Learn how to crochet a hood on any top without the pointy tip! This tutorial also includes a free pattern and a step-by-step video guide on how to make the perfect crochet hood.
Have you ever had a moment when you finally finished putting together your outfit and there’s just one thing missing? That’s exactly what happened to me when I put on my favorite oversized cardigan and realized I needed a hoodie!
And so, being the DIY enthusiast that I am, I decided to add one to my Suzette Cardigan. And let me tell you, it was a game-changer.
This wasn’t just any hood; it was a wind-defying haven for my neck on a chilly day, doubling as a shield against unruly hair on a windy adventure.
The best part? This simple trick allows you to seamlessly integrate this hood portion into any existing cardigan or cozy sweater you treasure without the pointy tip!
If this sounds like something you would like to try out, scroll down for the step-by-step written pattern or you can also watch the video tutorial on my YouTube channel.
You can even purchase a PDF printable pattern (for both the hoodie and cardigan in one file) in my pattern store, or add it to your Ravelry queue for later.
Trust me, this is one fashion hack you won’t regret trying out.
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CONSTRUCTION
This free crochet hood pattern tutorial is not just intended for THIS specific cardigan but it can easily be adaptable to any existing crochet cardigan or sweatshirt of your choice, be it new or old.
It is a one-pattern-fits-all sort of style that can be customized to different sizes, from small ones to larger sizes to oversized hoods.
Now, if you’re looking to achieve that nice curved look at the back, the trick is actually quite simple! All you’ll need to do is work a decreased split in the top center of the hood, close up the top seam and voila!
We will be adding this hoodie using the Suzette Stitch just like what we used on the Suzette Cardigan, which are basic stitches using the single crochet and a double crochet stitch into every other stitch. But you can use any simple stitches you like on yours. And feel free to add any additional embellishment to the side of the hood to your liking.
The best yarn I have found to create this drapey hoodie is this Hobbii Rainbow Yarn which is a Category 1 yarn weight. This cotton yarn is soft and drapey yet perfect for just enough warmth on those cool summer nights or those cold weather days in fall.
In order to achieve the drapeyness and lightness in the fabric is to use a much larger hook. This yarn calls for a 2.5 mm – 3.5 mm crochet hook size, but I am using a 5.0 mm hook to give it that loose stitch!
Other great options to look out for are the Coboo Yarns or Truboo Yarns both by Lion Brand. They are soft and drapey and come in a wide range of colors. Make sure to always work up a gauge swatch to find the right size to ensure a good fit for your own hood pattern.
With this easy pattern, you’ll be able to avoid that very pointy hood and awkward tip at the back of the head, unless that’s what you were aiming for, of course.
Check out this hooded cowl pattern using the same construction!
So, with these tips in mind, this is a great way to easily adapt this hoodie pattern to any style.
If you are looking for other warm and cozy crochet sweaters, then check out these options here which are of course a Free crochet pattern
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Tools & Materials
Yarn weight: Fingering Category 1
Brand: Hobbii Rainbow 8/4
Color: Greyish Purple (013)
Hook: 5.0 mm hook
Gauge: 17 SZ Sts x 16 rows = 4 x 4” / 10 x 10 cm.
No. yarns (skeins): XS-S[M-L/ XL-2XL/ 3XL-4XL] = 1 Skein for all Sizes
Tools: tapestry needle, measuring tape, scissors, stitch markers
Skill Level: Easy
Things to Note:
- Use the same hook size as the body panel
- Maintain the same stitch type as the body panel
- Prepare a gauge swatch to get the right sizing
- Step by step Video Tutorial available here
- Abbreviation page available in English US format
Stitches used in this pattern:
- SZ – Suzette Stitch – *[(Sc, Dc), Sk 1], rep [*] – Refer to stitch pattern here
- Sc – Single Crochet Stitches
- Dc – Double crochet stitches
- Ch – Chain
Instructions
Part 1: Adding Hoodie
1. Start by working a Sc St along both sides of the front panel and through the back panel across the neckline.
2. Measure bet 9 ~ 10” or 23 ~ 25.5cm from the middle of the neckline down to the front panel and place a SM.
3. Row 1: Insert your hook through the 1st SM and work the SZ St. *[(Sc, Dc), Sk 1], rep [*] until the 3rd last St from the next SM. Sk 1, Sc on the last St, Ch 1, turn
4. Row 2: *[(Sc, Dc), Sk 1], rep [*] until the 3rd last St, Sk 1, Sc on the last St, Ch 1, turn
5. Row 3 – 22: Rep the prev Row 2 (Note: If you would like to make a larger size, continue to make as many rows as needed)
6. Fold the hood in half and place a SM in the middle where the hood folds. It should be on a Dc St.
7. Row 23: *[(Sc, Dc), Sk 1], rep [*] until the 4th last St from the SM, Sk 1, Sc on the next St, Dc (on the same St) and Sc the next St tog, Ch 1, turn
8. Row 24 (half side) : Sc and Dc the next 2 Sts tog, Sk 1, SZ St. Rep *[(Sc, Dc), Sk 1] until the 3rd last St, Sk 1, Sc on the last St, Ch 1, turn
9. Row 25 – 31 (half side): Rep row 23 & 24
10.Bind off.
11.Rep on the other side. Insert hook at the SM (Dc St), and rep Steps 8 and 7 for a total of 9 rows.
12.Do not bind off.
Part 2: Seaming the top of the hood
1. Fold hood Wrong Side out, and Sc both piece together. On the Row side, distribute each Sc each St across evenly.
2. Turn hood Right Side out.
3. Cont to finish off the final row edging by doing Part 6, Row 2 onwards on the Suzette Cardigan Pattern file.
END
This crochet hood pattern was so much fun to make. Let me know in the comment below if you added a hood to any of your crochet projects!
If you are looking for the entire tools used to make this Suzette Hoodie Cardigan pattern, I’ve listed them all right here:
♥ 5.0 mm Clover Amour Crochet Hook
♥ 3.5 mm Clover Amour Crochet Hook
♥ Hobbii Greyish Purple 100% cotton
♥ Suzette Cardigan Printable PDF (Hoodie pattern included)
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Happy hooking,
Shaz 🧶
