{"id":2638,"date":"2026-03-16T08:31:52","date_gmt":"2026-03-16T08:31:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.khflix.asia\/?p=2638"},"modified":"2026-03-16T08:31:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T08:31:53","slug":"how-to-crochet-a-winters-tale-cardigan-coat-for-girls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.khflix.asia\/?p=2638","title":{"rendered":"How to Crochet a \u201cWinter\u2019s Tale\u201d Cardigan\/Coat for Girls"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Below is a detailed tutorial-style guide<\/strong> you can use for learning or writing a pattern for a \u201cWinter\u2019s Tale\u201d crochet cardigan\/coat for girls<\/strong>. This design focuses on warmth, texture, and a cozy winter style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to Crochet a \u201cWinter\u2019s Tale\u201d Cardigan\/Coat for Girls<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

The \u201cWinter\u2019s Tale\u201d cardigan\/coat<\/strong> is a cozy, textured crochet garment perfect for cold weather. It usually features thick yarn, textured stitches, long sleeves, and sometimes a hood or decorative buttons. This cardigan works well for everyday winter wear and special occasions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Materials Needed<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Prepare all materials before starting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yarn<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Bulky\u00a0or\u00a0worsted\u00a0weight\u00a0yarn (soft\u00a0acrylic,\u00a0wool,\u00a0or\u00a0wool\u00a0blend)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 600\u2013900\u00a0g\u00a0depending\u00a0on\u00a0size<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Crochet Hook<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • 5\u00a0mm \u2013\u00a06\u00a0mm\u00a0crochet\u00a0hook<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Other Tools<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Yarn\u00a0needle<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Stitch\u00a0markers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Scissors<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Measuring\u00a0tape<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Buttons (4\u20136\u00a0pieces)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Optional:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Faux\u00a0fur\u00a0yarn\u00a0for\u00a0hood\u00a0trim<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Wooden\u00a0buttons\u00a0for\u00a0a\u00a0winter\u00a0look<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
          \"\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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          2. Stitches Used<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

          The cardigan uses a combination of simple and textured stitches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Basic stitches:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Chain (ch)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Slip\u00a0stitch (sl\u00a0st)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Single\u00a0crochet (sc)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Half\u00a0double\u00a0crochet (hdc)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Double\u00a0crochet (dc)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            Textured stitches (optional but recommended):<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            • Front\u00a0post\u00a0double\u00a0crochet (fpdc)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Back\u00a0post\u00a0double\u00a0crochet (bpdc)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              These create a ribbed winter texture<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              3. Measurements<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

              Take the child\u2019s measurements before starting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Typical measurements (Age 5\u20136 example):<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • Chest:\u00a064\u00a0cm<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Cardigan\u00a0length:\u00a048\u00a0cm<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Sleeve\u00a0length:\u00a040\u00a0cm<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Shoulder\u00a0width:\u00a028\u00a0cm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                Add 4\u20136 cm ease<\/strong> so the coat fits comfortably over clothing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                4. Crochet Gauge<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

                Make a small test square before starting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                Example gauge:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                10 cm \u00d7 10 cm =<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                • 12\u00a0double\u00a0crochet\u00a0stitches<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • 8\u00a0rows<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  Adjust hook size if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  5. Crochet the Back Panel<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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                  1. Chain\u00a060\u201370\u00a0stitches<\/strong>\u00a0depending\u00a0on\u00a0size.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  2. Row\u00a01:\u00a0Double\u00a0crochet\u00a0in\u00a0the\u00a03rd\u00a0chain\u00a0from\u00a0hook\u00a0and\u00a0across.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  3. Row\u00a02:\u00a0Chain\u00a02,\u00a0turn,\u00a0double\u00a0crochet\u00a0across.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  4. Row\u00a03:\u00a0Alternate\u00a0fpdc\u00a0and\u00a0bpdc<\/strong>\u00a0to\u00a0create\u00a0texture.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                    Repeat rows until the piece measures about 30\u201335 cm<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    Shape the Armholes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                    • Skip\u00a03\u00a0stitches\u00a0at\u00a0the\u00a0beginning\u00a0of\u00a0the\u00a0next\u00a0row<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Work\u00a0across.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Repeat\u00a0decreases\u00a0for\u00a02\u20133\u00a0rows<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                      Continue straight until total length reaches the shoulder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      6. Crochet the Front Panels (Make 2)<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

