Create a timeless wardrobe staple with the Crochet Classic Hoodie Pattern. This stylish hoodie is perfect for all seasons and includes sizes from XS to 3XL. Using cozy category 4 yarn and a 5.5 mm hook, you'll learn to craft the back and front panels, sleeves, and a handy front pocket. The crochet winter accessory pattern shines with elegant front loop half double crochets, ensuring a neat texture and snug fit. The step-by-step instructions make it accessible for beginners, resulting in a versatile, handmade piece you'll love wearing.

Classic Crochet Hoodie Pattern

Materials Needed

• Category 4 yarn
• 5.5 mm (I-9) crochet hook
• Tapestry needle for seaming and weaving in ends
• Scissors

Step by step Guide

• The pattern includes sizes from X-Small to 3X-Large. Adjust accordingly.
• Stitch abbreviations:
  • ch: chain
  • st: stitch
  • sl st: slip stitch
  • hdc: half double crochet
  • FLO: front loop only
  • BLO: back loop only

Back Panel

1. Foundation Chain:
   • Make a slip knot.
   • Chain 65.
2. Row 1:
   • Skip the first chain.
   • In the second chain from the hook, work a hdc.
   • Continue with hdc in each chain across.
   • (64 hdc)
3. Row 2:
   • Ch 1 (this does not count as a stitch).
   • Turn your work.
   • Skip the first stitch.
   • Work a FLO hdc in each stitch across.
   • (64 FLO hdc)
4. Rows 3-50:
   • Repeat Row 2 until you have 50 rows in total.
   • Fasten off and set aside.

Front Panel

1. Foundation Chain:
   • Chain 65.
2. Rows 1-42:
   • Repeat the instructions for the back panel for a total of 42 rows.
3. First Shoulder Strap:
   • Continue from the last stitch of Row 42.
   • Ch 1, turn.
   • Work 21 FLO hdc across.
   • Dec one stitch by working a hdc decrease over the next 2 stitches.
   • (23 sts)
4. Rows 2-8 for First Shoulder Strap:
   • Continue decreasing at the start of each row.
   • Work 21 FLO hdc, then work a hdc decrease over the last 2 stitches.
5. Second Shoulder Strap:
   • Create a slip knot and join with a sl st to the 19th stitch from the opposite edge.
   • Ch 1, turn.
   • Repeat the decrease pattern of the first shoulder strap for 8 rows.

Sleeves (Make 2)

1. Foundation Chain:
   • Chain 69.
2. Row 1:
   • Skip the first chain.
   • Work 8 slip stitches across.
   • Work hdc in each remaining chain until the end.
3. Row 2:
   • Ch 1, turn.
   • Work a FLO hdc until you have 8 stitches at the end remaining.
   • Work 7 BLO slip stitches, then 1 regular slip stitch in the last stitch.
4. Row 3:
   • Ch 1, turn.
   • Work 1 regular slip stitch.
   • Work 7 BLO slip stitches.
   • Work FLO hdc across until the end of the row.
5. Rows 4-26:
   • Repeat Rows 2 and 3 alternately until you have a total of 26 rows.
   • Fasten off, leaving a long tail for seaming.

Assembly

1. Seaming Sleeves:
   • Fold each sleeve in half and whip stitch from the cuff to the underarm.
   • Attach each sleeve to the armhole with whip stitch.
2. Seaming Panels:
   • Place front and back panels together.
   • Whip stitch together at the shoulder seams.
   • Seam the sides starting from the bottom edge, leaving 6.5 inches at the top for the armholes.

Hood

1. Foundation Row:
   • Find the center 18 stitches of the neckline.
   • Work 2 single crochets per each side row, and 1 single crochet in each regular stitch around the neckline.
2. Row 1-22:
   • Ch 1, turn.
   • Work FLO hdc in each stitch around.
   • (Repeat until you have 22 rows.)
3. Seaming the Hood:
   • Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
   • Fold the hood in half and whip stitch along the top edge.

Bottom Border

1. Foundation Chain:
   • Make a slip knot.
   • Insert your hook at the seam of the bodice.
   • Chain 9.
2. Row 1:
   • Turn, starting from the second chain, work a slip stitch in each chain across.
   • Sl st into the next 2 stitches on the side of the bodice.
3. Row 2-3:
   • Ch 1, turn.
   • Work BLO slip stitches across.
4. Repeat Row 2 and 3:
   • Until you complete the bottom edge.
   • Fasten off, leaving a tail for seaming.
   • Whip stitch the bottom border seam.

Front Pocket

1. Foundation Chain:
   • Chain 35.
2. Row 1-12:
   • Work FLO hdc in each stitch across.
   • (12 Rows decreasing every other row).
3. Attaching the Pocket:
   • Position the pocket on the front panel.
   • Whip stitch the edges of the pocket to the panel.

Finishing Touches

• Weave in all ends.

That's the complete, detailed, step-by-step pattern for the classic crochet hoodie. Happy crocheting!