{"id":2458,"date":"2025-12-08T13:47:07","date_gmt":"2025-12-08T13:47:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/?p=2458"},"modified":"2025-12-08T13:47:07","modified_gmt":"2025-12-08T13:47:07","slug":"%e2%9d%84%ef%b8%8f-crochet-girls-coat-snowdrop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/?p=2458","title":{"rendered":"❄️ Crochet Girls Coat \u2013 \u201cSnowdrop\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"

Below is a detailed, step-by-step guide<\/strong> for making a crocheted girls\u2019 coat called \u201cSnowdrop.\u201d<\/strong>
This is written as a general pattern plus instructions<\/strong>, suitable for intermediate crocheters. You can adjust the coat for sizes 2T\u20138 years<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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❄️ Crochet Girls Coat \u2013 \u201cSnowdrop\u201d<\/em><\/h1>\n

A soft, elegant coat inspired by the delicate snowdrop flower\u2014light, textured, and perfect for spring or cool evenings.<\/p>\n

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⭐ Materials<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Yarn<\/h3>\n
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    DK (Light #3) weight yarn<\/strong> \u2013 450\u2013900 yards depending on size
    (Choose soft acrylic or a wool-blend for drape.)
    Colors: Snow white<\/em>, soft cream<\/em>, or pale mint<\/em> for a \u201csnowdrop\u201d look.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Hook<\/h3>\n
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      4.0 mm (G)<\/strong> crochet hook (or size needed to meet gauge)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Notions<\/h3>\n
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        4\u20136 decorative buttons<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Yarn needle<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Stitch markers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Scissors<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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        ⭐ Gauge<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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          16 hdc \u00d7 12 rows = 4 in (10 cm)<\/strong> with 4.0 mm hook
          (This keeps the fabric drapey but warm.)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          🌸 Construction Overview<\/strong><\/h1>\n

          The \u201cSnowdrop\u201d coat is made top-down, yoke first<\/strong>, then the body is worked, followed by sleeves.
          The skirt section uses a gentle shell-lace repeat<\/strong> reminiscent of little snowdrop petals.<\/p>\n

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          🧵 Abbreviations<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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            ch = chain<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            sc = single crochet<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            hdc = half-double crochet<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            dc = double crochet<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            sl st = slip stitch<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            st(s) = stitch(es)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            inc = increase (2 stitches in same stitch)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            sk = skip<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            rep = repeat<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Shell<\/strong> = (dc, ch1, dc) in same st<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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            🧒 Sizing (approx chest measurement)<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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            Size<\/th>\nChest<\/th>\nStarting Chain<\/th>\nYoke depth<\/th>\nFinished length<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
            2\u20133T<\/td>\n20\u201321″<\/td>\nch 60<\/td>\n4.5″<\/td>\n14\u201315″<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            4\u20135<\/td>\n22\u201324″<\/td>\nch 66<\/td>\n5″<\/td>\n16″<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            6\u20137<\/td>\n25\u201326″<\/td>\nch 72<\/td>\n5.5″<\/td>\n18″<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            8 yrs<\/td>\n27\u201328″<\/td>\nch 78<\/td>\n6″<\/td>\n20″<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

            (You can increase or decrease in multiples of 6<\/strong>.)<\/p>\n

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            ❄️ STEP-BY-STEP PATTERN<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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            1️⃣ YOKE<\/strong><\/h1>\n

            Foundation Row<\/h3>\n
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              Ch starting chain<\/strong> for size.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Row 1: hdc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Turn.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Yoke Rows (Raglan Style)<\/h3>\n

              You will place 4 markers<\/strong> to form 4 raglan lines.<\/p>\n

              Row 2:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                Ch1, hdc in first st, hdc to marker, (hdc, ch1, hdc) in marked st<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                Repeat across all 4 raglan points.
                Turn.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Rows 3\u2013? (until yoke reaches depth)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                  Ch1, hdc in each st, working (hdc, ch1, hdc)<\/em> in each raglan ch-1 space.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  You should now have four \u201cdiagonal lines\u201d expanding the coat.<\/p>\n