                      Each front panel is half the width of the back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      1. Chain\u00a030\u201335\u00a0stitches<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      2. Work\u00a0the\u00a0same\u00a0stitch\u00a0pattern\u00a0as\u00a0the\u00a0back\u00a0panel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      3. Continue\u00a0until\u00a0reaching\u00a0armhole\u00a0height.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                        Shape the Neckline<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                        When reaching the upper chest:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                        • Decrease\u00a01\u00a0stitch\u00a0every\u00a0row\u00a0on\u00a0the\u00a0neck\u00a0side<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Continue\u00a0until\u00a0shoulder\u00a0height\u00a0matches\u00a0the\u00a0back\u00a0panel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                          Repeat for the second front piece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                          7. Crochet the Sleeves<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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                          1. Chain\u00a028\u201332\u00a0stitches<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          2. Row\u00a01:\u00a0Half\u00a0double\u00a0crochet\u00a0across.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          3. Continue\u00a0in\u00a0textured\u00a0stitch\u00a0pattern<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                            Sleeve increases<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                            Increase 1 stitch on each side every 3 rows<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                            Continue until sleeve reaches the desired length.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                            Fold sleeve in half and sew the seam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                            8. Assemble the Cardigan<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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                            1. Sew\u00a0front\u00a0panels\u00a0to\u00a0back\u00a0panel\u00a0at\u00a0shoulders<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            2. Sew\u00a0side\u00a0seams<\/strong>,\u00a0leaving\u00a0armholes\u00a0open.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            3. Attach\u00a0sleeves\u00a0to\u00a0the\u00a0armholes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            4. Sew\u00a0sleeve\u00a0seams.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                              Turn the coat right side out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                              9. Crochet the Collar or Hood (Optional)<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

                              Simple Collar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                              1. Attach\u00a0yarn\u00a0at\u00a0neckline.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              2. Single\u00a0crochet\u00a0evenly\u00a0around\u00a0the\u00a0neck.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              3. Continue\u00a0rows\u00a0of\u00a0hdc\u00a0or\u00a0ribbed\u00a0stitches<\/strong>\u00a0for\u00a06\u20138\u00a0rows.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                Hood Option<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                                1. Crochet\u00a0a\u00a0rectangle\u00a0the\u00a0width\u00a0of\u00a0the\u00a0neckline.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                2. Fold\u00a0it\u00a0in\u00a0half.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                3. Sew\u00a0the\u00a0top\u00a0seam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                4. Attach\u00a0to\u00a0neckline.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                  Optional: add faux fur trim<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                  10. Add Front Border<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

                                  Attach yarn at the bottom of one front panel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                  Crochet single crochet or ribbed stitches<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                  • Up\u00a0the\u00a0front<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  • Around\u00a0the\u00a0neck<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  • Down\u00a0the\u00a0other\u00a0side<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                    This creates a neat finishing edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                    11. Add Buttonholes<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

                                    On one side of the border:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                    1. Single\u00a0crochet\u00a0to\u00a0button\u00a0position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    2. Chain\u00a02.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    3. Skip\u00a02\u00a0stitches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    4. Continue\u00a0single\u00a0crochet.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                      Repeat for 4\u20136 buttonholes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                      12. Sew Buttons<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

                                      Sew buttons on the opposite front panel aligned with the buttonholes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                      Wooden or large decorative buttons give the cardigan a storybook winter style<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                      13. Finishing Touches<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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                                      • Weave\u00a0in\u00a0all\u00a0yarn\u00a0ends.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                      • Lightly\u00a0block\u00a0the\u00a0cardigan\u00a0for\u00a0shape.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                      • Add\u00a0optional\u00a0decorations:\n
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                                        • Pockets<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • Flower\u00a0appliqu\u00e9s<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • Snowflake\u00a0buttons<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • Belt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                                          Estimated Project Time<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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                                          • Beginner:\u00a012\u201316\u00a0hours<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                          • Intermediate\u00a0crocheter:\u00a08\u201310\u00a0hours<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                                            \u00a0Design\u00a0Tip:<\/strong>
                                            Use\u00a0cream,\u00a0soft\u00a0pink,\u00a0dusty\u00a0blue,\u00a0or\u00a0winter\u00a0white\u00a0yarn<\/strong>\u00a0to\u00a0create\u00a0a\u00a0magical \u201cWinter\u2019s\u00a0Tale\u201d\u00a0look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                            Watch tutorial:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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