Just an idea how diaper cover may look like with small "manly" buttons |
But today, I would like to share with all of my crochet virtual friends another free written pattern - my newest (and fairly easy) diaper cover project (plus two videos - one for right-handed and one for left-handed crochet artisans).
As you see, I worked with a yarn in the color that resembles a stone Jade, which is an emperor's gem. I love the idea that it represents benevolence, honesty, wisdom, integrity and bravery - great iconographics about it HERE - which is actually quite interesting. I would like to mention also that the yarn is soft and I love the fact that it is a blend of two natural fibers - cotton and merino wool.
This pattern is textured, yet simple enough for someone that is seasoned beginner. My video will help those that are slightly inexperienced but have courage to push themselves a little further. As for the experienced ones - it is a very easy and fast project.
You can make it in any color to accommodate both genders. You could also "play" with two colors to make it even more interesting, such as crochet around with an off white yarn. This pattern could be unisex - if you make it in a different color with a different style edging - even girls could wear it.
Size:
Newborn
Measurements:
Waist - 14.5” (buttons can be moved to accommodate a larger waist)
Rise - 14” (measured from the top of the diaper in front all the way to the top of the diaper in back)
Material:
Brown Sheep Co., Cotton Fleece, Color "Jubilant Jade", 215 yds/197 m, 80% cotton/20% Merino
Hook size G (4 mm)
Small Buttons
Scissors
Yarn Needle
Sewing Needle
Abbreviations:
ch - chain
hdc - single crochet
dc - double crochet
st(s) - stitch(es)
sl st - slip stitch
prev. - previous
Gauge:
single crochet stitches
4" x 4" = 18 st x 10 rows
Step-by-Step:
Foundation: ch60
Row 1 1 hdc into 3rd ch, then 1 hdc into each ch to end
Row 2 ch2, 1 hdc through the front loop of the each st from prev. row (total ch2 + 58 hdc)
Row 3 ch2, 1 hdc in next st, *[1 dc around front post of hdc below next st, 1 hdc into next 2 consecutive sts]* - repeat to end
Repeat Rows 2 & 3 three (3) more times (Rows 4-9)
Row 10 same as Row 2, fasten off your yarn
Place markers as shown in the image |
Row 11 same as Row 3
Row 12 same as Row 2
Repeat Rows 11 & 12 eleven (11) more times (Rows 13-34)
Finish crocheting around the perimeter of the entire diaper cover with a back single crochet stitch. (Watch my video how to do it). Weave in the ends. Sow on small buttons that can fit into the spaces where the double first double crochet stitches are.
The right side of the diaper cover - crocheted around with back single crochet stitches |
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