Looking for the ultimate cozy-meets-cool accessory? This Crochet Balaclava / Turtleneck Hoodie Pattern blends comfort, warmth, and style all in one easy-to-follow project! Perfect for chilly days, this versatile piece acts as both a snug hood and a neckwarmer, giving you full coverage without sacrificing style.
Crochet Balaclava / Turtleneck Hoodie
Whether you're a confident beginner or a seasoned stitcher, you'll love how quickly this modern winter essential comes together. Customizable in color and size, it’s a fun and functional pattern you’ll reach for again and again!
Materials
- Medium weight yarn in two colors (Purple for body, Pink for edging)
- 5mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
- Cardboard or pom-pom maker
Main Body (Make 2 Identical Panels)
Foundation Chain
- Make a slip knot.
- Chain 35.
Row 1: Base Row
- Skip 2 chains (counts as 1st hdc).
- Double crochet (dc) in each chain across.
- In the last chain, make 1 hdc.
- Chain 2 and turn.
- Total stitches: 35.
Row 2: Start Ribbing Pattern
- 2 Front Post dc (FPdc).
- 2 Back Post dc (BPdc).
- Repeat 2 FPdc, 2 BPdc across.
- Last stitch: 1 hdc.
- Chain 2 and turn.
For Row 3: Increase Row
- 2 FPdc.
- 2 dc in the space between FPdc and BPdc.
- 2 BPdc.
- Repeat 2 FPdc, 2 dc in space, 2 BPdc across.
- Last stitch: 1 hdc.
- Chain 2 and turn.
Row 4: Alternate Ribbing
- 2 BPdc.
- 2 FPdc.
- Repeat 2 BPdc, 2 FPdc across.
- Last stitch: 1 hdc.
- Chain 2 and turn.
Row 5: Increase Row
- 2 BPdc.
- 2 dc in the space between BPdc and FPdc.
- 2 FPdc.
- Repeat 2 BPdc, 2 dc in space, 2 FPdc across.
- Last stitch: 1 hdc.
- Chain 2 and turn.
For Row 6: Continue Ribbing
- 2 FPdc.
- 2 BPdc.
- Repeat 2 FPdc, 2 BPdc across.
- Last stitch: 1 hdc.
- Chain 2 and turn.
Row 7: Increase Row
- 2 FPdc.
- 2 dc in space between FPdc and BPdc.
- 2 BPdc.
- Repeat 2 FPdc, 2 dc in space, 2 BPdc across.
- Last stitch: 1 hdc.
- Chain 2 and turn.
Row 8: Ribbing Pattern
- 2 BPdc.
- 2 FPdc.
- Repeat 2 BPdc, 2 FPdc across.
- Last stitch: 1 hdc.
- Chain 2 and turn.
For Row 9: Increase Row
- 2 BPdc.
- 2 dc in space between BPdc and FPdc.
- 2 FPdc.
- Repeat 2 BPdc, 2 dc in space, 2 FPdc across.
- Last stitch: 1 hdc.
- Chain 2 and turn.
Rows 10–23: Repeat Pattern
- Continue alternating ribbing and increase rows in the same 4-row sequence.
- Maintain the established pattern and continue shaping.
Row 24: Change to Pink Yarn
- Work 2 BPdc, 2 FPdc for 7 repeats (28 stitches).
- 2 BPdc.
- 2 FPdc.
- 1 single crochet (sc).
- Chain 1 and turn.
For Row 25: Decrease and Shaping
- 2 sc in next 2 stitches (4 sc total).
- 2 hdc in next 2 stitches (4 hdc total).
- 2 dc in each of next 14 stitches (28 dc).
- 1 hdc in last stitch.
- Chain 2 and turn.
Row 26: Final Ribbing Row
- 2 FPdc, 2 BPdc for 7 repeats (28 stitches).
- 2 FPdc.
- sc2tog (single crochet 2 together).
- Slip stitch.
- Fasten off.
Repeat for Second Panel
- Follow the same steps to create a second identical panel.
Assembly and Hood Section
Panel Joining
- Work 32 sc along top edge of first panel.
- Work 36 sc along top edge of second panel.
- With right sides facing, align and join edges using slip stitches.
Neck and Hood Rounds
Round 1: Establish Round
- Dc evenly around the entire joined edge opening.
- Slip stitch to join.
- Chain 2 and turn.
Rounds 2–3: Ribbing
- 1 FPdc, 1 BPdc around entire round.
- Slip stitch to join each round.
- Chain 2 and turn.
For Round 4 and Beyond: Increase
- Repeat 1 FPdc increase, 1 BPdc, 1 FPdc, 1 BPdc, 1 FPdc, 1 BPdc sequence.
- Continue until hood reaches desired length.
- Slip stitch to join each round and chain 2 to continue.
Final Details
Drawstring
- Make a long chain with desired tightness.
- Weave through the top edge of the hood.
Pom-Poms
- Wrap yarn around cardboard multiple times.
- Tie tightly at center and cut loops.
- Fluff and trim into shape.
- Attach to ends of drawstring.
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