This finely designed piece captivates with its intricate stitching and soft texture, making it an ideal addition to any newborn's wardrobe. The snuggle sack features delicate patterns that intertwine, creating a visual appeal that is both timeless and contemporary. Its snug-fitting form and warm, cozy structure offer maximum comfort for your little one, ensuring they feel secure and loved.
The careful selection of high-quality yarn not only enhances its appearance but also provides a gentle touch against sensitive skin. Available in a range of soothing colors, this pattern is perfect for any baby, adding a touch of charm to both everyday use and special occasions.
Tip:
Always check the tension of your work to ensure a perfect fit for your baby.
Step by Step Instructions for Crochet Baby Bunting/Snuggle Sack Pattern
Introduction
This project outlines how to make a cuddly baby bunting/snuggle sack suitable for newborns up to three months old. The finished product has a 22-inch circumference and is 17.5 inches long. You can easily adjust the length by adding more rows.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Premier Puzzle yarn (Bulky 5, 100% acrylic)
- Color: Cat's Cradle
- Specification: 328 yards (300 meters), 7-ounce skein
- Additional Yarn for Collar Edge: Bernat Pipsqueak (Bulky 5, 100% polyester)
- Color: Vanilla
- Specification: 101 yards
- Crochet Hook: 6.0 mm (J)
- Tools:
- Scissors
- Yarn needle (two sizes: one for regular yarn and one for Pipsqueak yarn)
- Stitch markers (at least one needed)
Stitch Gauge
- 3 single crochets (sc) per inch
- 3 rows of single crochet per inch
Instructions
Creating the Base
- Chain 2.
- Round 1: Put 6 single crochets (sc) into the first chain.
- Round 2: Place 2 sc in each stitch around (12 stitches total).
- Round 3: 1 sc in each stitch around (12 stitches total).
- Round 4: 2 sc in each stitch around (24 stitches total).
Increasing Rounds
- Round 5:
- 1 sc in the first stitch, mark it with a stitch marker
- 2 sc in the next, continue the 1 sc, 2 sc pattern all the way around (36 stitches total).
- Round 6: 1 sc in each stitch around (36 stitches total).
- Round 7:
- 1 sc in the first two stitches, mark the first stitch
- 2 sc in the third stitch, continue the 1 sc (for two stitches), 2 sc pattern all the way around (48 stitches total).
- Round 8: 1 sc in each stitch around (48 stitches total).
Continuing the Pattern
- Round 9:
- 1 sc in the first three stitches, mark the first stitch
- 2 sc in the fourth stitch, continue the 1 sc (for three stitches), 2 sc pattern all the way around (60 stitches total).
- Round 10: 1 sc in each stitch around (60 stitches total).
- Round 11:
- 1 sc in the first four stitches, mark the first stitch
- 2 sc in the fifth stitch, continue the 1 sc (for four stitches), 2 sc pattern all the way around (72 stitches total).
- Rounds 12-47: 1 sc in each stitch around, maintaining 72 stitches in each round.
Creating the Collar
- Round 48:
- Sc in the first stitch, mark it
- Sc in the next 70 stitches, leaving the last 2 stitches unworked.
- Rows 49-59:
- Chain 1, turn, and sc across the row for a total of 70 stitches in each row.
Finishing Touches
- Round 60:
- Attach Bernat Pipsqueak yarn to the first stitch of the last row using a slip stitch
- Chain 1, place 2 sc in the same stitch, sc across the row
- Place 3 sc in the corner stitch, then sc along the ends of the rows.
- Final Rounds:
- Continue sc in each stitch around, placing 2 sc in the last stitch
- Slip stitch to join and repeat the round if desired.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you will create a beautiful and cozy baby bunting/snuggle sack. The combination of bulky acrylic yarn and soft polyester yarn around the collar ensures maximum comfort for your little one. For best results, ensure you consistently check the tension of your stitches.
