{"id":143,"date":"2025-05-22T08:39:13","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T08:39:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ninedrama.com\/?p=143"},"modified":"2025-05-22T08:39:16","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T08:39:16","slug":"%f0%9f%a7%b6-how-to-crochet-a-baby-cardigan-with-bobble-stitch-step-by-step","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ninedrama.com\/?p=143","title":{"rendered":"\ud83e\uddf6 How to Crochet a Baby Cardigan with Bobble Stitch (Step-by-Step)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Here’s a detailed guide on How to Crochet a Baby Cardigan with Bobble Stitch<\/strong> \u2014 ideal for a handmade baby shower gift or your own little one. This pattern assumes a basic understanding of crochet stitches like chain (ch), single crochet (sc), double crochet (dc), and bobble stitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83e\uddf6 How to Crochet a Baby Cardigan with Bobble Stitch (Step-by-Step)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udccf Size:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Newborn to 6 months (adjustable instructions for 6\u201312 months included)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83e\uddf5 Materials Needed:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Yarn<\/strong>: Worsted weight (Size 4) soft baby yarn (approx. 300\u2013400 yards)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Hook<\/strong>: 4.5 mm (US 7) or size needed to meet gauge<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Tapestry needle<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Stitch markers<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Buttons<\/strong> (3\u20135 small, optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Scissors<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    \ud83d\udd01 Crochet Abbreviations:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • ch<\/strong> \u2013 chain<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • sc<\/strong> \u2013 single crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • dc<\/strong> \u2013 double crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • st(s)<\/strong> \u2013 stitch(es)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • sl st<\/strong> \u2013 slip stitch<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • bobble<\/strong> \u2013 bobble stitch<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • RS<\/strong> \u2013 right side<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • WS<\/strong> \u2013 wrong side<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      \u2728 Bobble Stitch (5-dc Bobble):<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Yarn over, insert hook into stitch, yarn over and pull through (3 loops).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Yarn over, pull through two loops (2 loops remain).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Repeat steps 1\u20132 four more times (you will have 6 loops on hook).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Yarn over, pull through all 6 loops.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      5. Chain 1 to close the bobble (if pattern calls for it).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        \ud83e\udde4 Step-by-Step Pattern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Step 1: Make the Yoke (Top Down)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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        1. Ch 51 (Newborn size)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Row 1 (RS): Dc in 4th ch from hook and across. (48 dc)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. Row 2: Ch 2, turn. Dc in next 6 sts, 2 dc in next st (increase)<\/em> \u2014 repeat across. Use stitch markers to mark where sleeves will go.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        4. Continue increasing every other row until you reach a total of about 80\u201390 stitches (depending on size).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Step 2: Divide for Body and Sleeves<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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          • Fold yoke and place markers to divide stitches:\n
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            • 18 front \/ 14 sleeve \/ 26 back \/ 14 sleeve \/ 18 front<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Next Row: Dc across front, ch 3 (underarm), skip sleeve sts, dc across back, ch 3, skip sleeve sts, dc across other front.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Step 3: Begin Bobble Stitch Body<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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              1. Row 1 (RS)<\/strong>: Dc across.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              2. Row 2 (WS)<\/strong>: Dc 2, bobble, dc 2<\/em> \u2013 repeat across for even spacing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              3. Row 3<\/strong>: Dc across.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              4. Repeat Rows 2\u20133 until body measures approx. 6\u20138 inches from armhole.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                Step 4: Edging and Bottom Ribbing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                • Switch to single crochet or front post\/back post double crochet for a ribbed border.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Work 4\u20135 rows for a neat finish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                  Step 5: Sleeves (In the Round)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                  1. Attach yarn at underarm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  2. Work 1 round of dc evenly around.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  3. Begin bobble pattern on alternate rounds: dc 2, bobble, dc 2<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  4. Continue until sleeve is 4\u20135 inches long.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  5. Finish with 3 rounds of sc or ribbing.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                    Step 6: Front Edging & Button Band<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                    • With RS facing, sc evenly up one side, across neckline, and down the other.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Optional: Add buttonholes every 6\u20138 stitches on one side (ch 2, skip 2 sts).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Make 2\u20133 more rows for a firm edge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                      Step 7: Finishing Touches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                      • Weave in all ends.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Sew on buttons opposite buttonholes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Lightly block the cardigan to even stitches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                        \ud83c\udf7c Tips for Success:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                        • Keep bobbles consistently tight for even texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Try alternating rows of bobbles and plain dc for a more subtle texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Use a stitch marker at the center back to help with symmetry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                          Watch video:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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