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                  2️⃣ SEPARATE FOR SLEEVES<\/strong><\/h1>\n

                  When yoke depth is complete:<\/p>\n

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                    Hdc up to first raglan.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                    Skip all sleeve stitches<\/strong>, ch 6\u201310<\/strong> (underarm chain).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                    Continue hdc across back until next raglan.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                    Skip sleeve, ch same number, hdc to end.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    This forms the armholes.<\/p>\n

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                    3️⃣ COAT BODY \u2014 \u201cSnowdrop Lace Skirt\u201d<\/strong><\/h1>\n

                    Switch to a more open, drapey pattern.<\/p>\n

                    Row 1 (setup)<\/h3>\n
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                      Ch3 (counts as dc), dc in next st, sk 1, shell in next st, sk 1, dc in next 2 sts<\/em>.
                      Repeat. End with dc.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      Row 2<\/h3>\n
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                        Ch3, dc in same st, shell in ch-1 space of previous shell, dc in each dc pair<\/em>.
                        Repeat.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        Row 3+<\/h3>\n

                        Repeat Row 2 until you reach the desired coat length.<\/p>\n

                        For a fuller skirt, increase shells every 3\u20134 rows by adding 1 extra dc<\/strong> at each side of the shell.<\/p>\n

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                        4️⃣ SLEEVES<\/strong><\/h1>\n

                        Join yarn at underarm.<\/p>\n

                        Row 1<\/h3>\n
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                          Hdc evenly around the armhole.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          Rows 2\u201310 (or desired sleeve length)<\/h3>\n
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                            Hdc around.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                            Optional: Decrease 2 stitches every 3rd row<\/strong> for tapered sleeves.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            Cuff \u201cSnowdrop Shell\u201d<\/h3>\n
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                              Ch1, shell in every 3rd stitch<\/em> around.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                              Sl st to join, fasten off.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                              5️⃣ FRONT BANDS & BUTTONS<\/strong><\/h1>\n

                              Right front band<\/h3>\n
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                                Attach yarn at bottom front.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                Work sc evenly up front edge<\/strong>, around neckline, down the other side.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                Left band (buttonholes)<\/h3>\n

                                On the second pass:<\/p>\n

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                                  Work sc, placing buttonholes spaced 2\u20132.5″ apart:
                                  (sc, ch2, sk2, sc)<\/strong> for each.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                  Work one final row of sc around the entire opening.<\/p>\n

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                                  6️⃣ HOOD (Optional)<\/strong><\/h1>\n

                                  If you want a snowdrop-petal shaped hood:<\/p>\n

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                                    Pick up stitches evenly along neckline.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                    Work in hdc for 6\u20137 inches.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                    Fold in half and seam top closed.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                    Add a shell border matching the hem.<\/p>\n

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                                    7️⃣ FINAL TOUCHES<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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                                      Sew on buttons.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                      Weave in ends.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                      Add a cute flower appliqu\u00e9 at the chest or pockets, if desired.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                      Lightly block the coat to smooth the lace work.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                                      ❄️ Tips for a True \u201cSnowdrop\u201d Look<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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                                        Use a slightly fluffy DK yarn.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                        Add a gentle flare to the skirt by increasing shells every few rows.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                        Use pearl, wooden, or crochet-covered buttons.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                        Work all shells loosely for drape.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                                        💬 If you want, I can also provide:<\/h1>\n

                                        ✅ A printable PDF
                                        ✅ Step-by-step photo guide
                                        ✅ A video-style breakdown
                                        ✅ Adjusted pattern for your exact child\u2019s measurements
                                        ✅ A matching Snowdrop hat or booties pattern<\/p>\n

                                        Would you like any of these?<\/p>\n

                                        Watch tutorial:<\/p>\n