Are you looking for a cozy and stylish sweater pattern for your little ones? Look no further! Our easy free crochet pattern for a seamless top-down crochet raglan sweater for children is just what you need. With its easy top-down construction and raglan sleeves, this sweater is perfect for any crochet enthusiast looking for a fun DIY project.
The seamless top-down construction of this pattern makes it ideal for beginners or intermediate crocheters looking for a project that doesn’t require sewing pieces together. The raglan sleeves give it a stylish, modern twist that’s perfect for all occasions. With sizes ranging from 0-3 months to child size 12, you can craft the perfect sweater for any child in your life.
One of the best parts of this pattern is that it uses soft and cozy acrylic yarn, making it perfect for year-round wear. Your little ones will love snuggling up in the warm, soft sweater you’ve crafted just for them. With the gender-neutral design, it’s the perfect sweater for any child, whether you’re making it for your own kids or as a thoughtful and heartfelt gift.
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The crochet pattern is easy to follow and comes with step-by-step instructions on how to create the seamless top-down raglan sweater. If you’re new to crocheting, don’t worry! This pattern is beginner-friendly, with a step-by-step video tutorial so you can follow along with ease.
So get started today and create a crochet sweater that your child will cherish forever!
Below you will find everything you need to crochet the Top-Down Crochet Raglan Sweater for children, including the yarn, hook, materials, free written pattern for blog subscribers, pictures and a video tutorial. If you love this Free Crochet Sweater pattern, please share!
Key Takeaways
- The Top-Down Crochet Raglan Sweater is a stylish, seamless pattern suitable for children aged 0-12 years.
- This beginner-friendly crochet pattern features a simple top-down construction and raglan sleeves, making it easy to follow.
- Using soft acrylic yarn, the sweater is cozy and perfect for year-round wear; great for gifts or personal use.
- Step-by-step video tutorials accompany the pattern to assist novice crocheters in understanding the process.
- Complete with materials, sizes, and additional instructional resources, this pattern is accessible and rewarding for crafters.
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Crochet a Children’s Sweater
Crocheting children’s sweaters can be a rewarding experience for several reasons.
Crocheting is a craft form that requires patience, focus, and attention to detail. I am sure you are going to enjoy crocheting this easy raglan sweater for many reasons. Seeing a sweater come to life from a single ball of yarn is such a satisfying feeling that brings me so much joy. Creating children’s sweaters is especially meaningful as they serve as a practical and useful item. Seeing a child wear something you’ve created is a heartwarming experience, especially knowing that the sweater was made with care and love.
Additionally, there’s a sense of nostalgia and tradition associated with crocheting children’s sweaters. Many people still treasure handmade items passed down from previous generations, making the gift of a handmade sweater is a cherished item that could be passed down to future generations.
The Crochet Raglan Sweater for children is a simple beginner sweater design. With its easy top-down construction and simple stitch pattern, you will be on your way to crocheting this easy-free crochet sweater pattern in no time!
Mary Maxim
The top-down crochet raglan sweater for children is designed in Mary Maxim Sunrise (CDN) and Mary Maxim Lullaby (CDN).
Mary Maxim Sunrise is a super soft solid premium micro acrylic yarn. Mary Maxim Lullaby is a lovely, variegated premium micro acrylic yarn. These yarns are a dream come true for anyone seeking the softest and coziest option for their crocheting needs. Made with high-quality materials, it boasts a silky-smooth texture that’s gentle to the touch. Its lightweight fibres make it perfect for creating comfortable and breathable hats, sweaters, and baby blankets that will keep little ones snug and warm all year round. The delicate yet durable nature of this yarn ensures that your finished projects will last and remain in excellent condition for years to come. With its softness and premium quality, these micro acrylic yarns are a must-have for anyone who enjoys crocheting for little ones.
Adult Size Video
Head over to our blog post for the adult-sized pattern in XS-5X HERE
Yarn Requirements
Shown in Desert Rose & Fossil
Light Weight #3, 240yds/100g, 100% premium micro acrylic
Shown in Cuddles
Light Weight #3, 236yds/100g, 100% premium micro acrylic
0-3mth (6-12mth, 18-24mth, 2-4, 6, 8, 10, 12)
1 (2, 2, 3, 3, 4, 5, 5) balls
Yarn Substitutes
Mary Maxim Lullaby is a gorgeous silky soft variegated premium micro acrylic yarn that comes in bright, fun colours for babies and children. Sunrise is identical but comes in solid colours. If you’re looking for substitutes, I have provided a few options that will work well with this pattern. I used Best Value and Prism for the Adult pattern, and they will work for this pattern as well.
