Fuzzy Rainbow Sweater
Use this kids crochet sweater pattern from Premier Yarns to make your child a fun and funky sweater. The fuzzy rainbow sweater and colorful and playful, sure to get your child noticed at school!
Find this and other Rainbow Crafts at "14 Simple DIY Rainbow Crafts for Springtime"!
Size: 2 (4, 6, 8) years
Finished Measurements:
Chest: 25 (27, 29, 31)"
Sleeve Length: 9½ (10½, 11½, 12½)"
Materials:
- Yarn: Dream by Premier Yarns (100% Acrylic; 224 yards/205 meters; 3.5 ounces/100 grams)
- 24-201 White – 2 (2, 3, 4) balls (A)
- LashMax by Premier Yarns (94% Acrylic, 6% Polyester; 37 yards/34 meters; 3 ounces/85 grams)
- 04 Orange Fizz – 1 ball (B)
- 02 Sunburst – 1 ball (C)
- 05 Power Pink – 1 ball (D)
- 03 Kryptonite – 1 ball (E)
- 07 Turbine – 1 ball (F)
- Crochet Hook: US K-10.5 (6.5mm) or size to obtain gauge
- Extras: Split-ring stitch markers, yarn needle, three 1" buttons
Gauge: 12 sc and 14 rows = 4" using A. Use any size hook necessary to obtain specified gauge.
Abbreviations
beg – beginning; ch – chain; dec – decrease; dc – double crochet; mm – millimeter; rem – remaining; rep – rep; rnd – round; RS – right side; sc – single crochet; sk – skip; sl st – sl stitch; sp – space; st(s) – stitch(es); WS – wrong side; [ ] – rep instructions in brackets the number of times specified; * – rep instructions after asterisk as specified.
PROJECT NOTES
- Row 3 color sequence for front and back: B, C, D.
- Row 13 color sequence for sleeves: F, E, D, C, B.
Instructions:
SWEATER
Back: With A, ch 38 (42, 46, 48).
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each ch across; turn – 37 (41, 45, 47) sts.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first st, * dc in next st, sc in next st; rep from * across; turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across, change to B; turn.
Row 4: Ch 1, sc in each st across, change to A; turn.
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each st across; turn.
Row 6: Rep Row 2.
Row 7: Rep Row 5, following color sequence above.
Rows 8-11: Rep Rows 2-5.
Rows 12-17: Rep Rows 2-7.
Rows 18 – 38 (18-44, 18-48, 18-52): Rep Rows 2 and 5.
Right Shoulder—Row 39 (45, 49, 53): Ch 1, sc in first st, sc in 10 (10, 12, 12) sts across, turn – 11 (11, 13, 13) sts.
Rows 40-41 (46-47, 50-51, 54-55): Rep Rows 2 and 5. Fasten off.
Left Shoulder—Row 39 (45, 49, 53): With RS facing, sk center 15 (19, 19, 21) sts, join yarn, ch 1, and sc across rem 11 (11, 13, 13) sts, turn – 11 (11, 13, 13) sts.
Rows 40-41 (46-47, 50-51, 54-55): Rep Rows 2 and 5. Fasten off.
Right Front: With A, ch 22 (24, 26, 28).
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each ch across; turn – 21 (23, 25, 27) sts.
Rows 2-24 (2-30, 2-32, 2-34): Work same as back.
Row 25 (31, 33, 35): Ch 1, sc in first st, sc in next st, ch 2, skip 2 sts (buttonhole), sc across, turn – 21 (23, 25, 27) sts.
Row 26 (32, 34, 36): Ch 1, sc in first st, * dc in next st, sc in next st; rep from * across to last 4 sts, dc and sc in ch-2 sp, dc in next st, sc in last st, turn.
Rows 27-28 (33-34), 35-36, 37-38): Rep Rows 5 and 2.
Rows 29-30 (35-36, 37-38, 39-40): Rep Rows 25 and 26.
Row 31 (37, 39, 41): Rep Row 5.
Shoulder—Row 32 (38, 40, 42): Ch 1, sc in first st, * dc in next st, sc in next st; rep from * across 7 (7, 9, 9) sts, sc in last st; turn – 11 (11, 13, 13) sts. Leave rem center front sts unworked.
