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You’d think that babies would come with some warning. And they do, they do, at least in my experience. But when you aren’t the one with the constant AHEM physical reminders, those 9 months just fly by! Before you know it, the imminent arrival is REALLY REALLY imminent… and as a crafter, you can’t just run out to the big box store for some anonymous onesies! You must make something! A baby blanket is always great, but let’s face it, they do take time. But a crocheted baby sweater? Perfect! Quick, easy, perfectly personalizable (it’s a word, I decided), and they take just a little bit of yarn and a couple of fun buttons.
Over the years, I’ve come up with a fast and easy recipe for baby sweaters, and while I’ll occasionally try something new, this is the design I come back to again and again.
dj says
thank you for the pattern idea. i just finished up a sweater for a soon to be baby girl. i crocheted the sweater with a light pink first 5 rows, then light pearl gray, the scallops were then crocheted with a light aqua/turquoise color. came out so so cute. i used large lt pink heart buttons. the patterns are so easy.
i want to crochet in a larger size…do you suggest adding 3 ch in the beginning in each section area with a larger hook ? so instead of starting 50 ch that would make 12 more chains right ?
moogly says
I’m so glad you like the pattern dj! Yours sounds lovely! I have made this pattern larger before myself, back in 2008. So it’s been awhile, but fortunately I did take notes! It looks like I did it by adding rows, rather than chains at the beginning. Here are my pattern notes from the upsizing I did:
How I upsized to 18 mths:
Use H hook
Work Kelly’s Sweater to through Row 7.
Row 8: in same pattern as 2-7.
Row 9: Make armholes as in pattern row 8, using 7 ch in armpits instead of 5 ch.
Row 10-end: Switch to Abigail’s Sweater pattern. Start with pattern row 8. Continue as in pattern. Row 11 (patt row 9) yields 16 shells.
Repeat the last four pattern rows 5 times.
Do 9 shell rows (7 shells around) for each sleeve, finish as per pattern.
I hope that helps!
Erica says
Thank you so much for upsizing this pattern to 18 months. A friend of mine wanted it for her niece (6 months old at the time), but then decided she would rather have it for Christmas (11 months old then). I’m going to make it in 18 months, knowing that I tend to crochet tightly. I really appreciate this!
Sara says
This baby sweater looks perfect! I also have two favorite patterns that I’ve made numerous times, the baby granny hex and a “2 hour top down sweater”, but I’m ready for a new pattern, so thanks so very much! Do check out my patterns in the crochet category of my blog, and all the best!
moogly says
Will do, Sara, thanks!
Learn2Crochet says
Those were my exact words…awww. This is gorgeous. I love the color scheme. You are so creative to combine the two patterns together. Thank you so much for sharing!
moogly says
Thank you! 😀
Kelly Kearney says
My Mom spotted this on pinterest. I love it! You did a great job. I’m going to have to try this one myself.
Kelly
moogly says
Wow, thanks! It’s a real honor – your patterns are great! 😀
Monica says
I’m wondering if I just add a couple more rows per your directions about making it bigger if I could stretch it a tad bigger than 18 months? My nieces are in 18 months now, so by fall I think they will need just a tiny bit bigger than that. Do you think that will work to make it bigger?
And thank you for the pattern, this is super cute! I can’t wait to give it a go 🙂
moogly says
I should think so. Let me know how it turns out! 😀
SJ says
I’m fairly new to crochet and am in need of a bit of help with rows 1-5…
When chaining 2 at the beginning of a row I see the comments on Kelly Sweater site say the chain 2 counts as the first dc. I’m assuming this means I should *not* dc in the same stitch, but the ends look rounded instead of having a right-angle. Is this okay? Silly question? Thanks so much!
moogly says
Not a silly question at all! When the ch2 counts as the first dc, you do not dc in the same stitch. However, if you prefer the look you get when you ch2 and DO dc in the same stitch, then there’s no reason not to do that, as long as you do NOT work a dc in the top of that ch2 when finishing up the next row. In other words, as long as you keep your stitch count correct you can do whichever you like best. 🙂 I hope this is clear! Let me know if there’s anything else I can help you with.