Try Mary Maxim Best Value (CDN) Mellowspun (CDN) or Swish DK if you prefer a solid-coloured yarn.
Lion Brand Mandela will also work great if you want an affordable variegated alternative.
Crochet Hooks Needed
or size needed to obtain gauge
Additional Supplies
Yarn Needle
Scissors
Measuring Tape
Amazon Canada, Amazon US, Mary Maxim Tools
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Sizing
0-3mth (6-12mth, 18-24mth, 2-4, 6, 8, 10, 12)
The Schematic is included in the paid PDF down below!
Size Chart
Gauge
16.5 sts & 8 rows equal to 4″ with 4.5mm crochet hook in pattern
9 sts & 8.75 rows equal to 2″ with 4mm crochet hook in sc blo
Raglan Top Construction
The pullover is worked in one piece from the top down in the round. Once the yoke is completed, continue working the body in the round. Join back to the underarm and work each sleeve in the round, finishing with a join-as-you-go cuff. The pattern is written for the smallest size, with larger sizes in parentheses ( ). If there is only 1 number, it applies to all sizes. Step by step video tutorial is provided on our YouTube channel for the 0-3mth size. Classic fit with approximately 2″ of ease. The pattern is written for a hip-length pullover.
Top-Down Crochet Raglan Sweater – Mini Pop Pullover
FAQ & Terms
This pattern requires an intermediate skill level.
This pattern is professionally written in technical writing and tech edited for accuracy. You need to be familiar with technical repeats.
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0-3 (6-12, 18-24, 2-4, 6, 8, 10, 12)
Notes
The pullover is worked from the top down in the round. The collar is completed first by working in rows. It is then slip-stitched together, and the pullover begins by working around the collar’s edge.
Work the pullover in rounds until the required size is reached. The pattern is written for the smallest size, with the larger sizes in parentheses ( ). If there is only 1 number, it applies to all sizes—a step-by-step video tutorial is provided on YouTube for the 0-3mth size.
Collar
Row 1 (WS):
With the smaller hook, ch 6 (6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 11) 1 sc in the 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each ch across, turn—5 (5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10) sts.
Row 2 (RS):
Ch 1 (not included as a st here and throughout), 1 sc in the blo of each st across, turn—5 (5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10) sts.
Rows 3- 48 (56, 64, 72, 80, 88, 96, 104):
Rep Row 2. After the final Row, ch 1, fold collar RS facing and sl st together (work through the blo). Flip the collar so that the seam is to the inside.
Yoke
Setup Round:
Ch 1, work sc sts evenly around the collar ( 1 st/row), sl st in the first sc to join—48 (56, 64, 72, 80, 88, 96, 104) sts. Change to the larger hook.
Round 1:
With the larger hook (optional change colour), ch 3 (counts as 1 dc, ch 1), work 1 dc in the same st, (V st made), *Ch 1, sk st, 1 dc in the next 3 sts; rep from * [1 (1, 2, 2, 3, 3, 4, 4) more times] (right sleeve), ch 1, sk st, 1 V st in the next st, *Ch 1, sk st, 1 dc in the next 3 sts; rep from * [2 (3, 3, 4, 4, 5, 5, 6) more times] (front), ch 1, sk st, 1 V st in the next st, *Ch 1, sk st, 1 dc in the next 3 sts; rep from * [1 (1, 2, 2, 3, 3, 4, 4) more times] (left sleeve), ch 1, sk st, 1 V st in the next st, *Ch 1, sk st, 1 dc in the next 3 sts; rep from * [2 (3, 3, 4, 4, 5, 5, 6) more times] (back), ch 1, sk st, sl st in the V st to join—10 (12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24) 3-dc clusters plus 4 V sts.
Increase pattern begins – Continue increasing the yoke for the size you are working on.
Round 2:
Ch 3, work 1 dc in ch-1 sp (V st made), *ch 1, 3 dc in ch-1 sp; rep from * to V st (right sleeve), ch 1, in V work 1 V st, *ch 1, 3 dc in ch-1 sp; rep from * to V st (front), ch 1, in V work 1 V st, *ch 1, 3 dc in ch-1 sp; rep from * to V st (left sleeve), ch 1, in V work 1 V st, *ch 1, 3 dc in ch-1 sp; rep from * to V st (back), ch 1, sl st in the V st to join—14 (16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28) 3-dc clusters plus 4 V sts.