Rows 33-41 (39-47, 41-51, 43-55): Rep Rows 5 and 2 as for back to end. Fasten off.
Left Front: With A, ch 22 (24, 26, 28).
Rows 1-24: Work same as right front – 21 (23, 25, 27) sts.
Rows 25-31 (37, 39, 41): Rep rows 2 and 5 as for back.
Shoulder—Row 32 (38, 40, 42): With WS facing, skip 10 (12, 12, 14) sts from center front, join yarn, ch 1, sc in next st, * dc in next st, sc in next st; rep from * across, sc in last st, turn – 11 (11, 13, 13) sts.
Rows 33-41 (39-47, 41-51, 43-55): Rep Rows 5 and 2 same as back. Fasten off.
Sew shoulder seams.
Neck Trim:
Row 1: With WS facing, join A to left neck edge. Ch 1, sc in first st, sc evenly around 55 (59, 65, 69) sts, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first st, sc in next st, ch 2, skip 2 sts (buttonhole), sc in next st, sc in each st across; turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Fasten off.
Row 4: With WS facing and F, join yarn, sc in each st across. Fasten off.
Sleeve (Make 2): With RS facing, measure 5 (5½, 6, 6½)" down from shoulder seam on each side, place markers on front and back to mark armhole.
Row 1: With A, join yarn with a slip st at first marker, ch 1, sc in first st, sc 30 (32, 36, 38) evenly to second marker – 31 (33, 37, 39) sts.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first st, * dc in next st, sc in next st; rep from * across, turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across; turn.
Rows 4-8 (4-12, 4-16, 4-20): Rep Rows 2 and 3.
Row 9 (13, 17, 21): Ch 1, sc in each st across, change to F; turn.
Row 10 (14, 18, 22): Ch 1, sc in each st across, change to A; turn.
Row 11 (15, 19, 23): Ch 1, sc in each st across; turn.
Row 12 (16, 20, 24): Ch 1, sc in first st, *dc in next st, sc in next st; rep from * across; turn.
Row 13 (17, 21, 25): Ch 1, skip first st, sc across to last 2 sts, skip st, sc in last st; change to E; turn – 29 (31, 35, 37) sts.
Rows 14-25 (18-29, 22-33, 26-37): Rep Rows 10-13 three more times, following color sequence above – 23 (25, 29, 31) sts.
Row 26 (30, 34, 38): Rep Row 10.
Rows 27-33 (31-37, 35-41, 39-45): Rep Rows 11 and 12. Fasten off.
FINISHING
Sew side and sleeve seams. Weave in ends. Sew buttons opposite buttonholes.
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OrahLee
Apr 15, 2012
This is really REALLY cute. Since I don't crochet (yet) I've got to save it and am thiking about adding rows of gingham ruffles or fringe to a purchased (at the thrift store), sweater or sweatshirt. The fringes I could make even INTO the plain sweater. I thought of rows of chennel too. This is a cute keeper.
chatkath36 4595957
Apr 13, 2012
really cool! can just imagine it in wild colors....have special little girl in mind who would love it!
ajknjlse4
Apr 12, 2012
I love the lttle girl's sweater....I know some little girls who will love this and I will definitely enjoy making it. Thank You for the pattern.
nsuebw 3099916
Apr 12, 2012
I love the girlie sweater - and all the little girls would love it! However, the little boy sweater is so cute - and there are so few boy sweaters out there. I think I'll vote for the boy sweater.
musicgal 7677622
Apr 12, 2012
Great range of colors, perfect for a child. This will be versatile.
rgingo1 5093560
Apr 12, 2012
This sweater is so adorable... Can't wait to start this one for my granddaughter...I love the different colors on this sweater so bright and cherry....
miata5m 8222099
Apr 12, 2012
Love this!!!!!!! Am always crocheting and this looks like a WINNER!!
cacb24 4318246
Apr 12, 2012
I love "raggy" looks, but I don't think I would use all those colors....I'd use a tone on tone, or a lighter or darker shade than that body......
aforgiven1
Apr 12, 2012
what fashionista, fashion forward, little girl wouldn't want this rainbow of joy sweater!
