Crucci Baby Hooded Jacket Knitting Pattern – Little Gems 4ply

Create a sweet, cosy layer for baby with Crucci Design 1530, a charming 4ply baby hooded jacket knitting pattern designed in Crucci Little Gems 4ply. With its textured stitch pattern, practical buttoned front and snug hood, this little jacket is a beautiful project for babies from newborn through to 2 years.

The flecked Little Gems yarn gives the jacket a playful, softly speckled finish, making it easy to pair with everyday baby outfits. The neat 4ply fabric creates a classic hand-knitted look, while the hood adds extra warmth and comfort for cooler days.

Designed for intermediate knitters, this pattern includes shaping, textured stitch work, front bands, buttonholes and a hood — a rewarding baby knit with a timeless handmade finish.

Why You’ll Love This Pattern

Classic baby hooded jacket knitting pattern
Designed for Crucci Little Gems 4ply
Sizes from 0 months to 2 years
Cosy hood for extra warmth
Buttoned front for easy dressing
Textured stitch pattern for a beautiful handmade look
Ideal for baby gifts, new arrivals and everyday layering
A rewarding project for intermediate knitters

Sizes

Size	0 mths	3 mths	6/9 mths	12 mths	18 mths	2 yrs
To fit underarm	35 cm	40 cm	45/47 cm	50 cm	53 cm	56 cm
Actual size approx. at underarm	41 cm	46 cm	51 cm	55 cm	60 cm	64 cm
Length	21 cm	25 cm	29 cm	32 cm	34 cm	37 cm
Sleeve length	11 cm	13 cm	15 cm	17 cm	19 cm	20 cm

Yarn Requirements

Size	50g balls	Approx. metres required
0 months	3 balls	516 m
3 months	3 balls	516 m
6/9 months	4 balls	688 m
12 months	4 balls	688 m
18 months	4 balls	688 m
2 years	5 balls	860 m

Yarn quantities are approximate and may vary between knitters.

Yarn Used

Crucci Little Gems 4ply
Ball size: 50g / 172 m

You Will Need

1 pair of 3.25 mm knitting needles
1 pair of 2.75 mm knitting needles
5 buttons for 0 months
6 buttons for 3 months
7 buttons for 6/9 months and 12 months
8 buttons for 18 months and 2 years
Wool needle

Tension

30 stitches and 40 rows to 10 cm over main pattern using 3.25 mm needles.

Skill Level

Intermediate

Techniques Used

Knit and purl stitches
Garter stitch
Textured stitch pattern
Increasing and decreasing
Armhole shaping
Shoulder shaping
Neck shaping
Hood construction
Front bands
Buttonholes
Mattress stitch seaming
Sewing in sleeves and finishing

The Crucci Little Gems 4ply Hooded Jacket is a beautiful baby knitting project with heirloom appeal — practical, cosy and perfect for gifting.

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Baby Hooded Jacket Knitting Pattern (CRU1530)