Rounds 3-7 (7, 8, 9, 10, 10, 11, 11):
Rep Round 2, increasing each section (sleeve, front, sleeve, back) by 1 dc cluster each round. Ending with—34 (36, 42, 48, 54, 56, 62, 64) 3-dc clusters plus 4 V sts.
Separate Body and Sleeves
Body
Round 1:
Skip over the right sleeve section to the next V st, sl st in the V, sl st in the first ch 1 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in ch-1 sp, *ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp; rep from * across the front to the next V st, ch 1, sk V st, sk over the left sleeve section to the next V st, sk V st, in the next ch 1-sp work 3 dc, *ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp; rep from * across the back, ch 1, sl st in ch 3 to join—20 (22, 24, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36) 3-dc clusters.
Round 2:
Sl st across to the first ch-1 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in the first ch-1 sp, *ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp; rep from * around, ch 1, sl st in ch 3 to join—20 (22, 24, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36) 3-dc clusters.
Rounds 3-7 (10, 12, 14, 17, 20, 23, 26):
Rep Round 2. Crochet to the desired length.
Round 8 (11, 13, 15, 18, 21, 24, 27):
Ch 1, work 1 sc in each dc st around. If you prefer more ease around the band, work a sc in the dc’s and ch-1 sps—60 (66, 72, 84, 90, 96, 102, 108) sts.
Band
The band is joined as you go to the body edge. * Join to the side of the sweater if you prefer the seam to the side.
Row 1:
With the smaller hook, ch 6 (6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 11), 1 sc in the 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, sk first st at the body edge, sl st in the next 2 sts (body edge), turn—5 (5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10) sts.
Row 2:
Sk sl sts, 1 sc in the blo of each st across, turn—5 (5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10) sts.
Row 3:
Ch 1, work 1 sc in the blo of each st across, sl st in next 2 sts (body edge), turn—5 (5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10) sts.
Rows 4-60 (66, 72, 84, 90, 96, 102, 108):
Rep Row 2 & 3 ending on Row 2. In the last Row, ch 1, with RS facing sl st band together, fasten off and weave in ends.
Sleeves
Left Sleeve
Round 1:
Put a slip knot on the larger hook; at the underarm, work a sl st in the first V st, sl st in the next V st, sl st in the next ch-1 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in ch-1 sp, *ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp; rep from *around, ch 1, sl st in ch 3 to join—9 (9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 16) 3-dc clusters.
Round 2:
Sl st across to the first ch-1 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in the first ch-1 sp, *ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp; rep from * around, ch 1, sl st in ch 3 to join—9 (9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 16) 3-dc clusters.
Rounds 3-7 (9, 11, 13, 15, 19, 21, 23):
Rep Round 2. Crochet the sleeves to the desired length. The band will add an additional 1-2″ to the sleeve length.
Round 8 (10, 12, 14, 16, 20, 22, 24):
Ch 1, work 1 sc in the 2nd dc of the 3 dc cluster, work 1 sc in each ch-1 sp and the 2nd dc of the 3 dc cluster around, sl st in the first sc to join—18 (18, 22, 24,26, 28, 32) sts.
Cuff
The cuff is joined as you go to the sleeve edge.
Row 1:
With the smaller hook, ch 6 (6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 11), 1 sc in the 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, sk first st at the sleeve edge, sl st in the next 2 sts (sleeve edge), turn—5 (5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10) sts.
Row 2:
Sk sl sts, 1 sc in the blo of each st across, turn—5 (5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10) sts.
Row 3:
Ch 1, work 1 sc in the blo of each st across, sl st in next 2 sts (sleeve edge), turn—5 (5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10) sts.
Rows 4-18 (18, 22, 24,26, 28, 32):
Rep Row 2 & 3 ending on Row 2. Last Row, ch 1, with RS facing sl st cuff together, fasten off and weave in ends.
Right Sleeve
Round 1 (RS):
Put a slip knot on the larger hook at the underarm to the left, sl st in the first ch-1 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in ch-1 sp, *ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp; rep from *around, ch 1, sl st in ch 3 to join—9 (9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 16) 3-dc clusters.
Follow the same instructions for Left Sleeve.
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This pattern is designed by Michelle Moore of MJ’s Off The Hook Designs Inc., based in Lakefield, Ontario, Canada. Your go-to source for modern, easy crochet patterns. Published on May 8th, 2023.
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