appears that in the photo of the two little girls that their sweaters have buttons. I'd love to make a way for my granddaughters to close their sweaters. How or wear are the button holes worked into the pattern?
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Sarah! No button holes were made. The buttons just slip through the edging stitches. Hope that helps!
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  22. Madelaine Cooper says

    HI Ashlea I've done 2 hoodies using your instructions to the letter. The front panels are way bigger than t back. Is this on purpose?
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    • Ashlea says

      Hi! Yes, they are supposed to be, to account for the width and breadth of the body. When finished they should fit great!
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  23. Trista T Tyler says

    Hi Ashlea, the link for 6 months is not working. Can you send me the link? The 2T/3T is the only one that opens. I really would like to make this for my last and only baby girl. Iā€™d really appreciate it. Thank you in advance. Trista
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  24. JO says

    This pattern is amazing!! thank you for sharing Ashlea! I just finished the 2/3T one and Ive received so many compliments on it. Thank you!!!
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    • Linda says

      I love the yarn in the toddler size two pattern, i have looked n looked gor it or something similar, do you have any suggestions?
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  25. Sandy Hobson says

    Hi ....cannot find the free pattern for child size....not sure what I am doing or reading wrong...from South Africa....please HELP
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Sandy, which child size are you looking for? This blog post has the 2/3T written up in it, with links to the other childrens sized listed at the end of the post.
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  27. Laura Momeyer says

    I made the 12 month and it turned out adorable and now trying to make the 2/3T and also making an adult one for my daughter so her and my 2 granddaughters will have mommy and me matching cardigans. I"m having an issue with the 2-3 T overlapping a huge amount in the front when I fold the sides in and I have the correct number of stitches and my gauge is correct as well. The 12 month pattern did not do this at all, so I'm concerned with continuing the sweater til I know, is this correct? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much!
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    • Charron says

      I've got the same problem with too much overlap in the front. I haven't done the edging yet. I'm going to frog it & start again. I'm thinking 16sts for each front panel. Have done the 6 month size & love it.
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    • Karen says

      Mandi, view the video if you havenā€™t yet. She is making that in the video using a cake. The video has many great tips!
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  29. Karen says

    Hi! I so want to make the 2/3T for my granddaughter; but I am new to crochet and donā€™t know if my measure is okay. My 66 fhdc is straight and even but only measures 22ā€; it has lots of stretch - to 28ā€ or more. I donā€™t know how to get the stitches any bigger! Do you think I can proceed and be within tolerance? Thanks so much.
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    • Kathy says

      You can do it . It really is an easy pattern. Print it out . Cross it off with a highlighter as you finish the row . I found that to be easier. I you buy your yarn from a yarn shop they will help you
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      • Karen says

        Thank you for your encouragement! I was able to complete the 2-3 size. Itā€™s a bit big; an 18 month would have probably been about right. It is more of a knee-length coat with big sleeves; hoping it will be perfect for next fall. It was a good learning experience.
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    • Kathy says

      You can do it . It really is an easy pattern. Print it out . Cross it off with a highlighter as you finish the row . I found that to be easier. I you buy your yarn from a yarn shop they will help you
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  30. samantha says

    I am in the process of making this in the 2t/3t pattern. I just finished the hood and now im on to the sleeves but the holes are HUGE way bigger than 28stitches around. Im not sure how and what I did. I watched the video and read my pattern. Should I just close the hole to make it smaller?
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    • Anita says

      I just finished this size and my arm holes 35 stitches way bigger then 28 i just crocheted 2 stitches together ( decrease) where the arm pit would be for 3 or 4 rows . It worked out perfectly.
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  32. Mandy says

    Iā€™ve never made any clothing with Crochet before as Iā€™ve slways been a knitter! This pattern was very easy to do & understand & ive made a lovely jacket & will be making plenty more too! So thankyou for a wonderful pattern & for kindly sharing it with us all xxx
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  33. samantha Butler says

    Hi! This is my first time ever making any crochey clothing items and I'm trying to do it for my nephew for christmas. I'm all the way up to creating the shoulders and I'm getting confused how I'm suppose to fold the shoulders in to give the look that I need to finish the coat. Any tips or suggestions would be awesome!
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    • Diana Clabaugh says

      You fold in at the armholes and stitch from the outside in 8 stitches. The rest is for the hood to be stitched on.
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      • Diana Clabaugh says

