{"id":2553,"date":"2025-12-10T14:24:51","date_gmt":"2025-12-10T14:24:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/?p=2553"},"modified":"2025-12-10T14:24:51","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T14:24:51","slug":"how-to-crochet-boys-jacket-cardigan-with-a-collar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/?p=2553","title":{"rendered":"How to crochet boys jacket \/ cardigan with a collar"},"content":{"rendered":"

Absolutely! I can provide a detailed, step-by-step guide<\/strong> on how to crochet a boys\u2019 jacket or cardigan with a collar. I\u2019ll include materials, measurements, stitch suggestions, and construction tips<\/strong>. I\u2019ll focus on a classic button-up cardigan style<\/strong>, suitable for beginners to intermediate crocheters.<\/p>\n

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Materials Needed<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    Yarn<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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      Medium weight (worsted, #4) yarn is ideal.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Choose a soft, washable yarn suitable for children.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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      Crochet Hook<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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        Typically 4.0 mm (G) or 4.5 mm (7) depending on yarn and tension.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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        Buttons<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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          3\u20135 buttons depending on jacket size.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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          Notions<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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            Yarn needle for weaving in ends<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Stitch markers (optional)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Tape measure<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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            Measurements & Sizes (approx.)<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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            Size<\/th>\nChest (in)<\/th>\nLength (in)<\/th>\nSleeve Length (in)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
            1\u20132 yrs<\/td>\n20″<\/td>\n12″<\/td>\n8″<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            2\u20133 yrs<\/td>\n22″<\/td>\n13″<\/td>\n9″<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            3\u20134 yrs<\/td>\n24″<\/td>\n14″<\/td>\n10″<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            4\u20135 yrs<\/td>\n26″<\/td>\n15″<\/td>\n11″<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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            Adjust width\/length by increasing\/decreasing chain foundation and rows.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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            Stitches Used<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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              Ch<\/strong> \u2013 chain<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Sc<\/strong> \u2013 single crochet<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Hdc<\/strong> \u2013 half double crochet<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Dc<\/strong> \u2013 double crochet<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Sl st<\/strong> \u2013 slip stitch<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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              You can choose HDC for a denser, warmer jacket or DC for a lighter cardigan.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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              Step 1: Back Panel<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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                Foundation Chain<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                  Chain to match the width of the back.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  Example: For size 2-3 yrs, chain 50.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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                  Row 1<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                    HDC in 2nd chain from hook and across.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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                    Subsequent Rows<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                      Continue HDC until the piece measures the desired length (e.g., 13″ for 2\u20133 yrs).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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                      Optional<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                        Add ribbing at the bottom by doing front post HDC \/ back post HDC<\/em> for 2\u20133 rows.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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                        Step 2: Front Panels<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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                          You will make 2 panels<\/strong>, left and right.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                            Foundation Chain<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                              Half the width of back + 1 for button overlap.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                              Example: 25 chains for 2\u20133 yrs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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                              Rows<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                                HDC across to match back panel length.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                Shape neck by gradually decreasing stitches at the top row (e.g., decrease 1 stitch every other row for 4 rows).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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                                Button Band<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                                  Add 5\u20136 stitches along the front edge for buttons.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                  Use SC or HDC to make a firm band.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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                                  Step 3: Sleeves<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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                                    Foundation Chain<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                                      Chain equal to the width of sleeve at wrist.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                      Example: 20 chains for size 2\u20133 yrs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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                                      Rows<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                                        HDC across, increasing 1 stitch each end every 3\u20134 rows until reaching armhole width.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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                                        Length<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                                          Continue until desired sleeve length.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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                                          Optional Cuffs<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                                            Ribbing with front\/back post HDC for 2\u20133 rows.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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                                            Step 4: Collar<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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                                              Pick Up Stitches<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                                                Pick up stitches along the neckline of front panels and back.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                Collar Rows<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                                                  HDC in each stitch around.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                  Optional: For a pointed collar, shape by decreasing stitches at the ends of front panels.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                  Finish<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                                                    Continue collar until desired width (typically 1\u20132 inches).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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                                                    Step 5: Assembly<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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                                                      Shoulder Seams<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                                                        Sew front panels to back at shoulders using slip stitch or whip stitch.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                        Attach Sleeves<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                                                          Sew sleeves to armholes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                          Side & Sleeve Seams<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                                                            Sew sides and underside of sleeves.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                            Attach Buttons<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                                                              Sew buttons on right front band and make corresponding buttonholes on left.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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                                                              Tips for a Professional Finish<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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                                                                Blocking<\/strong>: Lightly block pieces before assembly for neat edges.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                                Consistent Tension<\/strong>: Keeps front and back panel sizes even.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                                Ribbing<\/strong>: Front band and cuffs look neat with front\/back post stitches<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                                Yarn Choice<\/strong>: Choose washable yarn for children.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                                                                This will result in a cozy, wearable boys\u2019 cardigan with a collar<\/strong>, suitable for casual or semi-formal wear.<\/p>\n

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                                                                If you want, I can draw a clear crochet diagram with measurements and stitch placement<\/strong> for this jacket, so you can follow it visually\u2014it\u2019s much easier than reading just text.<\/p>\n

                                                                Do you want me to make that diagram?<\/p>\n

                                                                Watch tutorial:<\/p>\n