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# Jellycat Plush Toy Clothing Set
## Cozy Sweater & Pants for Your Favorite Stuffed Friend

A beginner-friendly outfit designed to fit most medium-sized Jellycat stuffed animals (approximately 12-15" tall). This adorable set features a simple pullover sweater and elastic-waist pants that are easy to put on and take off your plush toy.

**Finished Measurements:**
- Sweater Chest Circumference: 11" (unstretched)
- Sweater Length: 5.5"
- Pants Waist: 9" (stretchy)
- Pants Length: 6.5"

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## MATERIALS

**Yarn:**
- Worsted weight yarn (#4), approximately 150 yards total
  - Main Color (MC): 100 yards
  - Contrast Color (CC) for trim (optional): 50 yards
- Suggested: Lion Brand Vanna's Choice or Red Heart Super Saver

**Hook & Notions:**
- Size G/6 (4.0 mm) crochet hook
- Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook (for ribbing)
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends
- Stitch markers
- 1/4" elastic, 10" length (for pants waistband)
- Scissors

**Gauge:**
With G/6 hook in single crochet:
16 stitches × 18 rows = 4" × 4"

*Gauge is important for proper fit! Take time to check your gauge.*

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## ABBREVIATIONS

- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- BLO = back loop only
- ( ) = stitch count at end of row/round
- * * = repeat instructions between asterisks

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## PATTERN NOTES

1. Sweater is worked flat in rows from bottom up, then seamed at shoulders and sides.
2. Pants are worked as two separate legs, then joined and worked to waistband.
3. Turning chain does NOT count as a stitch throughout.
4. Stitch count is provided at the end of each row in parentheses.
5. Try garment on your Jellycat frequently to check fit - stuffed animal sizes vary!
6. If your Jellycat is smaller or larger, adjust by using a smaller/larger hook or adding/removing stitches in multiples of 2.

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## SWEATER INSTRUCTIONS

### SWEATER BACK

**Ribbed Bottom Edge:**
With H/8 hook and MC, ch 9.

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (8 sc)

Rows 2-44: Ch 1, turn, sc BLO in each st across. (8 sc)

Do not fasten off. Rotate piece 90 degrees to work along the long edge.

**Body:**
Switch to G/6 hook.

Row 1 (RS): Ch 1, work 44 sc evenly spaced along the long edge of ribbing (approximately 1 sc in each row end). (44 sc)

*Note: To check fit, this should measure approximately 11" wide.*

Rows 2-20: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. (44 sc)

**Armhole Shaping:**

Row 21: Ch 1, turn, sl st in first 4 sts, ch 1, sc in next 36 sts, leave remaining 4 sts unworked. (36 sc)

Rows 22-26: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. (36 sc)

**First Shoulder:**

Row 27: Ch 1, turn, sc in first 12 sts, leave remaining sts unworked. (12 sc)

Row 28: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. (12 sc)

Fasten off.

**Second Shoulder:**

With RS facing, skip center 12 sts, join yarn in next st.

Row 27: Ch 1, sc in same st and in each of next 11 sts. (12 sc)

Row 28: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. (12 sc)

Fasten off.

### SWEATER FRONT

Work exactly as for Back through Row 24. (36 sc after armhole shaping)

**Neck Shaping:**

Row 25: Ch 1, turn, sc in first 14 sts, leave remaining sts unworked. (14 sc)

Row 26: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc in each st across. (13 sc)

Row 27: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st to last 2 sts, sc2tog. (12 sc)

Row 28: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. (12 sc)

Fasten off.

**Second Side of Neck:**

With RS facing Row 24, skip center 8 sts from last st made in Row 25, join yarn in next st.

Row 25: Ch 1, sc in same st and in each of next 13 sts. (14 sc)

Row 26: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st to last 2 sts, sc2tog. (13 sc)

Row 27: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc in each st across. (12 sc)

Row 28: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. (12 sc)

Fasten off.

### SLEEVES (Make 2)

**Ribbed Cuff:**
With H/8 hook and MC, ch 7.

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (6 sc)

Rows 2-20: Ch 1, turn, sc BLO in each st across. (6 sc)

Do not fasten off. Rotate piece 90 degrees.

**Sleeve:**
Switch to G/6 hook.

Row 1 (RS): Ch 1, work 20 sc evenly spaced along long edge of ribbing. (20 sc)

Rows 2-10: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. (20 sc)

*Note: For longer sleeves, work additional rows here.*

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for seaming.

