Happy-Go-Lucky Hoodie Crochet Pattern

If you love relaxing projects that are easy to wear and fun to make, the Happy-Go-Lucky Hoodie Crochet Pattern is just what you need. This sleeveless crochet hoodie vest is made entirely with half double crochet stitches, creating a smooth and cozy texture that’s perfect for layering. Featuring practical pockets, a roomy hood, and a casual fit, this cotton yarn crochet pattern is ideal for year-round style. Whether you’re new to garments or looking for a quick and satisfying make, this easy crochet wearable will become a staple in your handmade wardrobe.

🧶 Why You’ll Love This Pattern

• Completely beginner-friendly stitches (all hdc!)
• Designed as a sleeveless vest for layering
• Includes detailed instructions for adding pockets and a hood
• Made with comfortable cotton yarn for everyday wear
• Works up quickly with minimal shaping

✨ Key Features

• Construction Style: Worked flat in one panel, folded, and seamed
• Stitches Used: Half double crochet only (with some decreases)
• Fit: Relaxed, casual style with a flattering drape
• Skill Level: Easy/Advanced Beginner
• Sizes Included: Multiple sizes included (customizable length and width)

🧵 Yarn & Materials

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton yarn
• Hook Size: 5.0 mm (or hook needed to obtain gauge)
• Extras: Yarn needle, stitch markers, scissors
• Optional: Buttons for adding closure or decorative edging

🎯 Perfect For…

• Layering over tanks and tees in warmer months
• Adding a cozy touch over long sleeves in fall
• Beginners wanting to make their first wearable garment
• Makers who love pockets and functional hooded designs

📏 Fit & Customization Tips

• Add extra rows at the hem for a longer tunic look
• Adjust hood depth to fit your style preference
• Customize the pocket size for the perfect hand-resting spot
• Use cotton for a light feel or acrylic for a warmer version

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Making the Happy-Go-Lucky Hoodie Crochet Pattern

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Materials
I Love This Cotton Yarn in Sage (500g S, 600g M/L, 700g XL/2X, 800g 3X) – any worsted weight yarn would work
H/5.0 mm mm hook
yarn needle
scissors
stitch markers

Level
intermediate

Pattern notes & stitches to know
ch – chain
hdc – half double crochet
foundation hdc (video tutorial HERE)
hdc2tog – half double crochet 2 together
hdc3tog – half double crochet 3 together

· written in US terms

· ch 2 does not count as stitch

· This vest is constructed as one piece with spaces for the armholes. (photo in the pattern) The shoulders are sewn. And then the pockets and hoodie are made and sewn on.

– Gauge: 14 hdc x 9 rows = 4” x 4”

Sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X – The pattern is written in these sizes consecutively. Example, when the pattern gives the end of the row count (125, 141, 157, 173, 189, 205 hdc) the 125 is for S, 141 is M, 157 is L, 173 is XL, 189 is 2X, 205 is 3X.

This vest has a classic fit with some positive ease.

Approx Finished Size:
Bust: S (36”) M (40”) L (45”) XL (49”) 2X (54”) 3X (58”)
Length: S (22”) M (23.75”) L (25.5”) XL (27.25”) 2X (29”) 3X (30.75”)
Armhole Depth: S (7.25”) M (8”) L (8.75”) XL (9.5”) 2X (10.25”) 3X (11”)
Size Small pictured. I am 5’0” with 34” bust

CROCHET PATTERN WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS

ch 3

Row 1: starting in the 3rd ch from the hook, foundation hdc 125, 141, 157, 173, 189, 205 (125, 141, 157, 173, 189, 205 hdc)

Row 2: ch 2, turn, hdc in each stitch across (125, 141, 157, 173, 189, 205 hdc)

Repeat row 2 to Row 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 46

The split for the armholes start in the next row. The end result will look like the photo below

Start with section A

Row 37, 39, 41, 43, 45, 47: ch 2, turn, hdc in 28, 32, 36, 40, 44, 48 stitches, hdc2tog (29, 33, 37, 41, 45, 49 hdc)

Row 38, 40, 42, 44, 46, 48: ch 2, turn, hdc2tog, hdc in each stitch across (28, 32, 36, 40, 44, 48 hdc)

Row 39, 41, 43, 45, 47, 49: ch 2, turn, hdc across to last 2 stitches, hdc2tog (27, 31, 35, 39, 43, 47 hdc)

Row 40, 42, 44, 46, 48, 50: ch 2, turn, hdc3tog, hdc in each stitch across (25, 29, 33, 37, 41, 45 hdc)

Row 41, 43, 45, 47, 49, 51: ch 2, turn, hdc in across to last 3 stitches, hdc3tog (23, 27, 31, 35, 39, 43 hdc)

Row 42, 44, 46, 48, 50, 52: ch 2, turn, hdc3tog, hdc in each stitch across (21, 25, 29, 33, 37, 41 hdc)

Row 43, 45, 47, 49, 51, 53: ch 2, turn, hdc in each stitch across (21, 25, 29, 33, 37, 41 hdc)

Repeat previous row to Row 53, 57, 61, 65, 69, 73 (21, 25, 29, 33, 37, 41 hdc)

Fasten off. Leave a long end for sewing.