        You did make the three sections for the 2 front pieces and the center piece for the back. This creates the armhole. I have also been making one today for my granddaughter.
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        • samantha Butler says

          I hate to ask because I'm still confused, do you have a picture of what it's suppose to look like when I fold it. I'm sorry to ask I'm still having a hard time.
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          • Diana Clabaugh says

            No I don't. I am already to the edging. Sorry. Think of a sand castle where you have a base and then you put lets say bricks on it where they are touching at the bottom. You have your base and then you add three sections to it. Instead of making them separately and sewing them on later you stitch them on as you go. The center piece and the side pieces only touch in the same stitch. I don't know how else to say it. If you have more problems I will try to think of something.

  34. Lauren says

    I printed it out and it seems to have cute some of the steps out. Do you mind sending me a version for the 2T/3T version? Also, question. I was reading through it and i noticed on the arms, starting at 33, HDC to end and then Rows 34-46 HDC to end... are you saying to change colors here? What is different in row 33? I guess i'm just making sure that it is just 33-46 1 HDC in each Stitch. Also, can you verify what fphdc and bphdc is? Is this where you alternate between the front of the stitch and the back of the stitch?
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    • Diana Clabaugh says

      Rows 33-46 are crocheted in 3 parts. The 2 side pieces fold over for the front and the center piece is the back.
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  35. Krista says

    I love the pattern and I'm making it for my cousin's daughter (2t3t pattern) and I'm noticing a count is off. On the center back between the sleeves, it says 28 stitches, shouldn't it be 26? (66 base, 20 x 2 sleeves = 66-40= 26) I just want to make sure I'm counting right, I'm not a strong math person lol
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    • Ashlea says

      Hi Krista, You'll start in the same stitch as the stitch marker for the first and end in the same for the last, so that is where the extra 2 stitches come into place. Hope that helps!
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  39. Nadine says

    Hello, thank you for the wonderful/beautiful/amazing and well explained patterns! *-* I made the 6 months version, but I think my yarn was too thick so I guess now it's bigger than it should :'D now I'm at the 2/3T >:) but I wanted to ask you what awesome yarn you used in those pictures above? This blue-ish and green with these... specks? It looks so awesome Thank you for sharing and have a lovely day ~
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  41. Karin Simard says

    Hi, I'm adoring this sweater! I read "J" hook (for 12m) and accidentally completed my entire sweater in a "G"! I used Baby Bernat 4. I have to say it is the sweetest newborn hoodie I've ever seen! It fits an 18" length baby doll ( my 1st grandchild isn't due till April 1). So I began the 2-3 toddler (using the correct hook). Why do the front panels overlap so much? Way more than the 12m. The numbers for 12m are 15Left/ 15Right at base & 28 center back (almost equal) however the 2-3 is 20Left/ 20Right and 28 center back (leaving the front with a huge overlap). FYI, This will be the 1st crochet item I've made without a Youtube tutorial so forgive me if this is a stupid question, LOL. Thanks so much.
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    • Julia Weinberg says

      I noticed the same. back length is the same for the 12 month and 2T. the first one I made I followed the pattern as written. I came out OK but did not like the way the front laid. due to the large overlap. I am on my second 2T and I have decreased the number of stitches to 17 for each side and 32 for the back plus the 2 extra stitches that are added by starting in the stitch where the marker is to make a total of 34 for the back. will let you know how it turns out.
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  42. Justine says

    Hi, I want to make this in 18 month size and I seen your other comments about going down a hook size with the 2/3t pattern. BUT I just realized that I bought size 5 barcelona yarn. Should i go down 2 hook sizes and use H?
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    • Ashlea says

      Hi Justine! I wouldn't go down hook sizes if the yarn is bulky, it would turn out super warm. I would probably start the beginning row and measure against the sizing chart to be sure which size pattern to use. Does that make sense?
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  43. Eniko Halasz says

    Hi Ashlea, I am thinking about making this for my daughter, she is a big 3 year old. I love the Mandala version but his is a lighter DK yarn. How would you a compensate this. Should I still use a 6mm hook or go down to match the instructions and go up a size? So in this case a 4/5T? Thank you
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    • Ashlea says

      Hi! I would try a 5.5 mm hook and the 4/5t pattern. Definitely measure after a few rows to make sure you're on track.
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  46. Maddison L. says