### SWEATER ASSEMBLY

1. **Shoulder Seams**: With RS together, align shoulder edges of Front and Back. Using yarn needle and whip stitch, sew 12-st shoulder seams on each side, leaving center 12 sts open for neck.

2. **Attach Sleeves**: Lay sweater flat. Center top edge of one sleeve at shoulder seam. Pin sleeve in place around armhole opening. Sew sleeve to armhole opening using whip stitch. Repeat for second sleeve.

3. **Side and Sleeve Seams**: Fold sweater in half at shoulders with RS together. Starting at bottom edge of sweater, sew side seam up to armhole. Then sew sleeve seam from cuff to armhole. Repeat for other side.

4. **Neck Edging** (optional): With RS facing and G/6 hook, join CC (or MC) at back neck. Sc evenly around neck opening (approximately 40 sc). Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off.

5. Weave in all ends.

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## PANTS INSTRUCTIONS

### LEGS (Make 2)

With G/6 hook and MC, ch 30, being careful not to twist, sl st to first ch to form ring.

Round 1: Ch 1, sc in each ch around. (30 sc)

*Place marker for beginning of round. Move marker up as you work.*

Rounds 2-22: Sc in each st around. (30 sc)

*Note: Try on your Jellycat at Round 15 to check leg length.*

At end of Round 22 for first leg, fasten off. For second leg, do NOT fasten off.

### JOINING LEGS

Round 23: With working yarn from second leg, sc in next 15 sts of second leg, ch 3, sc in each of 30 sts around first leg, ch 3, sc in remaining 15 sts of second leg, sc in each of 3 ch. (66 sc + 3 ch = 69 sts total when counting chain as sts)

*Math check: 15 + 3 + 30 + 3 + 15 + 3 = 69*

Round 24: Sc in each st and ch around. (69 sc)

*Note: You may need to adjust stitch count slightly to 68 or 70 to maintain even tension - this is fine!*

Rounds 25-28: Sc in each st around. (69 sc)

### WAISTBAND

Round 29: Ch 2 (does not count as st), hdc in each st around, join with sl st to first hdc. (69 hdc)

Round 30: Ch 1, sc in each st around. (69 sc)

Rounds 31-33: Sc in each st around. (69 sc)

Round 34 (fold line): Ch 1, working in BLO only, sc in each st around. (69 sc)

Rounds 35-37: Sc in each st around. (69 sc)

Round 38: Sc in each st around, leaving a 2" opening for elastic insertion, join with sl st. (69 sc)

Fasten off, leaving long tail.

### PANTS FINISHING

1. **Insert Elastic**: Cut elastic to 9-10" (measure around your Jellycat's waist). Thread elastic through waistband casing. Overlap ends by 1/2" and sew securely together. 

2. **Close Waistband**: Use yarn tail to sew the 2" opening closed with whip stitch.

3. **Crotch Seam** (optional for neater look): Turn pants inside out. Sew the small opening between legs (where chains joined the legs) with a few small stitches.

4. Weave in all ends.

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## VARIATIONS & TIPS

**Size Adjustments:**
- For smaller Jellycat toys: Use smaller hook (E/4 or F/5) with same instructions
- For larger Jellycat toys: Use larger hook (I/9 or J/10) or add 4 sts to width measurements

**Customization Ideas:**
- Add stripes by changing colors every 2-4 rows
- Embroider initials or designs on sweater front
- Add pompom to create a hoodie effect
- Use buttons on shoulder (decorative only) for cute detail
- Make pants into shorts by working only 10-12 rounds for legs

**Helpful Hints:**
- Try garments on your stuffed animal frequently as you work
- Slightly stretchy fit is ideal for easier dressing
- If pieces seem too tight, block gently to open up fabric
- Work loosely for a softer, more stretchy fabric
- For longer-lasting play, weave in ends extra securely

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## CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Hand wash in cool water with mild detergent. Roll in towel to remove excess water. Lay flat to dry. Do not machine wash or dry, as this may shrink the garments or damage elastic.

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**Pattern designed for beginner crocheters. Enjoy dressing your Jellycat friends!**

*This pattern is for personal use only. You may sell finished items made from this pattern in small quantities, but please credit the pattern designer. Do not reproduce or distribute this pattern.*