25
Free Crochet Sweater Patterns
For Babies and Toddlers
Add some handmade love and keep your little ones warm with these free crochet baby sweater patterns.
Find the perfect pattern for your project with this collection of 25 of the best free patterns. I’ve also included five of my favourite paid patterns.
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Free Written Patterns
Crochet Baby Boy Sweater Pattern from Crochet Dreamz
The Hudson Sweater features a beautifully textured stitch and a cute Henley-style button front. It’s crocheted, raglan style, from the top down.
SIZE: Six sizes, ranging from newborn to 4T.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn, e.g., Lion Brand Basic Stitch.
YARDAGE: One to four 100 g skeins, depending on size.
NOTIONS: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook, 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook, a measuring tape, a yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors, a sewing needle, sewing thread, and 2-3 buttons.
The Jamie Sweater by Nadia Moule
The Jamie Sweater is available for free download as a PDF via the Lion Brand website. It’s a top-down sweater with a ribbed neckband and cuffs, and is rated easy to intermediate.
SIZE: 0-6 months, 6-12 months, 1-2 years, 3-4 years, 5-6 years, 7-8 years, and 9-10 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight cotton yarn.
YARDAGE: 287-1051 yards (262-961 m).
NOTIONS: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook, scissors, and a yarn needle.
Baby Fisherman’s Sweater from Burgundy & Blush
This free crochet baby sweater pattern is in sizes 0-24 months and features a classic Fisherman’s-style ribbed texture.
SIZE: 0-3 months to suit chest measurement of 16″/41 cm, 3-6 months 17″/43 cm, 6-12 months 18″/46 cm, 12-18 months 19″/46 cm, and 18-24 months 20″/51 cm.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: depending on size, you will need between 268 yds/245 m and 396 yds/362 m. Or 124-183 g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tape measure, scissors, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Extended Half Double Crochet.
The Lazy Day Sweater from HanJan Crochet
The Lazy Day Sweater is a simple raglan-style sweater crocheted in half double crochet. The free pattern is in six sizes, from newborn to seven years.
SIZE: 0-6 months, 6-12 months, 1-2 years, 2-3 years, 4-5 years and 6-7 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Merino Soft from Scheepjes.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: depending on size, you will need between three and six 50 g balls of yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tape measure, tapestry needle, scissors, two 2 cm buttons, and stitch markers (optional).
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Half Double Crochet, Back Post Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet in Front Loop, and Half Double Crochet in Back Loop.
Pryor Creek Jr Crochet Baby Sweater from Banana Moon Studio
This free crochet baby sweater pattern is based on the Pryor Creek Sweater for adults. Made in combination, these two would make a cute Mummy and Me set.
SIZE: 3 months, 6 months, 12 months, 18 months, 2 years, and 4 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn., e.g., Cascade 220 Superwash Effects.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 299-608 yards (274-556 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a gauge ruler or tape measure, scissors, stitch markers, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Double Crochet and Back Post Double Crochet.
Rainbow Cluster Baby Sweater by Rachel Congreve
This cute free pattern is worked from the top down and includes two buttons at the back, making it easy to put over a baby’s head. The pattern is written in UK crochet terms and is available as a free PDF download via Ravelry.
SIZE: Newborn baby.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight yarn.
YARDAGE: Approximately 100 g in total.
NOTIONS: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook, scissors, a yarn needle, and two buttons.
The Plain Jayne Baby Sweater from Sweet Everly B
The Plain Jayne Sweater is a simple top-down, raglan-style crochet baby sweater with a ribbed neckline and cuffs.
SIZE: three months, six months, 12 months, 18 months, and 23 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight yarn, e.g., Hawthorne Tonal Hand Painted from Knit Picks.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 110-190 g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.25 mm (D-3) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: gauge ruler or measuring tape, stitch markers, scissors, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Extended Single Crochet and Back Loop Only Single Crochet.
Cloud Baby Crochet Sweater from Burgundy & Blush
This free crochet baby sweater pattern is easy to make and comes in sizes 0-24 months.
SIZE: 0-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-12 months, 12-18 months, and 18-24 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Paintbox Yarns Baby DK.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: less than 150 g or 509 yards.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tape measure, scissors, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Double Crochet and Back Post Double Crochet.
Newborn Cheer Sweater from KT and the Squid
A free crochet baby sweater pattern with a cute striped design.