Grandma Neena
Apr 11, 2012
My 6-year-old granddaughter and my 1-year-old great-granddaughter will love this for Christmas!
Glenda Hart
Apr 11, 2012
This sweater is so absolutely adorable. I can totally see my granddaughter wearing this.
phebejohnnie 58737 29
Apr 11, 2012
I really love this sweater, with it's vibrant colors. I can picture my little girl wearing it.
dianet5913 7023502
Apr 11, 2012
Love both the dino and this one - have to comment on both! So cute and love the colors!
jillshenhouse
Apr 11, 2012
It was a hard decision to say the least, but this one kept making me come back to look. I think it was all the colors. It was bright and cheery and very adorable.
rebator
Apr 11, 2012
I don't usually like crocheted clothes, but this is the cutest I have ever seen. Good job.
danebred 3162840
Apr 11, 2012
Oh yes, I saved this pattern and will probably have to make 2 or 3 of them for my granddaughters! I love it and it will be simple and quick to make. Good pick!
vidchick2004 38814 33
Nov 21, 2011
I absolutly love it and know that my grandaughter would too! I would definatly make it!!!
Ltmagenta4
Nov 19, 2011
Yes, I would make this sweater. I think it's adorable- great idea to use the eyelash yarn for stripes and I love the colors!
Crafter 19342
Nov 18, 2011
I love the sweater. I don't crochet but my daughter does and I am giving the pattern to her for my granddaughter. They will both love it.
primitivejan 30177 36
Nov 18, 2011
I love this sweater and what better way of keeping tract where your little princess is then having a bright sweater so as not to lose her in the crowds. Do they come in adult sizes too??? hehe
claudias4
Nov 17, 2011
I will attempt to make this sweater. I am going to try to change up the size to a 14 or a 16. I have two granddaughters who I think would love this. Where do I get the yarn? Claudia Anderson
katuniqueteach49 5 903002
Nov 17, 2011
this is absolutely adorable. It's precious. The colors and style are soooooooooo cute.
terrirn143 0597025
Nov 17, 2011
I think it is adorabe and young children are intrigued by bright colors. I would make it in a heart beat but I would use primary colors and use it as a teaching tool, too.
Crafter 5932793
Nov 17, 2011
I also would make this sweater. I might use mustard yellow or a soft grey for the main color though. I tend to avoid white for small children.
anniec57
Nov 17, 2011
i love this pattern. it is perfect for the little one who likes bright colors. You can always mute the tones if you want to or just change the colors. The pattern is lovely
Susan Kline
Nov 17, 2011
I would definitely make this sweater and I feel certain that any little girl would love to receive it. It is very cute and so colorful.
princesscloset 226 6019
Nov 17, 2011
I think it is a lovely sweater. Children love colors and you can arrange the colors any way you want or change the main color.
lehman71 2414618
Nov 17, 2011
Yes, I would make it!!! I have a four-year-old granddaughter who would love the bright colors, and probably the fuzzy texture as well!
sertl 4693144
Nov 17, 2011
LOVE it!! So adorable. Don't know many little ones now, even the grands have grown up. But I'll find 'em, or donate - but I have to make this one. :) And I agree with the commentor who said to make a size for everyone - I'd wear it too. :)
vbanghart 2155534
Nov 17, 2011
The sweater is adorable and could be worn with several diffrent colored outfits. You can always substitute colors to suit the child. (I seldom use the exact colors as the original item anyway.) However, I would not make it because I am a beginner and can't follow instructions that are not extremely simple. Cute Cute Cute. Vicki
arhjlb 9307027
Nov 17, 2011
I think this is adorable for a little girl. Yes I would make it. A little girl loves fuzzies and or sparkles on there clothes. I think the colors are so kid friendly..
amn46 8129081
Nov 17, 2011
The sweater is a cute design. The colors and the furry yarn are a bit garish even for a little girl. I might make it in different colors, and not furry.
Crafter 1954
Nov 17, 2011
the concept is cute. the colors are so not my child. i would make the sweater in different colors.
Jaan
Nov 17, 2011
LOVE the sweater. ITS so bright and cheery, everyone would want one, even me! This would make a nice gift for anytime of the year.
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