Patricia says
Hi,
I’m in the process of making the sweater & I’m a bit confused with row 8 – it says to skip to instead of 3 sc under the arm holes, but abigail’s pattern says to skip 2 until the end??? but even with skipping 2 all the way til the end, I ended up with 12 shells instead of 13. Where am I going wrong?
moogly says
Hi Patricia! You have found an error in the way I wrote the pattern! I’m so sorry, and thank you for pointing it out. Unfortunately I can’t pay pattern testers, so I have to rely on all of you to help me out. 🙂 I’ll go fix it here in just a minute, but here’s what I’ve discovered:
Row 5 of the pattern should be:
11 dc, corner dc, 16 dc, corner dc, 22 dc, corner dc, 16 dc, corner dc, 19 dc (88 dc)
Then for Row 6 of the pattern, you move to Row 8 from Kelly’s Sweater, to make the armholes. So coming back from the other direction, it’s:
20 dc, ch 5, 24 dc starting in the next corner, ch 5, 12 dc starting in the last corner (56 dc and two ch 5 spaces)
Moving to Row 7, you sc evenly around. Working one sc in each ch and each dc, that gives you 66 sc. This is a little tricky, because the switch from dc to chains in Row 6 can make it seem like there are extra stitches there to be worked into, and if you add a stitch you will have to skip a stitch in the next row. But with 66sc Row 8 should work.
For Row 8, we switch to Abigail’s Sweater. The way I would have written the instructions for that line:
Ch1, and sc in the first 2 sts. *Ch3 and skip 2 sts, then sc in the next 3 sts. Repeat from * until there are 4 sts left. Ch3, skip 2 sts, and sc in the last 2 sts. This creates 13 ch3 loops for the shells.
Fiona M says
Hi there,
I’m completely stumped with R8, where I’m making the ch3 loops for the shells. I have followed the pattern, but my counting brings me to needing 69 sts, but the pattern has 66. I don’t seem to have enough for that last part of “until 4 sts remain, etc”
Any tips on where I’m going wrong please?
Thanks x
Tamara Kelly says
You should have 12 loops finished when you get to the 4 remaining sts. I’m not sure where things are off for you without seeing it unfortunately. If you’ve got 66 sts in the previous row, then use 2 sts in sc at the beginning, and 4 at the end for the last loop and finish, that gives you 60 sts between. Each loop is made of a ch 2 followed by 3 sc (5 sts). So the 60 sts in the middle give you 12 loops, and the last 4 sts give you the last loop. Does that help at all?
moogly says
Ok, the pattern should be fixed. Again, sorry for any inconvenience, and thank you so much for letting me know!
Ottavia says
Hi! I love this cardi! I’m new to crochet and I need some help to realize it in size 6-9 months. In bella bambina blog she change the size of kelly’s sweater from newborn to 6-9 months.
I would make it for the first winter of my little girl Amanda!
I bought 100% italian merino wool with 4mm. hook. Can you help me?
Thanks.
moogly says
Hi Ottavia! Thanks for commenting! I’ve sat down and figured it out, and will add the 6-9 month sizing to the pattern now.
Ottavia says
Thanks!!
Berni says
I just went to find the abigal sweater, and there are NO instructions to print out! I really would love to try this sweater. I am always looking for something new to try.
moogly says
Berni, the Wayback Machine can take a few minutes to load, but then you should get a dark red page with “Welcome to Auntie M’s” at the top. The text is in blue, making it nearly impossible to read, so you need to use your mouse to highlight the text and then print off the selection. I know it’s a bit of work, but with copyright in place I can’t copy the instructions to my blog without Auntie M’s permission and I haven’t been able to get a hold of her. I just checked the page and it’s still working. Maybe this link will work better for you? http://web.archive.org/web/20070306040048/http://webpages.charter.net/basheera/abigailsw.html Hope that helps!
Berni says
Thanks so much! Got it!
Claudia says
Love this sweater, can’t wait to make it!
Ottavia says
I’m at row 21 (size 6-9 months) but it looks so small… What can I do?
moogly says
It’s possible your gauge is smaller than mine – next time I make one I plan on taking some measurements. If the body is big enough around, you could just add some length to the body and arms with an extra couple of rows. Standard US sizing for 6-9 months is 17″ at the chest, so I’d measure what you’ve got and see! If it’s too narrow, you may have to frog it and use a larger hook. Here’s a size chart that may help you see where you’re at: http://www.craftyarncouncil.com/babysize.html
Ottavia says
Thank you, the chart is very helpful and you too!!
