Bear Hug Baby Jacket

By Rose Hudd from Hookfully.

This free crochet pattern is for a cozy baby jacket available in seven sizes, from newborn to 24 months. Made with bulky yarn, it’s warm and ideal for winter. The design is gender-neutral, featuring a hood with bear ears and bear-shaped pockets. The jacket is crocheted in one piece with minimal sewing, just the ears, pockets, and buttons are sewn on. It uses basic crochet stitches and is rated easy, written in U.S. terms. You’ll need a 6.5mm hook, bulky yarn, and basic supplies. The pattern includes detailed sizing and yardage for each age group, making it beginner-friendly and practical.

Finished Sizes: newborn, 0-3, 3-6, 6-9, 9-12, 12-18, 18-24 months

Materials

• 6.5mm crochet hook
• Bulky / Chunky / #5 yarn
• Tape measure
• Sewing needle
• Scissors
• Stitch markers
• 4 x buttons (3cm toggle or 2cm round)

Skill Level: Easy