Crochet Charming Textured Baby Bloomer Set Free Pattern

Crochet Charming Textured Baby Bloomer Set

Materials:

• Soft Worsted Weight Yarn (approx. 200-300 yards)
• 4.5mm (Size 7) Crochet Hook
• Stitch Marker
• Yarn Needle
• Buttons (2 for each bloomer)

Stitches Used:

• Chain (ch)
• Slip Stitch (sl st)
• Single Crochet (sc)
• Double Crochet (dc)
• Half Double Crochet (hdc)
• Front Post Double Crochet (fpdc)
• Back Post Double Crochet (bpdc)

Gauge:

16 stitches x 10 rows in hdc = 4 inches

Sizes:

• Newborn (0-3 months)
• 3-6 months
• 6-12 months
• 12-18 months

Pattern:

Waistband:

1. Ch 12 (or desired width).
2. Row 1: Hdc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in each ch across (11 hdc). Turn.
3. Row 2: Ch 1, hdc in each st across. Change to fpdc and bpdc alternating every 5 stitches to create texture. Repeat for desired length (approximately 16, 20, 24, or 28 inches for sizes).
4. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.

Main Body:

1. With a new strand of yarn, ch 50 (or appropriate size to match waist circumference) to create the foundation chain.
2. Row 1: Hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across (49 hdc). Turn.
3. Row 2: Ch 1, hdc in each st across.
4. Row 3: (Start texture) *Ch 1, fpdc around the next hdc, bpdc around the next hdc*; repeat from * across. Turn.
5. Continue alternating rows of hdc and the texture pattern until piece measures approximately 6-8 inches from the foundation edge.
6. Shape the bottom by decreasing: Row 10: Hdc across, decreasing at the end by combining last two stitches together.
7. Row 11: Repeat Row 10. Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

Assembly:

1. Fold main body in half and sew the side seams from the bottom up to the desired leg opening.
2. Attach the waistband to the top of the bloomer body using the long tails and buttons for a secure fit.
3. Weave in all ends and add buttons decoratively if desired.

Finishing Touches:

Your charming textured baby bloomer set is ready! Pair it with a cute top and enjoy! Happy Crocheting!