Gloria says
Hi, If I choose not to do fdc on row 1 does that mean I need to count chain 2 on each row as my first dc? I did up to row 7 (for larger size) and my stitch count was only 103 but when I counted chain 2 my count then came to 104. Yes or No? I’ve never done fdc and what I’m reading at other sites is confusing. I would like to see a video. Any chance I will find one on you tube?
thanks, and love the pattern. gloria
moogly says
Hi Gloria! Thank you!
The pattern as written does not use fdc. I like to start that way, but if you just follow the directions for Kelly’s Sweater, you’ll start with a regular chain. In the comments on Kelly’s sweater, she does note that she counts the ch 2 as a dc for each row, so it sounds like your stitch count is right on. 🙂
I don’t have a video up for fdc, but I do have one for fsc – and the technique is the same, except that you ch one more to start and then of course yo and pull through an additional set of loops each stitch. I’m hoping to make more videos very soon, I’ll add this one to the list! Here’s the fsc one if you’d like to check it out: https://www.mooglyblog.com/2012/04/04/foundation-single-crochet-fsc/
Gloria says
HI, I finished row 7 w/104 dc. Row 8: I followed armhole tutorial on Bella Bambina site and I finished w/ 22 dc, ch5, 29 dc, ch 5, 14 dc and final dc count 65 w/two ch 5-sp. I then counted dc stitches that were skipped (for armhole) and one side is 19dc and opposite side 20dc making grand total 104dc. My question is this how come my numbers do not match your total found on your page 2 pattern of (24dc, ch 5, 28dc. ch5, 14dc, or 64dc?) It confused me so I just want to be sure that I’m moving along fine and won’t have to rip my work out and start again.
thank you
moogly says
Gloria, it’s hard to say for sure without being there to look at it, but I’m wondering if you used stitch markers to mark the center st of each corner? If not, you may have used the wrong “corners” when making the armpits. Make sure that you are working a dc in that center st (of the three), then ch 5, then work right into the next center st (of the next three).
Gloria says
HI, THANK YOU FOR REPLY TO MY FIRST EMAIL. I have redone row 8 and still come out with same stitch total on July 7th email I sent.
Today I went back to your email sent back to Patricia on June 9th 2012 and I read that row 8 is start of Abigail’s instructions instead on row 9-16 where you highlighted in blue Abigail’s sweater. Does this apply also for doing pattern for a 6 to 9 month old? If yes, then maybe that’s why I’m having problems beyond row 8. I will rip out and try it this new way and see if that helps me. I’ll let you know one way or the other.
ON row 10: I would like to know how many ch 3 loops there should be w/in each armhole, also for back of sweater and on each left/right side to get the 15 loops I need and to be sure I have the right placement of each ch3 loops. Sweater is for my first great-grand baby w/baby shower in 3wks.
take care, thank you gloria
Gloria says
HI again, oops! I finish row 8 of Kelly’s sweater pattern THEN row 9 starts
Abigail’s pattern instructions instead at row 11 to complete sweater.
bye gloria
moogly says
Hi Gloria! I’m a little confused as to where you are, but let’s see if this helps. To make the 6-9 month old size:
Work Rows 1-8 of Kelly’s Sweater.
Work Rows 7(9) and 8(10) of the Mini Moogly Sweater (these two rows are only found on this site).
Work Rows 9-16 of Abigail’s Sweater.
Work Rows 9-11 of Abigail’s Sweater again.
Even dc into each shell st.
Gloria says
Hi, once I realized my problem w/your help I have reached instruction for row 20. I ended w/ row 11 with shell stitches. ? do I turn and do any chain stitch before starting row 20
Row 20: I’m to dc in each shell stitch (before starting trim row) ? so do I leave sc stitches alone or do I dc in each.
