One Piece Baby Sweater
If you're looking for some simple crochet patterns, try this One Piece Baby Sweater. This little cuddly sweater is one large crocheted piece, so no extra assembly required! Keep your little bundle of joy warm and cozy this winter!
Materials:
- 4.00mm (U.S. G6) crochet hook
- 8 ply yarn (FINE, SPORT WEIGHT, BABY YARN)
Instructions:
- Unless working into a chain, every stitch in this pattern is worked into the back loop of every stitch.
- The chain 3 to turn is the first dc of every row worked.
- When working into the chain 3 go into the second chain and not the top of the chain 3, this gives a nice firm bottom edging.
- To begin ch 41. Remember to work in the back loop of every st unless it is a ch st.
Right Front:
- Row 1. Work 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in next 8 ch, 1 dc in each ch to end (9 sc, 31 dc = 40 st’s) ch 3 and turn (ch 3 is the 1st st of the next row and through out pattern)
- Row 2. 1 dc in next 30 dc, 1 sc in next 9 sc, ch 1 and turn
- Row 3. 1 sc in next 9 sc, 1 dc in next 31 dc, ch 3 and turn
- Row 4. 1 dc in next 30 dc, 1 sc in next 9 sc, ch 1 and turn
- Rows 5 to 8. Repeat rows 3 & 4 twice DO NOT BREAK OFF YARN
Right Sleeve:
- Row 1. 1 sc in next 9 sc, 1 dc in next 7 dc, ch 19, turn
- Row 2. 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in next 3 ch, 1 dc in next 14 ch, 1 dc in next 7 dc, 1 sc in next 9 sc, (4 sc (cuff), 21 dc, 9 sc, = 34 st’s), ch 1 and turn
- Row 3. 1 sc in next 9 sc, 1 dc in next 21 dc, 1 sc in next 4 sc, ch 1 and turn
- Row 4. 1 sc in next 4 sc, 1 dc in next 21 dc, 1 sc in next 9 sc, ch 1 and turn
- Row 5. 1 sc in next 9 sc, 1 dc in next 21 dc, 1 sc in next 4 sc, ch 1 and turn
- Row 6. 1 sc in next 4 sc, 1 dc in next 21 dc, 1 sc in next 9 sc, ch 1 and turn
- Rows 7 to 18. Repeat rows 5 and 6, DO NOT BREAK OFF YARN
Back:
- Row 1. 1 sc in next 9 sc, 1 dc in next 7 dc, ch 26, turn
- Row 2. 1 dc in 4th ch from hook, 1 dc in next 22 ch, 1 dc in next 7 dc, 1 sc in next 9 sc ( 31 dc and 9 sc) ch 1 and turn
- Row 3. 1 sc in next 9 sc, 1 dc in next 31 dc, ch 3 and turn
- Row 4. 1 dc in next 30 dc, 1 sc in next 9 sc, ch 1 and turn
- Row 5. 1 sc in next 9 sc, 1 dc in next 31 dc, ch 3 and turn
- Row 6. 1 dc in next 30 dc, 1 sc in next 9 sc, ch 1 and turn
- Row 7 to 18. Repeat rows 5 and 6, DO NOT BREAK OFF YARN
Left sleeve: (is a repeat of right sleeve)
- Row 1. 1 sc in next 9 sc, 1 dc in next 7 dc, ch 19, turn
- Row 2. 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in next 3 ch, 1 dc in next 14 ch, 1 dc in next 7 dc, 1 sc in next 9 sc, (4 sc (cuff), 21 dc, 9 sc, = 34 st’s), ch 1 and turn
- Row 3. 1 sc in next 9 sc, 1 dc in next 21 dc, 1 sc in next 4 sc, ch 1 and turn
- Row 4. 1 sc in next 4 sc, 1 dc in next 21 dc, 1 sc in next 9 sc, ch 1 and turn
- Row 5. 1 sc in next 9 sc, 1 dc in next 21 dc, 1 sc in next 4 sc, ch 1 and turn
- Row 6. 1 sc in next 4 sc, 1 dc in next 21 dc, 1 sc in next 9 sc, ch 1 and turn
- Rows 7 to 18. Repeat rows 5 and 6 DO NOT BREAK OFF YARN
Left Front:
- Row 1. 1 sc in next 9 sc, 1 dc in next 7 dc, ch 26, turn
- Row 2. 1 dc in 4th ch from hook, 1 dc in next 22 ch, 1 dc in next 7 dc, 1 sc in next 9 sc ( 31 dc and 9 sc) ch 1 and turn
- Row 3. 1 sc in next 9 sc, 1 dc in next 31 dc, ch 3 and turn
- Row 4. 1 dc in next 30 dc, 1 sc in next 9 sc, ch 1 and turn
- Row 5. 1 sc in next 9 sc, 1 dc in next 31 dc, ch 3 and turn
- Row 6 to 11. repeat rows 4 and 5, do not ch 3, now you can break off the yarn.