Section B: Rejoin yarn at Row 37, 39, 41, 43, 45, 47 in the stitch next to section A

Row 37, 39, 41, 43, 45, 47: ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc in 61, 69, 77, 85, 93, 101 stitches, hdc2tog (63, 71, 79, 87, 95, 103 hdc)

Row 38, 40, 42, 44, 46, 48: ch 2, turn, hdc2tog, hdc in each stitch to the last 2 stitches, hdc2tog (61, 69, 77, 85, 93, 101 hdc)

Row 39, 41, 43, 45, 47, 49: ch 2, turn, hdc2tog, hdc in each stitch to the last 2 stitches, hdc2tog (59, 67, 75, 83, 91, 99 hdc)

Row 40, 42, 44, 46, 48, 50: ch 2, turn, hdc3tog, hdc in each stitch to the last 3 stitches, hdc3tog (55, 63, 71, 79, 87, 95 hdc)

Row 41, 43, 45, 47, 49, 51: ch 2, turn, hdc3tog, hdc in each stitch to the last 3 stitches, hdc3tog (51, 59, 67, 75, 83, 91 hdc)

Row 42, 44, 46, 48, 50, 52: ch 2, turn, hdc3tog, hdc in each stitch to the last 3 stitches, hdc3tog (47, 55, 63, 71, 79, 87 hdc)

Row 43, 45, 47, 49, 51, 53: ch 2, turn, hdc in each stitch across (47, 55, 63, 71, 79, 87 hdc)

Repeat previous row to Row 53, 57, 61, 65, 69, 73 (47, 55, 63, 71, 79, 87 hdc)

Fasten off.

Section C: Rejoin yarn at Rejoin yarn at Row 37, 39, 41, 43, 45, 47 in the stitch next to section B

Row 37, 39, 41, 43, 45, 47: ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc in each stitch across (29, 33, 37, 41, 45, 49  hdc)

Row 38, 40, 42, 44, 46, 48: ch 2, turn, hdc in each stitch to the last 2, hdc2tog (28, 32, 36, 40, 44, 48 hdc)

Row 39, 41, 43, 45, 47, 49: ch 2, turn, hdc2tog, hdc in each stitch across (27, 31, 35, 39, 43, 47 hdc)

Row 40, 42, 44, 46, 48, 50: ch 2, turn, hdc in each stitch to the last 3, hdc3tog (25, 29, 33, 37, 41, 45 hdc)

Row 41, 43, 45, 47, 49, 51: ch 2, turn, hdc3tog, hdc in each stitch across (23, 27, 31, 35, 39, 43  hdc)

Row 42, 44, 46, 48, 50, 52: ch, 2 turn, hdc in each stitch to the last 3, hdc3tog (21, 25, 29, 33, 37, 41  hdc)

Row 43, 45, 47, 49, 51, 53: ch 2, turn, hdc in each stitch across (21, 25, 29, 33, 37, 41  hdc)

Repeat previous row to Row 53, 57, 61, 65, 69, 73 (21, 25, 29, 33, 37, 41 hdc)

Fasten off. Leave a long end for sewing.

POCKETS

ch 3

Row 1: 2 hdc in 3rd ch from the hook (2 hdc)

Row 2: ch 2, turn, 2 hdc in each stitch (4 hdc)

Row 3: ch 2, turn, 2 hdc in first stitch, hdc in next 2 stitches, 2 hdc in last stitc (6 hdc)

Row 4: ch 2, turn, 2 hdc in first stitch, hdc in each stitch across to last stitch, 2 hdc in last stitch (8 hdc)

Repeat row 4 to Row 20 (or until desired length)

HOOD

ch 3 (leave a long end for sewing)

Row 1: starting in the 3rd ch from the hook, foundation hdc 75 (75 hdc)

Row 2: ch 2, turn, hdc in each stitch across (75 hdc)

Repeat row 2 to Row 28 (or until desired length)

Fasten off. Leave a long end for sewing.

SEWING

On the vest, fold sections A and C towards the center to section B. Use the long ends to sew the shoulders closed with a whip stitch. Fasten off. Weave in the ends.

Keep wrong side out.  Line up the pockets along the front bottom corner. Use stitch markers to keep it in place.

Use the long ends to sew the pockets to the corner with a whip stitch.

For the hood, fold it in half so the rows run vertically. Sew the back closed (row 1) with a whip stitch

Line the hood up along the collar of the vest. Use stitch markers to keep it in place. Bunch it up slightly. Do not line it up row per row. This will be too tight. Line up the center back of the hood with the top of the collar and then I have the bottom of the hood lined up with the middle of the armhole.

Sew the hood to the vest with a whip stitch.

Fasten off. Weave in the ends.

Turn right side out.

And you’re done with this cute hoodie vest! I hope you love it!

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