I’ve enjoyed doing this sweater and look forward to doing many more.
have a good day, gloria
moogly says
To work row 20, turn, ch 2 and then dc in each st from the previous row, including the sc. I’m glad you’ve enjoyed the sweater! 😀
Gloria says
Hi, new update: finished row 11 (a shell row) just now I went to do row 20 w/out fastening off yarn so I turned to start row then noticed as I did the dc stitches they came out wrong side facing on right side of sweater and did not look right. ? was I to ignore row 17. Then I will move on to doing sleeves and trim/button opening. Doing clothing is not my strong suite, yet. thanks, gloria
moogly says
The dc may be on the wrong side of the sweater, but as long as your trim row is on the RS it should look fine – but that’s just my opinion, please change the edging and such however you like! 😀
Learnto Crochet says
May sound crazy but which rows did you do the color changes? It’s kind of hard to tell. I’m guessing color changes are on Row 3 and Row 6 for the Newborn?
Do you know if the pattern could be updated to give the rows for the color changes?
Thanks
Learnto (Tasha)
moogly says
Learnto, I didn’t keep track because I was making this one from leftover bits- and just switched whenever I ran out! Looking at it now, it looks like I switched to pink at row 3 and white at row 7. Sorry for that!
Learnto Crochet says
No wait, the color changes are on Row 3 and Row 7…not on Row 6…right?
moogly says
ah, yep! thanks for asking! 😀
Learnto Crochet says
How many ch-3 loops are on Row 10 for Newborn? I finished with twelve ch-3 loops and one ch-1 loop.
Thanks
Learnto (Tasha)
moogly says
Learnto, you should have 13 loops for the newborn size, 15 for the bigger size. Sounds like maybe you could do a ch 2 loop in each armpit to even things out and keep the 13 loops.
Learnto Crochet says
Well, I have 13 chain loops at the end of Row 9 but when I finished Row 10, there are only 12.
Does the chain 3 at the beginning of Row 10 count as a loop? I ask because it is not “stretched out” across the previous row shells. In other words, it does not look obvious.
Learnto Crochet says
Ok, I think I have it. Abigail’s Row 11 includes “half” shells. So, at the end of my Row 11, I have twelve “full shells” and two “half shells”. That would come out to 13 shells
Now, I just finished Row 12, and I am back to thirteen ch3 loops…I think I am on point…right? 🙂
The ch3 count on Row 10 must “appear” to be off but it comes back full circle at Row 12.
moogly says
Sounds good to me! I’m glad it’s working out! 😀
Learnto Crochet says
Ok, and now for the 50 millionth (yeah, it’s made up 🙂 question about the pattern.
At the beginning of Row 20, should I ch3 to build up for the next dc OR just skip a beginning chain and dc right away?
moogly says
Ch3 and then dc along the row. So close to done! 😀
Learnto Crochet says
Gosh, I thought I was finished asking questions…sorry 🙁
For Row 20, did you do a color change to pink?
Where did you start the body trim? Was it on the shorter side (the part that is overlapped) of the sweater and worked around?
For the button loops, did you work those as you worked the trim?
It looks might have used Caron Simply Soft for the example in the pattern. Do you have happen to have the finished measurements for a Newborn.
Even though I’m not finished yet, I just measured across the chest under the armpits. With the overlap, my sweater measures 7.5″ across. Is that about right or too small?
moogly says
It’s ok! 😀
Yes, Row 20 was pink.
I believe I did start the trim on the overlapped side. It doesn’t really matter too much though – I just like to start it wherever I think it will be hidden best.
Yes, I just chain a few stitches for the buttons as I make the trim – how many just depends on the buttons you chose.
I used Bernat Soy Natural Blends for mine – sadly discontinued now, I think.
I don’t have the exact measurements, as those do depend on personal gauge, but 15″ around sounds pretty good. Standard newborn chest circumference is 14″, so you’re right on!
Learnto Crochet says
I greatly appreciate all of your help! I have really enjoyed making this sweater. I can’t believe how fast it works up minus life’s many interruptions. 🙂
I am working on Row 3 of the sleeves. Is it me or are the directions missing the step for the ch3 loops within the *to*?
