This pattern is designed to be easy to follow, even for beginners, while creating a beautiful layered coat effect. The coat is worked in sections, and then assembled, allowing for customization of colors and layers.
Materials:
- DK weight yarn in 3 colors:
- Color A: Main Color (e.g., Pink) – approx. 300g
- Color B: First Layer (e.g., White) – approx. 200g
- Color C: Second Layer/Edging (e.g., Light Pink) – approx. 100g
- 4.0 mm crochet hook
- 4-5 buttons
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Gauge:
- 18 sts x 10 rows = 10 cm in double crochet
Sizes:
- This pattern is written for approximately 2-3 years old. Adjust hook size and yarn amounts for other sizes.
Abbreviations:
- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- dc – double crochet
- tr – treble crochet
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- sk – skip
- sp – space
- rep – repeat
- RS – right side
- WS – wrong side
Special Stitches:
- Increase (inc): 2 dc in the same stitch
Coat Body:
- Back Panel:
- With Color A, ch 47.
- Row 1: Dc in 3rd ch from hook, dc in each ch across. (45 sts)
- Rows 2-20: Ch 2, turn, dc in each st across.
- Shape shoulders:
- Rows 21-22: Ch 2, turn, dc in first 3 sts, sk next 3 sts, dc to end.
- Rows 23-24: Ch 2, turn, dc in first 6 sts, sk next 3 sts, dc to end.
- Fasten off.
- Left Front Panel:
- With Color A, ch 27.
- Row 1: Dc in 3rd ch from hook, dc in each ch across. (25 sts)
- Rows 2-20: Ch 2, turn, dc in each st across.
- Shape Neck:
- Rows 11-15: Ch 2, turn, dc in first st, sk next st, dc to end.
- Shape Shoulder:
- Rows 21-22: Ch 2, turn, dc in first 3 sts, sk next 3 sts, dc to end.
- Rows 23-24: Ch 2, turn, dc in first 6 sts, sk next 3 sts, dc to end.
- Fasten off.
- Right Front Panel:
- Work as Left Front Panel, but reverse shaping.
First Layer:
- This layer is worked along the bottom edge of the Back and Front Panels with Color B.
- Row 1: With Color B, attach yarn to the bottom right corner of the Right Front Panel. Sc evenly along the bottom edge of the Right Front Panel, Back Panel, and Left Front Panel.
- Row 2: Ch 3, turn, dc in each sc across.
- Rows 3-6: Ch 3, turn, dc in each dc across.
- Fasten off.
Second Layer/Edging:
- This layer is worked with Color C, creating a decorative edge.
- Work along the bottom edge of the First Layer and around the front opening and neckline.
- Edging Row: With Color C, attach yarn to the bottom right corner of the coat. *Sc, sk 1 st, 5 dc in next st, sk 1 st*, rep from * to *, sc in the last st.
Sleeves (Make 2):
- With Color A, ch 32.
- Row 1: Dc in 3rd ch from hook, dc in each ch across. (30 sts)
- Rows 2-15: Ch 2, turn, dc in each st across.
- Shape Sleeve Cap:
- Rows 16-18: Ch 2, turn, dc in first st, dc2tog, dc to last 3 sts, dc2tog, dc in last st.
- Rows 19-20: Ch 2, turn, dc in each st across.
- Fasten off.
Assembly:
- Seam Shoulders: Sew the shoulder seams of the Front Panels to the Back Panel.
- Attach Sleeves: Sew the Sleeves to the armholes.
- Sew Side and Sleeve Seams: Sew the side seams of the Front and Back Panels together, and continue sewing down the length of the Sleeves.
- Attach Buttons: Sew buttons to the Left Front Panel, and create buttonholes on the Right Front Panel.
Finishing:
- Weave in all loose ends.
- Block the coat gently, if desired.
Video tutorial
Variations:
- Colors: Experiment with different color combinations for the layers.
- Stitch: Use different crochet stitches for the layers, such as hdc or shell stitch.
- Length: Adjust the length of the coat and sleeves as desired.
- Fastening: Use toggles, snaps, or a zipper instead of buttons.
- Hood: Add a hood.
This pattern provides a foundation for creating a beautiful and unique layered coat. Enjoy the creative process!
