Chunky crochet gilet – Free pattern!

A simple and versatile chunky crochet gilet free pattern. Oversized for comfort and ease and with optional pockets

                                                               

I love this design. It  can be worked up quickly using chunky yarn and the pattern is simple and easy to follow. 

Pattern is beginner friendly and written in US terms.

It’s a perfect piece for those Spring/Autumn days when you want to keep your little one nice and warm but still free to explore and play. 

The Gilet is made in one piece, sewing the shoulders and adding the hood. It is great for a first project or for those still new to the craft.

 I have added instructions for pockets these are optional. Buttons are also optional and are easily added. 

The overall finish is chunky, bouncy and soft. The front lapels and hood will be oversized and will drape for comfort and ease.

The yarn used for this pattern is – Wendy with wool – Super chunky in PETAL Materials:
Crochet hook: 10mm
Stitch markersSuper chunky yarn

-approx. 380 yards for 12 monthsGauge: 10 Stitches x 14 Rows 

Circumference in inches:
12 months – 22″ 

Stitches used: 

• HDC – Half double crochet
• Front post double crochet (fpdc) – This is treated as a double crochet, except that instead of going into the next stitch, you hook the post directly below said stitch, front to back. Then complete the double crochet as normal. 
• Back post double crochet (bpdc) – This is treated as a double crochet, exceptthat instead of going into the next stitch, you hook the post directly below said stitch, back to front. Then complete the double crochet as normal. 

If you love Gilets and chunky projects, check out my Drops of Ivory Gilet pattern below.

Made with the beautiful and defined Alpine stitch in sizes Xsmall to XXXXLarge

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