SIZE: newborn, finished chest measurement is 17″/43 cm, and length is 8½”/22 cm.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., I Love This Yarn!, from Hobby Lobby.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: measuring tape, scissors, stitch markers, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Extended Single Crochet.
El’s Top-Down Sweater from A Purpose & A Stitch
This free crochet baby sweater pattern is in six sizes and includes a blog post with step-by-step pictures and detailed instructions.
SIZE: 0-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-9 months, 9-12 months, 18 months, and 2T.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 290-470 yards (265-430 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: tape measure, stitch marker, scissors, and an embroidery needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Suzette Stitch.
Ruffle Crochet Baby Pullover Pattern
Rated easy, this sweet baby jumper is crocheted from the top down in one piece.
SIZE: 6 months, 12 months, and 18-24 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn, e.g., Bernat Baby Velvet.
YARDAGE: One 300 g ball.
NOTIONS: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook, scissors, a measuring tape or gauge ruler, and a yarn needle.
Bernat Crochet Rocket Sweater from Yarnspirations
This crochet baby sweater looks harder to make than it actually is, and the cute applique rocket makes it extra special.
SIZE: six months, 12 months, 18 months, and 24 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Bundle Up from Bernat.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 1-3 balls in the Sky Blue colourway, and one ball each of Red Wagon, Marshmallow, Duckling, and Dove.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) and 5 mm (H-8) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape, scissors, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Doble Crochet and Back Post Double Crochet.
Bernat Crochet Saturn Baby Pullover from Yarnspirations
This is another adorable and easy crochet sweater decorated with crochet applique.
SIZE: six months, 12 months, 18 months, and 24 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Bundle Up from Bernat.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 2-3 balls in the colourway Brook, and one ball each of Cloud White, Dove, Ducking, and Posy.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) and 6 mm (J-10) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape, scissors, and a yarn needle.
Henley Sweater from Crochet Dreamz
The Henley Sweater is an easy raglan-style toddler sweater available free in sizes 0 to 3/4T.
SIZE: 0-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-12 months, 12-24 months, 2T, and 3/4T.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: depending on size, you will need 1½-3 skeins of your main colour and between 70 yards and 1½ skeins in Cream.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) and 5 mm (H-8) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape, scissors, yarn needle, and 3/4″ wooden buttons.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Hald Double Crochet, Back Post Half Double Crochet, and Cluster Stitch.
Mini Kids Granny Stripe Sweater from Wool and Stitch
The Mini Kids Granny Stripe Sweater is an easy crochet pattern that uses basic crochet stitches and a simple construction method. UPDATE: Although the original site is no longer available, the pattern can still be accessed through the web archive linked below.
SIZE: 1-2 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Stylecraft Special Aran.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tape measure, scissors, and a darning needle.
Mini Kids Pocket Sweater from Wool and Stitch
This is another free and simple crochet baby sweater pattern from Wool and Stitch. UPDATE: Although the original site is no longer available, the pattern can still be accessed through the web archive linked below.
SIZE: 1-2 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Stylecraft Special Aran.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tape measure, scissors, and a darning needle.
Cole’s Sweater from Blue Star Crochet
Cole’s Sweater is a free crochet sweater pattern for kids that’s been designed with a neck split opening to make it easy to take on and off.
SIZE: six months, 12 months, 18 months, and 24 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: two 100 g skeins.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: measuring tape, yarn needle, scissors, and two 15 mm buttons.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Herringbone Half Double Crochet and Foundation Single Crochet.
The Dip Down Crochet Pullover by Bernat
The Dip Down Pullover is a free pattern for an easy, top-down baby sweater crocheted in basic double crochet with back-post ribbing.
SIZE: 6 mos and 12 mos.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight yarn, e.g., Bernat Softee Baby Cotton.
YARDAGE: Two 120 g balls in the main body colour and one ball in a contrasting colour.
NOTIONS: 3.75 mm (F-5) crochet hook, stitch markers, scissors, and a yarn needle.
The Devon Striped Baby Sweater Pattern by Kim Guzman
This sweet crochet baby sweater pattern can be made in one solid colour or striped as pictured. Perfect for baby girls or boys, it includes button closures on the shoulders and features an easy spike stitch detail.
SIZE: 6 months, 12 months, 18 months, and 24 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight yarn.
YARDAGE: 502-753 yards (459-689 m).
NOTIONS: 4.50 mm (7) crochet hook, 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook, scissors, a yarn needle, a tape measure, two buttons, a sewing needle, and sewing thread.
