{"id":3043,"date":"2026-03-02T07:36:04","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T07:36:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/?p=3043"},"modified":"2026-03-02T07:44:21","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T07:44:21","slug":"%e2%98%94-how-to-crochet-a-raincoat-baby-hoodie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/?p=3043","title":{"rendered":"☔ How to Crochet a \u201cRaincoat\u201d Baby Hoodie"},"content":{"rendered":"

Here is a detailed, step-by-step guide<\/strong> to crocheting a cute and cozy \u201cRaincoat\u201d Baby Hoodie<\/strong> ☔🧥<\/p>\n

This design is inspired by a classic raincoat look \u2014 slightly A-line shape, hood, front buttons (or zipper), and optional little pockets. It\u2019s perfect for layering in cool or damp weather.<\/p>\n

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☔ How to Crochet a \u201cRaincoat\u201d Baby Hoodie<\/h1>\n

🧶 Materials<\/h2>\n
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    Yarn:<\/strong> DK or Worsted weight (soft acrylic, cotton blend, or lightweight wool)
    Approx. 600\u2013900 yards depending on size<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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

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      4.0 mm (G\/6) for DK<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      5.0 mm (H\/8) for worsted<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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      Stitch markers (4 minimum)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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

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

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      4\u20136 buttons or a zipper<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Optional: drawstring cord<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      📏 Suggested Sizes<\/h2>\n
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        0\u20133 months<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        3\u20136 months<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        6\u201312 months<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        1\u20132 years<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        (Adjust stitch counts based on chest measurement and gauge.)<\/p>\n

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        🪡 Construction Overview<\/h1>\n

        This hoodie is worked:<\/p>\n

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          Top-down from neckline<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Raglan increases for shaping<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Separate sleeves<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Slight flare for raincoat look<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Add hood<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Add sleeves<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Add button band or zipper<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Optional pockets<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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          🧵 Step 1: Foundation Chain (Neckline)<\/h1>\n

          Example (3\u20136 months):<\/p>\n

          Chain 60<\/p>\n

          Row 1:
          dc in 3rd chain from hook
          dc across<\/p>\n

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          📌 Divide for Raglan Sections<\/h2>\n

          Example division:<\/p>\n

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            9 stitches (front)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            2 stitches (raglan)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            14 stitches (sleeve)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            2 stitches (raglan)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            18 stitches (back)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            2 stitches (raglan)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            14 stitches (sleeve)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            2 stitches (raglan)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            9 stitches (front)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Place stitch markers at raglan sections.<\/p>\n

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            🪡 Step 2: Raglan Increases (Yoke)<\/h1>\n

            On each right-side row:<\/p>\n

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              dc to marker<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              (dc, ch 1, dc) in raglan stitch<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              repeat at each raglan<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Turn and repeat.<\/p>\n

              Continue until yoke depth measures:<\/p>\n

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                4\u20135 inches (baby sizes)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                5\u20136 inches (toddler sizes)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                🪡 Step 3: Separate Sleeves<\/h1>\n

                When yoke is deep enough:<\/p>\n

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                  dc across first front<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  Skip sleeve stitches<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  Chain 2\u20134 for underarm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  dc across back<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  Skip second sleeve<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  Chain 2\u20134<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  dc across final front<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  Now you are working body only.<\/p>\n

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                  🪡 Step 4: Create the \u201cRaincoat\u201d Shape (A-Line Body)<\/h1>\n

                  To get the classic raincoat flare:<\/p>\n

                  Increase gently every 2\u20133 rows:<\/p>\n

                  Option 1 (Mild flare):
                  2 dc in every 6th stitch<\/p>\n

                  Option 2 (More flare):
                  2 dc in every 4th stitch<\/p>\n

                  Continue until coat reaches mid-thigh or desired length.<\/p>\n

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                  🪡 Step 5: Texture for Raincoat Look<\/h1>\n

                  For a smooth \u201ccoat\u201d appearance:<\/p>\n

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                    Work rows of hdc or dc for clean finish.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    Optional light texture:<\/p>\n

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                      Row 1: hdc<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                      Row 2: hdc in back loop only<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                      Repeat for subtle ribbed texture.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      Avoid heavy cables \u2014 raincoat style looks better sleek and simple.<\/p>\n

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                      🪡 Step 6: Sleeves<\/h1>\n

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

                      Work in rounds:<\/p>\n

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                        dc or hdc evenly around<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        Decrease every 4\u20135 rows if needed.<\/p>\n

                        Finish with:<\/p>\n

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                          4 rows of FPdc\/BPdc ribbing
                          OR<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                          sc cuff<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          Repeat for second sleeve.<\/p>\n

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                          🪡 Step 7: Add the Hood<\/h1>\n

                          Attach yarn at neckline.<\/p>\n

                          Work back and forth in rows across entire neckline.<\/p>\n

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                            Row 1: dc across<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                            Continue until hood measures enough to fold over top of baby\u2019s head.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            Fold hood in half and seam the top closed.<\/p>\n

                            Optional:<\/p>\n

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                              Add small visor by working 1\u20132 short rows at front edge.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                              Add drawstring cord through neckline row.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                              🪡 Step 8: Button Band or Zipper<\/h1>\n

                              Attach yarn to front edge.<\/p>\n

                              Work 4\u20136 rows of sc or hdc evenly up one side, around hood edge, and down other side.<\/p>\n

                              On one side:
                              \nCreate buttonholes:<\/p>\n

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                                ch 1\u20132<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                skip same number of stitches<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                Sew buttons opposite holes.<\/p>\n

                                OR<\/p>\n

                                Sew zipper carefully using yarn needle and matching thread.<\/p>\n

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                                🪡 Optional: Add Pockets<\/h1>\n

                                Small Patch Pocket:<\/p>\n

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                                  Chain 12\u201316<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                  Work dc rows until square<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                  Sew onto lower front panels<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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                                  🎨 Color Ideas for \u201cRaincoat\u201d Style<\/h1>\n

                                  Classic raincoat colors:<\/p>\n

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                                    Mustard yellow ☔<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                    Bright red<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                    Teal<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                    Navy<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                    Olive green<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                    Add contrasting lining color for hood for extra style.<\/p>\n

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                                    📐 Size Adjustment Formula<\/h1>\n
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                                      Measure chest circumference.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                      Multiply by stitch gauge.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                      Add 2\u20133 inches ease for layering.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                      Divide into:<\/p>\n

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                                        2 fronts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                        2 sleeves<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                        1 back<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                        4 raglan stitches<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                        Always check gauge before starting.<\/p>\n

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                                        🧡 Yarn Tips<\/h1>\n

                                        Best yarn choices:<\/p>\n

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                                          Cotton blend (lightweight feel)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                          Acrylic (easy wash)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                          Superwash merino (soft + warm)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                          Avoid bulky yarn for small babies \u2014 coat becomes stiff.<\/p>\n

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                                          🌟 Professional Finish Tips<\/h1>\n
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                                            Keep tension consistent.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                            Use stitch markers for raglan accuracy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                            Block lightly for even shape.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                            Reinforce buttons securely.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                            Add small inside tie for extra security.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                                            If you’d like, I can:<\/p>\n

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                                              Write a full stitch-count pattern for a specific size<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                              Create a hooded raincoat with lining effect<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                              Make a beginner simplified version<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                              Provide a print-ready PDF-style layout<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                              Just tell me the size you\u2019d like 😊<\/p>\n

                                              Watch tutorial:<\/p>\n