Some crochet projects go fast. Others seem to take forever, growing at a snail’s pace. This cozy kid hoodie definitely belongs to the latter category, but I still loved working on it.
I wanted a pullover that wouldn’t be too bulky and hot, and I wanted a natural fiber blend. I ordered Baby Alpaca Merino Cotton from Ice Yarns, not realizing just HOW thin it was. I had counted on DK weight, but got something more like thick thread. To make up for that, I chose the Alpine stitch, which gives a dense texture.
I love the result. The pullover is not too thick and has a nice drape, but it literally took forever. I had to work on some other projects in between to break up the monotony.
I used my favorite technique, top down open raglan, and then added a hood once I saw I have enough yarn. In total, I used 400 gr of yarn and a 2mm hook.
I had intended this sweater for Israel (6), but his younger sister (soon 3) claimed it. ☺ Guess they are going to share.
Now on to new projects! I can think of no better therapy with the latest lockdown.
Domestic Felicity 
What a wonderful texture with that stitch!
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One of my absolute favorite stitches. 🙂
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it’s beautiful, you should be proud!
I have had problems buying yarn online too. It’s so much easier if you can see it and touch it in a store – but the way things are, I’m grateful I can buy online.
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Actually, I should just read yarn specifications more carefully 😁 it was all there, black on white, but I was too rash to read carefully.
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Is there a pattern for this? It’s fabulous!
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Molli, I didn’t use a pattern. Just started a top down raglan in the Alpine stitch and went on to add a simple hoodie from a rectangle. ♥
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