Monochrome Gradient Baby Streetwear Hoodie - Free Pattern

Monochrome Gradient Baby Streetwear Hoodie - Free Pattern

Introduction

Create the trendiest baby streetwear with this monochrome gradient hoodie featuring a textured 3D cable stitch. Perfect for the fashion-forward infant, this pattern blends modern aesthetics with cozy comfort. With detailed instructions, even beginners can craft this stylish piece with ease!

Materials Needed

• DK weight yarn in a monochrome gradient set (from light gray to black)
• US 6 (4mm) knitting needles
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle

Step-by-Step Instructions

Sizes

This pattern is available in the following sizes:

• 0-3 months
• 3-6 months
• 6-12 months

Back

1. Cast on 60 (68, 76) stitches using the lightest shade of yarn.
2. Work in k2, p2 ribbing for 1 inch.
3. Change to stockinette stitch and begin the gradient transition to the next shade over the next 10 rows.
4. Continue in stockinette stitch until the piece measures 8 (9, 10) inches from the cast-on edge.
5. Shape the shoulders by binding off 5 (6, 7) stitches at the beginning of the next 4 rows.
6. Bind off the remaining stitches.

Front

1. Work as for the back until the piece measures 6 (7, 8) inches.
2. Begin the textured 3D cable pattern:
• Row 1 (Right Side): K2, *p2, k6, p2; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, k2.
• Row 2 (Wrong Side): P2, *k2, p6, k2; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, p2.
• Row 3: K2, *p2, C6F (Cable 6 Front), p2; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, k2.
• Row 4: Repeat Row 2.
3. Repeat Rows 1-4 for the cable pattern.
4. Continue until the piece measures 8 (9, 10) inches.
5. Shape the shoulders and neck as for the back, but bind off the center 12 (14, 16) stitches for the neck when shaping shoulders.

Sleeves

1. Cast on 32 (36, 40) stitches using the lightest shade of yarn.
2. Work in k2, p2 ribbing for 1 inch.
3. Change to stockinette stitch and begin the gradient transition over the next 10 rows.
4. Increase 1 stitch at each end of every 6th row until you have 48 (52, 56) stitches.
5. Continue until the sleeve measures 6 (7, 8) inches.
6. Bind off.

Hood

1. With the darkest shade, pick up and knit 60 (64, 68) stitches along the neck edge.
2. Work in stockinette stitch for 6 (7, 8) inches.
3. Bind off.

Finishing

1. Sew the shoulder seams together.
2. Set in the sleeves and sew the side seams.
3. Fold the hood in half and sew the back seam.
4. Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle.
5. Block the finished hoodie to the measurements for a polished look.