I assume Row 3 should be very similar to Row 10: * ch 3. Skip next dc, next sc and next dc, 1 sc in next 3 dc.*
Learnto Crochet says
Correction: I now see that Row 3 on the sleeves is slightly different than Row 10 in the body. However, the ch3 should be included in the *to*. But I know there is nothing we can do about it being changed since the author is unavailable.
moogly says
Yes, my attempts contact her have failed. I’m thinking about re-writing that portion of the pattern into my own words, as much as possible, instead of re-directing, since I have changed it so much. I’d hate to think I was stealing it, but I’m kind of at a loss.
Learnto Crochet says
I would think it would be OK especially if you still provide a link to her pattern and explain “why” you rewrote it and your failed attempts to contact her.
On your example, it looks like you have 6 rows of shells. In your pattern, you said to end off on an even row of shells. But based on your picture, it looks like the pink row would be an odd row of shells. Do you remember if the pink row was an odd row?
moogly says
I believe the pink row of shells was the 6th shell row (12th row of the sleeve). That’s what I see when I look at the picture. The “even” row refers to stopping on a shell row, not a loop row, so you can make as many rows as shells as you like to get the length you want.
Beverly says
Thank you for this cute pattern. I too was confused about the sleeves after looking at your pictures & reading the directions for Abigail’s Sweater. You have changed quite a lot & made some improvements. Thanks!
moogly says
You are welcome!
Learnto Crochet says
Are my eyes deceiving me but the more and more I look at Row 20 on your example, the stitch looks like maybe hdc across and not dc…
moogly says
You can do whichever stitch you like best! Make it your own! 😀
Learnto Crochet says
eeeh, you know “people” like to copy! I wanna do what you did. 🙂 So, it is a DC stitch?
moogly says
Unless I had a major brain fart, yep, that’s a dc row. 😉
Learnto Crochet says
LOL! 🙂
Lee Ann says
What a wonderful-looking baby jacket. I love this! Thanks very much for sharing this pattern 🙂
Lee Ann
crochetgottaloveit.blogspot.com
moogly says
You are very welcome Lee Ann! So glad you like it!
Gloria says
Hi, I see you have a baby hat to match baby in bloom sweater so do you have a baby hat to match your pattern for mini moogly sweater?
Just finished another mini moogly sweater today.
have a nice eve. gloria
moogly says
Hi Gloria! So glad you like the sweater pattern! I don’t have a hat pattern to match it myself, but on the same site as Abigail’s Sweater (the bottom portion of the Mini Moogly Sweater, there’s a bonnet pattern to match: http://web.archive.org/web/20070312084303/webpages.charter.net/basheera/abigailbonnet.html Alternately, you could draw inspiration from this beanie that uses the same stitch pattern: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/zefenella-hat Hope that helps!
Gloria says
HI, got to look at Abigail’s bonet pattern that closely matches the sweater. I don’t like the back portion and (of course) I want the back to look like the front. Do you think that can be done? So it sit on the baby’s head like a beanie or other style hat. If I do that would I take the same amount of stitches/shells that are in the front of the hat to the back?
looking forward to your reply, gloria
moogly says
Hm, good question! I’m thinking, if you follow the basic idea of the Toot Sweet Newborn Bonnet and work a row of shells flat and then sew up a back seam, you would get an all-shell bonnet. If you want a beanie style, you’ll need to work some other type of stitch to get the circumference you want and then work the shells down the sides.
moogly says
Oh! I just came across this and thought of your question! This might be just what you’re looking for. 🙂 http://jennifermegandesigns.blogspot.com/2012/04/babies-blankets-and-itty-bitty-hats.html
Gloria says
HI, thanks for thinking of me and I did come across that pattern and it does resemble the sweater. What I did was I follow instructions for doing the shells on the sleeves and hat came out just the right size I needed. I didn’t do the jenmegandesign site as I liked the looks of the top of the bonnet pattern.
I guess I need to set up an account so I can get a picture of how my completed work came out. I’m not very good at posting pictures as I don’t do it enough to remember how.
have a good day, gloria
Sheena says
I cannot see Abigail’s (rows 9-16) sweater directions on the website. They have it on a maroon background with blue lettering. It is absolutely unreadable. Can anyone help me? This sweater is SO stinkin’ ADORABLE!!
moogly says
Hi Sheena! It’s a problem for everybody. I think soon I’ll be adapting and re-writing the stitch pattern directly onto the Mini Moogly pattern, as my attempts to reach Auntie M have failed. In the meantime, I recommend that you use the cursor to highlight the pattern and then either copy and paste it to a word processor document or print it out, checking the “selection” box so that you only get the words. I hope one of these methods work for you!
