Sirdar Crochet Wave Stitch Jacket Pattern

Sirdar Crochet Wave Stitch Jacket in Snuggly 100% Cotton

What is Being Made

This is a children's cardigan jacket designed for ages 3 to 7 years, created using the crochet technique. The garment features a classic wave stitch pattern worked in three coordinating cotton yarn shades, making it an ideal breathable layer for young children. The jacket is sized to fit chest measurements ranging from 59 cm (23¼") for 3-year-olds up to 69 cm (27¼") for 7-year-olds, with full lengths extending from 40 cm (15¾") to 48 cm (19").

Techniques Used

This intermediate-level crochet pattern employs several construction techniques to create a polished, professional finish:

• Bottom-up construction: The jacket is worked from the bottom edge upward, allowing for easier adjustments and a more intuitive building process
• Flat working method: Pieces are crocheted flat rather than in the round, making shaping and stitch placement more manageable
• Seamed assembly: Individual pieces are sewn together using sewing thread, creating clean, durable seams
• Striped colorwork: The wave stitch pattern incorporates three distinct yarn shades—Navy (shade 758), Sky Blue (shade 751), and Ice Blue (shade 765)—creating visual interest and dimension throughout the design

Stitches and Stitch Details

The primary stitch featured in this design is the wave stitch, a textured crochet stitch that creates flowing, undulating lines across the fabric. This stitch is worked in combination with the striped color changes, producing a dynamic visual pattern that is both decorative and structurally sound. The wave stitch is characteristic of intermediate-level crochet work, offering a balance between visual complexity and achievable execution.

Materials

This pattern calls for Sirdar Snuggly 100% Cotton, a premium double knitting (DK) weight yarn specifically formulated for baby and children's wear. The yarn is spun from 100% cotton fiber and is engineered to retain softness, shape, and color through repeated machine washing. Snuggly 100% Cotton is available in 24 shades; this design uses three of them:

• Yarn A: Shade 758 Navy
• Yarn B: Shade 751 Sky Blue
• Yarn C: Shade 765 Ice Blue

Yarn quantities vary by size, ranging from 4 to 6 balls of Yarn A, 3 to 4 balls of Yarn B, and 3 balls of Yarn C (50g balls). Two crochet hooks are required: a 4.00 mm hook (UK size 8, USA size F/5) for the main fabric and a 3.00 mm hook (UK size 10, USA size D/3) for finishing details. Additional materials include a 30 to 40 cm open-ended zip fastener and sewing thread for seaming.

Pattern Information

This is Design No. 2574, an intermediate-level crochet pattern published by Sirdar, a British yarn company established in West Yorkshire in 1880. The pattern has been triple-checked by Sirdar's quality assurance team to guarantee success. The downloadable PDF format makes it convenient for crafters to access and reference while working on their project.