Crucci Pattern 102 Ribbed Vest, Hat, & Booties - (4ply Baby)

A charming three-piece set for babies from newborn through to 12 months, this Crucci pattern covers a ribbed V-neck vest, a matching hat, and a pair of bootees — all worked in 4ply wool. Classic in construction and beautifully practical, it's the kind of handknit that gets passed down.

The vest is worked flat in separate pieces — back, front, neckband, button band, and buttonhole band - then seamed. The hat and bootees follow the same flat-knit-and-seam construction, making this a satisfying project with neat, tidy finishes throughout.

Skill Level: Intermediate - a confident knitter comfortable with increases and shaping will find this pattern straightforward and rewarding.

Sizes

0 Months (3 Months, 6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months)

Measurements

• To fit underarm (cm): 35 (40, 45, 47, 50)
• Actual chest (cm): 38 (43, 49, 51, 55)
• Length to shoulder (approx, cm): 22 (26, 29, 31, 33)
• Hat to fit head (cm): 35 (40, 45, 47, 48)
• Bootees sizes: 0–3 months (3–6 months, 6–9 months)

Tension

28 sts and 36 rows over a 10 cm square in stocking stitch using 3.25 mm needles, or the size needed to achieve the correct tension.

Materials

Yarn: 4ply wool - 1 to 2 × 50g/175m balls for the vest (quantity varies by size; smaller sizes require 1 ball, larger sizes up to 2 balls).

Needles:

• 1 pair each of 3.00 mm and 3.25 mm needles (vest and hat)
• 1 pair of 2.75 mm (3.00 mm, 3.25 mm) needles for the bootees, or size to give correct tension

Notions:

• 2 stitch holders (vest)
• 3 buttons (vest)
• Narrow ribbon for bootees (optional)