Gloria says
Hi Sheena,
What I did was at the Abigail sweater site (maroon colored background) showing the pattern instructions. Go up and click on file icon (top left corner) and and click on print preview and the maroon background will go away and you will be able to view complete pattern. Then click to print pattern.
good luck, gloria
moogly says
Oh fantastic tip Gloria! Thanks!
Sheena says
You’re BRILLIANT!!! Thank you so much!! It worked like a charm! 😉
moogly says
Yay! 😀
Danielle says
Hi, great pattern & thanks for sharing! I just wanted to let you know that I found the directions for Abigail’s Sweater on a different website that is MUCH easier to read. It’s still copyrighted to Auntie M, so maybe she transferred to a new site? Here’s the link: http://danettesangels.tripod.com/patterns/abigailsweater.html
moogly says
Thanks so much for the link Danielle! And you’re welcome!
Sondra says
Thank you, thank you, thank you! I’m still fairly new to reading patterns, but loved this so much, that I thought I would give it a try. I found it was easiest for me to print out all three patterns, type out the pattern in order (instead of flipping between all three), and follow that….I highly recommend doing this!!!
My great-niece is expected to arrive in October, and I cannot wait to see her new sweater on her! I put it onto my 1mth old great-nephew just to get a peek at what it’s going to look like….PRECIOUS!!! (of course his Mama wasn’t too happy about him wearing a girls sweater)
Once again, thanks for the pattern!
Jen Snyder says
I love this sweater I feel dumb asking but is this worked from top to bottom?
moogly says
No dumb questions Jen! I’m glad you asked – I’m sure someone else has wondered the same! It’s worked from the top down, in one piece (with the sleeves added later). 🙂
Jen Snyder says
Thank u so very much working on it now… Can’t wait to get it done your awesome and fast thanks again
steph says
Love this sweater! Was wondering if you could provide finished chest measurements for the 6-9 month size. I have a large 9 month old so I’m guessing that the sizing will be too small for her. Probably would need 18 months. Any chance you will be adding more sizes to the pattern? [hoping!]
moogly says
steph, it all depends on gauge, but the chest size for the 6-9 mths size should be 17-18 inches. I did actually upsize it for 18 mths for my own niece, just by using a larger hook (H to J, depending on how tightly you crochet) and adding an extra row or two of length in the body and arms. 18 mths chest size is 19 inches, so as long as you’re hitting that by the time you make the armpit row, you should be golden! Let me know if you need more help!
Clara says
That is so cute. I’d love on in adult size!
Sara says
Just finished my version of your great sweater, thanks so much! I’ve posted about it and linked back to you for the pattern here:
http://www.creativejewishmom.com/2012/12/crocheted-baby-sweater-with-scallop-stitch.html
moogly says
That looks great Sara! I love the little tie instead of buttons. Thanks so much for linking and sharing too!
Oliveoyl says
Great looking sweater! Thank you for your generosity in sharing. I have had trouble with the chain row though……I have chained 50 but always end up short 4 -5 chains at the end of row one…..I have ripped out and recounted 3 times….50 chains. Just don’t understand it…….:(
moogly says
Oliveoyl, I’m sorry you’re having trouble! I wish I were there so I could see what’s happening. I’m wondering if you’re not getting the corner stitches all in the same chain?
Oliveoyl says
Quick question: In row 8 of Kellys pattern, It reads “dc in each stitch to first corner”. Does this mean I dc INTO this first corner (of 3 dc’s) or just up to the dc st right before the corner……or up to the MIDDLE dc stitch as in the rest of that row? I’t not clear to me. Maybe it’s just me. Thanks very much.
moogly says
Into the dc in the middle – that’s the corner stitch, the one with the marker in it.
Oliveoyl says
I have never been so confused on a pattern in my life. All the switching back and forth between patterns AND trying to upsize too…WHEW! Not to mention the mistakes in the pattern. I have struggled so but others say this pattern works up easy! I am a new crocheter it’s true and I have sweat blood over this one. I’m ripping out for the 4th time. YUK. I do appreciate the pattern. I’m just frustrated and not sure which pattern to use from here. I’m on row 10 which talks about crocheting into hdc’s, but I haven’t done hdc’s up to this point!..?????