Assembly:
- Turn your sweater/cardigan inside out, line up the back and side from the bottom, you can sc them together or a simple whip st, I did mine the sc way, make sure each st is matched up and secure them together all the way up to the cuff, repeat for the other side.
- The collar: By this stage you will notice that the collar is too wide, so we have to pick up and crochet st’s around the collar.
- Row 1.Begin in the top corner of the right front, join yarn with a sl st and make 1 sc in same place, 1 sc in the next space, skip 1 space, 1 sc in next, all the way around, you will have approx 38 sc, ch 1 and turn ( no need for perfection here a st or 2 out will be fine)
- Row 2. *1 sc in next 2 sc, sc next 2 sc together (decrease made), 1 sc in next 2 sc, * repeat from *to* to end, finish off.
- You may like to make the collar a row or 2 longer, you can do this with out decreasing.
- Now if you haven’t already, get out that needle and sew in loose ends, add buttons to right front, as many that suits you.
- Now you can be a little fancy and add some nice picot edging around the sleeves or collar, add a flower or even make it in a two tone color.
- Note the spacing at the top of the front edge's where I have placed a button each side, this is the style of the sweater and I have added the 2 buttons for simple decoration.
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elocin1104 2800379
May 30, 2018
A one piece sweater sounds perfect! I tend to avoid sweaters because most patterns require you to make the pieces separately and then sew them together. Any time I do that, it does not come out right it seems. Hopefully this sweater will turn out better than other attempts I have made. I think I will make it a neutral color, because I do not have a baby to make it for yet.
plumleyt1 0533971
Jun 29, 2016
what size is this pattern and does it come in a size 12 to 18 months
BeckySue
Mar 03, 2016
I used Bernat baby yarn. It's very soft. Whenever it goes on sale I stock up because I know I'll be using it to make something. I just have to have an idea of what I'm going to make, like a plushie or blanket so I know many skeins to buy. There's nothing worse than running out of yarn before you finish the project only to find it's been discontinued or out of stock!
wendygoerl 2394329
Oct 01, 2014
I don't think I've ever seen 8 ply. Are we talking chunky or bulky? And how much? it doesn't say.
madblack13 7176734
Jul 14, 2014
This sweater is quick and very easy, I have done it a number of times. I have also made the pants and booties. I made a hat using the same stitches.
Melissa Ryan
Jul 15, 2014
Hi madblack13 we're so glad you like the pattern! We'd love to see pictures of your project! Feel free to upload a photo of your version of the One Piece Baby Sweater using the image uploader. Have a great day!--FaveCrafts Editors
misslois55 2743883
Oct 30, 2013
I have made this sweater and love the pattern it is very simple. I would like to see it in different sizes, the pattern only has one size. Can someone give instructions to adjust the pattern for different sizes?
windytee 3848817
Feb 08, 2013
i used 4ply knitting worsted yarn and it turned out to be a size newborn to 3 months size. makes a nice warm sweater.
windytee 3848817
Feb 08, 2013
i made this sweater for my great grandaughter and it was so easy to do. it turned out so nice. love this pattern. windytee
app5qpuaun3oigk9ia 81e33859c2c5e44b13 09558f89bd23a17 58 62833
Jan 13, 2013
I made 3 of these for my granddaughter and they were so easy to do!!! the pattern as SEVERAL sizes to choose from...with in the pattern.....I made her 3 of graduated sizes..so go for it!!it will turn out beautiful!!
cassy0901 8720660
Feb 08, 2013
I am still a beginner crocheter but I don't see anywhere within the pattern where it gives you sizes to choose from?? Just can't find it! Please help. I wanted to make this a little bigger, like 6 to 9 months or even bigger.....:)
cms41 1029071
Jan 13, 2013
I also don't understand what you mean by 8 ply yarn - perhaps two strands of 4 ply but the pictures don't relfect that kind of bulkiness. Otherwise - I think this pattern has the best pictures and illustration that I HAVE EVER SEEN in my 50+ years of crochet! CONGRATS TO YOU!!!
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