Peekaboo Pocket Sweater (sizes 2T - 10)
Crochet a cozy, stylish kids' sweater with this beginner-friendly pattern, perfect for everyday wear or sitting around a campfire. Featuring a classic raglan design, a functional front pocket, and short rows for a comfortable, custom fit, this pattern is quick to make and ideal for adventurous kids. With a step-by-step video tutorial for short rows, crocheters of all skill levels can easily follow along.
Difficulty
This is an intermediate level pattern. This pattern uses a simple stitch pattern and some advanced shaping with short rows.
Sizes
2T (4T) 6T (8) 10
Finished Measurements
This sweater is designed to have a classic fit with approximately 5 cm (2") of ease. To select the correct size, measure around the widest part of the chest and add 5 cm (2").
Model pictured is wearing a size 4T and has a bust measurement of 58 cm (23 inches).
Centimeters given as: 2T (4T) 6T (8) 10
Bust: 56 (62) 67 (70) 74
Sweater Length: 33 (35) 38 (43) 47
Sleeve Length: 22 (27) 29 (32) 35
Inches given as: 2T (4T) 6T (8) 10
Bust: 22 (24) 26 (27.5) 29
Sweater Length: 13 (13.5) 14.5 (16.5) 18
Sleeve Length: 8.5 (10.5) 11.5 (12.5) 13.5
Yarn
You will need the following amounts of a light worsted or DK weight (3) yarn given as: 2T (4T) 6T (8) 10
meters: 650 (750) 900 (1050) 1200
yards: 700 (830) 1000 (1150) 1300
Sample was made using Hobbii Highland Wool yarn. Highland Woold is a 100% wool, light worsted or DK weight (3) yarn that contains 175 meters (191 yards) per 50 grams (1.75 oz).
You can get Hobbii Highland Wool Yarn HERE.
Suggested Hook Size & Notions
4 mm crochet hook
3.5 mm crochet hook
4 stitch markers
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Techniques Used
Single crochet stiches and single crochet decreases and increases are used to create this sweater. Short rows are used to shape the neckline. Crochet ribbing is worked onto the sweater after it is complete. All unique techniques used in this pattern have picture descriptions and/or video tutorials.