Maybe I will rewrite this pattern for the upsize and simplify things. As popular as this pattern is I am surprised it hasn’t already been done.
moogly says
I’m sorry you’re having trouble Oliveoyl! It’s not a beginner pattern, that’s true. I’m sorry for all the switching back and forth, but as it’s drawn from copyrighted material, I’m afraid that’s the only way I can present it here. I’d recommend printing out the patterns and highlighting the parts you want to use.
Penny says
This sweater is so cute why just in baby sizes. It would look adorable on my 5 year old granddaughter as well. She is wearing a size 7 now. What would it take to increase the size
moogly says
Penny, a whole lot of math! It’s relatively easy if you’ve got the 5 year old available though. Just start with a good neck size, work the corner increases to the armpit line, then work the shells on down the body and work the arms to length.
Melinda says
I am enjoying this pattern but I am having an issue with row 11. At the end of this row I have 15 shells but the pattern say I should have 8 shells. Help!!!
moogly says
Melinda, you’re fine! The 8 shells is from the original Abigail’s Sweater. This mashup alters the shell count. If you’re making the Newborn size you should have 13 shells, but for the larger size 15 is exactly right!
Jilly says
I am wondering how much yarn I’ll need. I know it depends on how many colors I use. How many yards would you say you needed for the ivory scalloped part? Thank you! Can’t wait to make it for a friend’s baby due this summer!
moogly says
Thanks Jilly! I’d say less that 130 yds. Sorry I can’t be more exact! I tend to use up odds and ends for these sweaters. 🙂
Sue says
This cardigan is so pretty…I also think it would be gorgeous in grown-up sizes! I’ve done a sweater for my granddaughter that starts with a very similar stitch pattern for the neck/yoke. I’ve seen several patterns for babies/toddlers that have the same neck/yoke shape, but don’t recall seeing it in an adult pattern. I’d consider giving it a go, but math is far from my strong suit! I AM, however very good at frogging and starting over!!!
jgreen0521 says
I would love to make an adult size of this, I was thinking that when I stumbled upon your entry. I would love to be able to convert it to a larger size. If anyone has the equation or advise on how to proportionally enlarge this beautiful sweater, please let us know.
Thank you!!
Sarah Murray says
Thank you so much for posting this pattern on Ravelry. I love it! I have made two of them in just a few days. The baby (0-3 months) was really easy to do and I wanted a matching one for her big sister who is almost 6. I managed to make it much bigger and the result is amazing. My nieces are going to be the cutest two at the Easter Service at Church!
Tamara Kelly says
That’s awesome Sarah! I’m so glad to hear it!
n says
Hi
I liked the pattern .
Can we have the permission to sell the sweater made from the patter.
Thank you
n says
I liked the pattern .
Can we have the permission to sell the sweater made from the patter.
Thank you
Tamara Kelly says
Hi n! I can’t grant permission on this one as the patterns don’t belong to me, but to the other two designers.
Mae says
Thanks so much for this amazing pattern recipe! I made it in a short sleeved version for my baby girl since it is getting close to spring. http://i.imgur.com/aLLn7tm.jpg
Tamara Kelly says
I love it Mae, very cute! 😀
Rpoore says
Good morning! I think this is one of the loveliest sweaters I have seen and have been trying to make this for a friend who is due soon. I keep running into a problem at row 6 🙁 I start with the proper amount of stiches from last row (88), but when I complete row six I have too many stitches…aggg…I am new to crochet and reading patterns so I think that I am misreading something (obviously, LOL). I am messing up here:
“dc in each st to first corner, ch 5, dc in center st of second corner, dc across to center st of third corner, ch 5, dc in center of fourth corner and each st to end”
It doesn’t say to skip any stitch, but wouldn’t I have to so that by the end of this row I would have 56 dc and 2 ch 5 spaces and of course to give me 66 sc at the end of row 8?
