Here is a detailed, step-by-step guide to crocheting a cute and cozy “Raincoat” Baby Hoodie ☔🧥

This design is inspired by a classic raincoat look — slightly A-line shape, hood, front buttons (or zipper), and optional little pockets. It’s perfect for layering in cool or damp weather.

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☔ How to Crochet a “Raincoat” Baby Hoodie

🧶 Materials

• Yarn: DK or Worsted weight (soft acrylic, cotton blend, or lightweight wool)
  Approx. 600–900 yards depending on size

• Hook:

  • 4.0 mm (G/6) for DK

  • 5.0 mm (H/8) for worsted

• Stitch markers (4 minimum)

• Yarn needle

• Scissors

• 4–6 buttons or a zipper

• Optional: drawstring cord

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📏 Suggested Sizes

• 0–3 months

• 3–6 months

• 6–12 months

• 1–2 years

(Adjust stitch counts based on chest measurement and gauge.)

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🪡 Construction Overview

This hoodie is worked:

1. Top-down from neckline

2. Raglan increases for shaping

3. Separate sleeves

4. Slight flare for raincoat look

5. Add hood

6. Add sleeves

7. Add button band or zipper

8. Optional pockets

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🧵 Step 1: Foundation Chain (Neckline)

Example (3–6 months):

Chain 60

Row 1:
dc in 3rd chain from hook
dc across

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📌 Divide for Raglan Sections

Example division:

• 9 stitches (front)

• 2 stitches (raglan)

• 14 stitches (sleeve)

• 2 stitches (raglan)

• 18 stitches (back)

• 2 stitches (raglan)

• 14 stitches (sleeve)

• 2 stitches (raglan)

• 9 stitches (front)

Place stitch markers at raglan sections.

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🪡 Step 2: Raglan Increases (Yoke)

On each right-side row:

• dc to marker

• (dc, ch 1, dc) in raglan stitch

• repeat at each raglan

Turn and repeat.

Continue until yoke depth measures:

• 4–5 inches (baby sizes)

• 5–6 inches (toddler sizes)

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🪡 Step 3: Separate Sleeves

When yoke is deep enough:

• dc across first front

• Skip sleeve stitches

• Chain 2–4 for underarm

• dc across back

• Skip second sleeve

• Chain 2–4

• dc across final front

Now you are working body only.

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🪡 Step 4: Create the “Raincoat” Shape (A-Line Body)

To get the classic raincoat flare:

Increase gently every 2–3 rows:

Option 1 (Mild flare):
2 dc in every 6th stitch

Option 2 (More flare):
2 dc in every 4th stitch

Continue until coat reaches mid-thigh or desired length.

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🪡 Step 5: Texture for Raincoat Look

For a smooth “coat” appearance:

• Work rows of hdc or dc for clean finish.

Optional light texture:

• Row 1: hdc

• Row 2: hdc in back loop only

• Repeat for subtle ribbed texture.

Avoid heavy cables — raincoat style looks better sleek and simple.

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🪡 Step 6: Sleeves

Attach yarn at underarm.

Work in rounds:

• dc or hdc evenly around

Decrease every 4–5 rows if needed.

Finish with:

• 4 rows of FPdc/BPdc ribbing
  OR

• sc cuff

Repeat for second sleeve.

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🪡 Step 7: Add the Hood

Attach yarn at neckline.

Work back and forth in rows across entire neckline.

• Row 1: dc across

• Continue until hood measures enough to fold over top of baby’s head.

Fold hood in half and seam the top closed.

Optional:

• Add small visor by working 1–2 short rows at front edge.

• Add drawstring cord through neckline row.

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🪡 Step 8: Button Band or Zipper

Attach yarn to front edge.

Work 4–6 rows of sc or hdc evenly up one side, around hood edge, and down other side.

On one side:
Create buttonholes:

• ch 1–2

• skip same number of stitches

Sew buttons opposite holes.

OR

Sew zipper carefully using yarn needle and matching thread.

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🪡 Optional: Add Pockets

Small Patch Pocket:

1. Chain 12–16

2. Work dc rows until square

3. Sew onto lower front panels

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🎨 Color Ideas for “Raincoat” Style

Classic raincoat colors:

• Mustard yellow ☔

• Bright red

• Teal

• Navy

• Olive green

Add contrasting lining color for hood for extra style.

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📐 Size Adjustment Formula

1. Measure chest circumference.

2. Multiply by stitch gauge.

3. Add 2–3 inches ease for layering.

4. Divide into:

   • 2 fronts

   • 2 sleeves

   • 1 back

   • 4 raglan stitches

Always check gauge before starting.

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🧡 Yarn Tips

Best yarn choices:

• Cotton blend (lightweight feel)

• Acrylic (easy wash)

• Superwash merino (soft + warm)

Avoid bulky yarn for small babies — coat becomes stiff.

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🌟 Professional Finish Tips

• Keep tension consistent.

• Use stitch markers for raglan accuracy.

• Block lightly for even shape.

• Reinforce buttons securely.

• Add small inside tie for extra security.

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If you’d like, I can:

• Write a full stitch-count pattern for a specific size

• Create a hooded raincoat with lining effect

• Make a beginner simplified version

• Provide a print-ready PDF-style layout

Just tell me the size you’d like 😊

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