Below is a clear, detailed, and beginner-friendly guide on how to crochet a pullover for boys. I’ll walk you through materials, measurements, stitch patterns, construction, and assembly.

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🧶 How to Crochet a Pullover for Boys (Step-by-Step Guide)

Crocheting a boy’s pullover is easier than it seems! Most beginner-friendly sweaters are made in flat panels that are sewn together. You can customize the size, color, yarn weight, and style.

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✅ 1. Materials Needed

Yarn:

• Worsted weight (Medium #4) acrylic or wool-blend

• Approx. 600–900 yards depending on size (2–6 years)

Hook:

• 5.0 mm (H-8) or size needed to obtain gauge

Other Supplies:

• Yarn needle

• Scissors

• Stitch markers

• Measuring tape

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📏 2. Measurement Guide (General Kids Sizes)

(Add extra width if you want a loose, cozy fit.)

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🧵 3. Gauge (Very Important!)

• 14 stitches × 16 rows = 4 inches using half double crochet (HDC)

Make a 4×4″ swatch and adjust your hook if needed.

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🧱 4. Construction Method

This pattern uses four flat panels:

1. Front Panel

2. Back Panel

3. Two Sleeves

4. Optional ribbed bottom, cuffs, and neckline

Panels are sewn together along shoulders and sides.

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🪡 5. Step-by-Step Instructions

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A. Back Panel

1. Chain the foundation:

   • Chain enough stitches to reach your desired width
     (Example: For a 4–5-year-old: ch 48)

2. Rows 1–desired length:

   • Row 1: HDC in 2nd ch from hook, HDC across. Turn.

   • Row 2–until length is reached:
     Ch 1, HDC across.

3. Stop when the piece measures:

   • Example: 16″ long for a 4–5-year-old.

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B. Front Panel (with neck shaping)

1. Work same as back until you reach 2 inches before final length.

2. Divide for neckline:

   • Find center stitches and mark.

   • Work one shoulder at a time.

Left Shoulder:

• HDC to center marker, turn.

• Continue for 3–4 rows to shape neckline.

Right Shoulder:

• Rejoin yarn at the opposite side.

• HDC to edge for same number of rows.

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C. Sleeves

1. Start at wrist width:

   • Chain approx. 26–32 (depending on age).

2. Increase to shape the sleeve:

   • Row 1: HDC across.

   • Every 6 rows, increase 1 stitch on both ends for a slightly tapered shape.

3. Work until the sleeve length is reached:

   • 11–14″ depending on size.

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🧵 6. Assembly

1. Join Shoulders:

   • Lay front and back panels together.

   • Sew shoulders using whip stitch or slip stitch.

2. Attach Sleeves:

   • Find midpoint of sleeve top.

   • Align with shoulder seam.

   • Sew sleeve around the armhole.

3. Sew Side & Sleeve Seams:

   • Fold sweater.

   • Sew from sleeve cuff to armpit, then down the side of the body.

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🧶 7. Adding Ribbing (Optional but Recommended)

Bottom Hem:

• Attach yarn to the bottom edge.

• Work single crochet or front/back post double crochet ribbing for 4–6 rows.

Sleeve Cuffs:

• Same stitch pattern for 3–5 rows.

Neckline:

• Attach yarn around neckline.

• Single crochet 1–2 rounds OR rib for a thicker collar.

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🎨 8. Customization Ideas

• Add stripes (change color every 4–6 rows)

• Use textured stitches (e.g., waffle stitch, moss stitch)

• Add a chest pocket

• Use contrasting colors for cuffs and neckline

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🧼 9. Care Instructions

• Machine wash gentle (if using acrylic)

• Lay flat to dry

• Avoid high heat to maintain shape

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🏁 10. Beginner Tips

• Keep your tension consistent.

• Use stitch markers for sleeves and neckline.

• Always measure the child or compare to a well-fitting sweater.

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If you want, I can also provide:

✅ A written full pattern in one size
✅ A multi-size chart pattern (ages 2–12)
✅ A diagram / schematic
✅ A video-style step list
Just tell me what you prefer!

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