I hope this isn’t too confusing to read 🙂
Tamara Kelly says
Hi Rpoore! You’re skipping what become the shoulder stitches – watch this video and I think it will clear up your confusion: https://www.mooglyblog.com/tutorial-armholes-top-down-crochet-baby-sweater/
Rpoore says
Oh! Got it, did it and it was fantastically easy (once I follow the directions, LOL). I didn’t realize I was at the armhole already 🙂 Thank you so much; this really is a piece of cake!
Tamara Kelly says
You’re very welcome! I’m so glad that worked. 😀 It IS confusing the first time – I remember when I made my first top down baby sweater, I was confused too!
Cheryl says
Let me start by saying this sweater is beautiful. I was so excited to try it but I have come to a problem… I am sorry in advance if I am wrong however, I think there might be a mistake on the pattern for the size (6-9) months. On row 8 (10) it says for the count to work for the size 6-9 months you need to skip one space and not two under the arm but I found that doesn’t work out.. so I counted to make sure my stitch count was right and it was but I found if you skip 3 spaces under the arm instead of 1 as it states the stitch count works out.
Thanks again for this beautiful pattern.
Tamara Kelly says
It may be off – I haven’t made it in quite some time! Glad you were able to make it work though! 🙂
liltyjo says
I’ve just been making this in the 6-9months version. Just about to add the sleeves and so far its looking great! Thank you!
Tamara Kelly says
So glad to hear it! Thanks liltyjo!
Krista says
Hi! I really love this pattern but now I’m struggling with the sleeves. How many stitches are there supposed to be when you start at row 1 on Abigail’s sweater? And do you make it the same way as row 8 in the hem? Thanks so much!
Tamara Kelly says
Hi Krista! The first row of the sleeves should have 6 or 7 loops/shells evenly distributed around. It should be roughly the same as Row 8, but as I say you’ll likely need to fudge things a bit. If you need to skip a stitch or add an extra one that’s best done in the “armpit” of the sleeve.
Krista says
Thanks so much for help!
Ashley says
I am so happy that I came across this! So many babies to make things for 🙂 thank you!
Tamara Kelly says
😀 You’re welcome!
Jane says
Came across your sweater via google image search (making items for my soon to be born niece) and I just wanted to say THANK YOU for your generosity in publishing this for free. I’ve made several versions now with different yarns, both short and long sleeved, and they’ve turned out incredible. Thanks again!!!
Tamara Kelly says
😀 I’m so glad Jane! I hope you give some of the other sweaters on here a try – the new Eloise sweater is super fun!
bolbola says
hi I want to know age of baby with this pattern? I want to make it to my daughter 12 monthes how many ch I should start?
Tamara Kelly says
Hi bolbola, I’m afraid this pattern is only offered in 3-6 mths and 6-9 mths sizes.
bolbola says
thanks alot
Irene says
Thank you so much for publishing this pattern for free, and for all the help and guidance along the way. I have made several of them in the last few months, and they always come out perfect! I’ll post a picture for you on FB.
Tamara Kelly says
😀 So glad to hear it Irene!
Michelle says
I have made several of these for gifts. Could I sell the finished sweaters?
Tamara Kelly says
That would be fine, Michelle. 🙂 Thanks!
Jade says
Hi Tamara, just wanted to make you aware that some is using your design and claiming it as their own I know not much can be done but I just thought you may like to know (I would) Instagram and Facebook handmadebyktom
Tamara Kelly says
Hi Jade! Looks like s/he is selling finished items rather than the pattern – and that’s allowed! 🙂 Thank you for thinking of me and being on the lookout though! I really appreciate it!
Andy says
Hi! The pattern is adorable. I am in making process now. It is well written and it turns out just as expected. I send you best wishes from Lithuania,
Not many people these days give the gift of free patterns, so thank you for being generous.
Tamara Kelly says
Thank you Andy, I’m so glad to hear it! 🙂
Pat Dumas says
Hi.
I’m trying to adapt your crochet sleeve hole method that starts with the ch 3, to a dog sweater. Doesn’t that shorten the whole circumfrence of the sweater? thanks… Don’t see what you do on the subsequent rows.
Thank you.. Pat
Tamara Kelly says
Hi Pat! Yes, this turns a flat yoke into the top of the sweater, so before you chain and skip the cirucumference is big enough to go around both the body and arms. This creates the arm holes, as well as the (now smaller) torso.