How to Crochet a Kids' Tunic for Ages 5-6

You’ll Need:

1.5 skeins of 100% microfiber yarn (550m/100g);

A little bit of the same yarn, but in blue color;

Crochet hook size 2.

Size:

5-6 years.

Note:

This tunic is crocheted from the top down as a one-piece cloth.

Instructions:

Main Part:

Make 132 chain stitches.

1^st row: 3 chain stitches increase, * 1 double crochet, 1 chain stitch*; repeat from * to * a total of 66 times.

After completing 9 rows, divide the stitches of the yoke in the following way: 6 pattern repeats for the front, 5 pattern repeats for the sleeve, 6 pattern repeats for the back, and 5 pattern repeats for the second sleeve. Connect the stitches of the front and back, adding 8 stitches for armholes between them. Continue working on 14 pattern repeats (16 rows), then take another color of yarn and make 4 more rows.

Sleeves:

Work on the previously left stitches of the sleeves and on the stitches for armholes, totaling 6 pattern repeats. Crochet sleeves around: 2 rows with the main yarn and 1 row with auxiliary yarn (for fastening). Make a chain and insert it in the 1^st row between crochets.