Simple Stripe Baby Pullover Pattern from Daisy Farm Crafts
This is an easy pattern, made from the top down, starting with the slip stitch in the back loop ribbing for the neckline. The body of the pullover is crocheted in half-double crochet.
SIZE: Newborn to 24 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn.
NOTIONS: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook, scissors, a tapestry needle, and stitch markers.
Raglan Crochet Baby Sweater by Nadia Moule
The Peace River Pullover is a free pattern for a cozy, raglan-style baby sweater that is nearly seamless. It features cute bobble stitch tree motifs on the sleeves and easy front post/ back post double crochet ribbing.
SIZE: Six sizes – to suit babies from 6-12 months up to children’s size 9-10.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
YARDAGE: 150-400 g.
NOTIONS: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook, scissors, a stitch marker, measuring tape, and a yarn needle.
Free Patterns with Video Tutorials
Into the Woods – A Free Crochet Baby Sweater from Croby Patterns
Into the Woods is an adorable crochet baby sweater for a newborn; the pattern includes written instructions and a video tutorial. And if you would prefer flowers over the tree motif, there are instructions for making sweet little roses.
SIZE: 0-6 months; chest measurement 15¾” (40 cm) and length 8¾” (22.5 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight yarn, e.g., DROPS Flora from Garnstudio.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: two 50 g skeins.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3 mm and 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: a tape measure or gauge ruler, scissors, a yarn needle, and stitch markers (optional).
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Back Loop Only Crochet.
Waffle Stitch Crochet Baby Sweater Tutorial by ELI & Y
This sweet crochet newborn sweater tutorial is a detailed, crochet-with-me style video.
SIZE: 0-3 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight yarn, e.g., Baby Bee Sweet Delight
NOTIONS: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook, 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook, scissors, a yarn needle, and a tape measure.
Calming Green Crochet Baby Sweater from Croby Patterns
The Calming Green Baby Sweater is a free written crochet pattern and video tutorial for a 0-6 month-old baby. The sweater pattern can also be purchased and includes instructions for 6-12 months size.
SIZE: 0-6 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton, e.g., DROPS Paris from Garnstudio
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: three 50 g balls in green and one in beige.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: stitch markers, a tapestry needle, two buttons, scissors, and a gauge ruler or measuring tape.
Crochet Even Moss Baby Sweater from Daisy Farm Crafts
This free crochet baby sweater is suitable for advanced beginners/intermediate-level crocheters and includes a step-by-step video to guide you through the pattern.
SIZE: 6-24 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Bundle Up from Bernat.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?:
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: stitch markers, scissors, a tapestry needle, gauge ruler or measuring tape.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Even Moss Stitch and Half Double Slip Stitch.
Premium Paid Patterns
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The Lyckan Sweater Crochet Pattern by Jahannascrafting
(Paid Pattern)
The Lyckan sweater is a made-to-measure design that can be adapted to fit any size from newborn to adult. The base size of the written pattern is 0-3 months.
SIZE: 0-3 months; adjustable to any size.
Crochet Baby Sweater Pattern by Babes in the Wool Design
(Paid Pattern)
This easy sweater pattern consistently receives 5-star reviews.
SIZE: 0-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-12 months, 12-24 months, 3-4 years, and 5-6 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn.
NOTIONS: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook, 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
Baby Girls Granny Square Sweater Pattern by isWoolish
(Paid Pattern)
This pretty, scalloped-edge pattern is constructed from granny squares and can be made as a pullover or a cardigan. It’s an easy, beginner-level project.
SIZE: 0-9 months, 1-2 years, 3-4 years, and 5-6 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn, e.g., DROPS Alaska.
YARDAGE: 200-350 g.
NOTIONS: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook, one button.
Arya Granny Hexagon Sweater by Turquoise Pattern
(Paid Pattern)
The Arya Sweater pattern is easy to follow and is accompanied by numerous images to guide you through the project.
SIZE: 0-6 months, 6-12 months, 1-2 years, 3-4 years, 5-6 years, 7-8 years, 9-10 years, and 11-12 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight yarn.
NOTIONS: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook, 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
Magnolia Sweater by Mon Petit Violon
The Magnolia Sweater is a completely seamless, top-down sweater.
SIZE: 6-12 months up to 9-10 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight yarn.
YARDAGE: 590-1148 yds/540-1050 m.
NOTIONS: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
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