    Thank you!!!! Love this! With your great instructions & video it was super easy! I made it more my 2 year old daughter! Pictures on my fb page. www.facebook.com/countyroadcrochet
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  47. Hannah Brownell says

    Hi there! Love love love the pattern. Any ideas how to alter for 18 months? I'm making for a friend who's daughter is just over a year and the 2/3T is going to be too big!! Any help is so appreciated!
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    • Ashlea says

      Hey Hannah! You could make the 2/3t size and make it shorter and/or go down a yarn size, to a light weight/size 3 yarn, and then go down a hook size also. Mandala works great for this, and it would make a smaller cardigan. Hope that helps!
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  48. Vic says

    Want to make this for my nice but think 12m will be too small and 2/3T will be too big. Can you tell me how many half double crochet's to start with if I want to make 18 months? Do you think it would work out if I use 12 month size and use K crochet needle instead of J? Thanks
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  49. Diandra says

    I want to make this, but I'm banned from buying more yarn. I saw you used mandala yarn for one. I have some of that. How would I compensate for using a 3 weight instead of 4? Thank you!
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  50. Wendi says

    Is there a reason that you don't join on the sleeves because I tried the stitch marker and it was an epic fail. I had to start over slip stitching to my chain one. I can't do the stitch marker for som reason...
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  51. Christina says

    Hi, when making the 2t/3t size, how long should the foundation chain be? Should it be 24" like circumference chart or would it be shorter because of the edging?
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    • Ashlea says

      It might be a tad bit shorter, yes. You can make the edging smaller or wider to accommodate though and that should help!
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  52. Julie says

    I'm stuck a bit at the center, where it says 28 stitches. If my math is right, shouldn't it be 26? 20+20 on the sides is 40, then the remaining stitches in the center at be 26? I just want to make sure I'm understanding. Thanks!
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    • Ashlea says

      Hi! You'll want to go into the two stitches where the stitch markers already are. If you've gone past that point (with the 26 sts) it won't make a HUGE difference but you'll need to remember that when you dew the shoulders together. Hope that helps!
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    • Ashlea says

      Hi Holly, You would need to create "pocket panels" like the armholes but further down and a bit farther apart. Does that make sense?
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  54. Jennifer says

    I love this pattern so much!! Can't wait to see my 1 year old cousin in it this fall. It whipped up so quickly too. Thank you for sharing!!
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  55. Alannah says

    Really lovely pattern, thank you for sharing it with us! If you were to use the mandala yarn, is there a specific way of crocheting it/putting it together to make the color flow? Or does it happen organically?
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    • Ashlea says

      I make it happen. If you watch the video it shows how I planned and controlled the colors. I just love it when they line up. :)
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  56. Jessica says

    I don't know why I am having such a hard time with the part where u mark 20... I was wondering if u had pictures of ur work in progress I'm so lost lol thanks a bunch
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  57. Jerri says

    Thank you so much for sharing your patterns! You do awesome work and should be patted on the back for all the special time and work that is put into your crocheting and sharing it with all the crocheting nuts. Have a wonderful Blessed day. I am so looking forward to seeing more of your work and patterns..........
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    • Ashlea says

      Hi Brenda! As long as you're using a good sized button (I'd say 3/4" or 1") it should be able to fit through the other side of the edging. Definitely try it out before sewing them on, but that's what I did! Hope that helps.
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  59. Karen Williams says

    Hiya Is the 12 month version of this pattern going to be available any time soon? I want to make them for my twin nieces for their first birthay (which is in November). If you can let me know when to expect it, that would be very much appreciated. Cheers for the fantastic patterns and all the work you put into Heart, Hook, Home :-) xx
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    • Ashlea says

      Hi Margaret, I'm sorry, it was a hard decision not to include audio, but I would have had to do a voice over which I am not familiar with and if I had talked during the video and then speeding up it wouldn't have been audible anyhow. I was hoping the captions would explain.
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  63. Judy Young says

    I have the egg apron crochet pattern. In sewing pockets are they just tacked at top or sewn all the way down each pocket
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    • Ashlea says

      Hello Judy! I sew them the entire length of the pocket so that they don't touch and clack together. Hope that helps!
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      • Susan Anderson says

        I see the instructions for making the pockets, easy enough. but where do you leave a opening on the front for the pockets?
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