This charming Crochet Kids Pullover pattern is the perfect project for anyone looking to make a stylish and cozy top for a 4–5-year-old child. Featuring textured stitches, eye-catching color transitions from Red Heart Super Saver Stripes yarn, and a beginner-friendly construction, this pullover combines comfort and fashion effortlessly.
Crochet Kids Pullover
The ribbed neckline and sleeves offer a snug fit, while the customizable sleeve length and body size make it adaptable for growing kids. Whether you're crafting a gift or updating your little one’s wardrobe, this pullover pattern promises warmth, style, and lots of handmade love.
Materials
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Stripes
Hook sizes:
- H/5 mm (main body and start of sleeves)
- G (for sleeve tapering)
- F/3.75 mm (for cuffs)
Scissors
- Yarn needle
Foundation
- Chain 98 (make sure it's even).
- Form a circle and secure with a slip stitch.
Body of the Pullover
Row 1
- Chain 3
- Double crochet in each chain around (98 dc total)
Row 2
- Chain 1
- Alternate front post and back post double crochets around
For Row 3
- Chain 3
- Double crochet in each stitch around (98 dc)
Row 4
- Chain 1
- Back post double crochet two together
- Chain 1, repeat around
Row 5
- Chain 3
- Double crochet in the next chain one space and then in the stitch
- Repeat around (98 dc)
For Rows 6–20
- Repeat Rows 4 and 5
Sleeve Openings
- Slip stitch in the next 4 stitches
Row 21
- Chain 1
- Single crochet across 40 stitches/spaces
Row 22
- Chain 3, turn
- Double crochet across (40 dc)
For Row 23
- Chain 4, turn
- Back post double crochet two together, chain 1, repeat
Row 24
- Chain 3, turn
- Double crochet in each chain space and stitch
Rows 25–30
- Repeat Rows 23 and 24
Shoulder Panels
Row 31
- Chain 3
- Double crochet in the next 9 stitches
Rows 32–33
- Chain 3, turn
- Double crochet across 9 stitches
- Fasten off
- Repeat on the other side, joining yarn 10 stitches from the sleeve opening
Back Panel
- Skip 5 stitches from the shoulder and single crochet in the next space
- Work same pattern as front panel for 30 rows
- For shoulders: only 2 rows instead of 3
Joining Shoulders
- Turn pullover inside out
- Slip stitch through back loops of both front and back shoulder panels to join
Neckline
- Join yarn to front side
- Chain 3
- Double crochet evenly around neckline (64 dc)
- Work alternating front and back post double crochet for ribbing (a few rows)
Sleeves
- Join yarn at underarm
- Shaping Row
- Double crochet two together 5 times at beginning and end
Continue:
- Work in the round using established body pattern
Hook Size Changes:
- First 10 rows: H/5 mm
Next 8 rows:
- Last 5 rows: F/3.75 mm
- Finish with ribbing pattern at cuff
Finishing Touches
- Weave in all loose ends with a yarn needle
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