Repeat Round 3 for approximately 8-10 more rounds, or until the pants reach just above where you want the crotch division to be (this is before you split for the legs).
Part 3: Crotch Division
Using MC (Pink):
Next Round: Fold your pants in half so the start of the round is at the back seam. Use a stitch marker to mark the center of the front. Sc in the first 2-3 stitches (to move to the start of the first leg). Ch 2 (this creates the crotch seam). Sk half of the total stitches of the body. Join with a sl st to the next stitch, creating the first leg opening.
Part 4: The Legs (Make 2)
Leg 1:
Round 1: Ch 2 (does NOT count as a st). Hdc in the 3rd loopof each hdc around the leg opening and also into the 2 chs you made for the crotch. Sl st to join. .
Repeat Round 1 (working hdc in 3rd loop) until the leg reaches your desired length, ending approximately 1 inch before the ankle (where the cuff will begin).
Fasten off MC and weave in ends.
Leg 2: Join MC (Pink) to the other side of the crotch ch-2. Repeat the instructions for Leg 1. Fasten off MC and weave in ends.
Part 5: Ankle Cuffs (Make 2)
Using Contrast Color (CC – White):
Join CC to the bottom edge of one leg opening.
Round 1 (Foundation):Ch 1. Sc evenly around the bottom edge of the leg opening. Sl st to join.
Round 2 (Ribbing): Ch 2 (counts as hdc). Hdc in BLO of each sc around. Sl st to join.
Repeat Round 2 for 2-3 more rounds, or until the cuff reaches your desired height (approx. 0.75 – 1 inch). Fasten off CC, leaving a tail for weaving. Weave in ends.
Repeat for the second ankle cuff.
Part 6: Finishing & Embellishments
- Weave in all remaining yarn ends securely.
Waistband Ribbon:
- Take your pink ribbon. Thread it through the stitches of the waistband, weaving it in and out, approximately in the middle of the white band. Tie a neat little bow at the center front of the waistband.
Ankle Bows:
- Take your white ribbon. For each ankle, cut a piece approximately 6-8 inches long. Tie it into a small, neat bow.
- Securely sew one white bow to the center front of each ankle cuff. Ensure they are very securely attached for baby safety.
Final Touches:
- Gently block the pants if desired to even out the stitches and shape.
Congratulations! You’ve just created a cozy and adorable pair of Sweet Dreams Crochet Baby Pants. These are sure to be a comfortable and charming addition to any baby’s wardrobe!
