Adjustable Diaper
Cover Pattern
Sizes 0-9 mo, it is adjustable on waist and
can fit most any baby.
Supplies
Hook size H
Yarn worsted weight (one ball of almost any
worsted weight yarn will do, this pattern does not take too much yarn)
Tapestry needle
(Yarn and hook size can be altered to make
size bigger or smaller.)
Terms:
Ch- chain
Sc- single crochet
Dc- double crochet
Terms:
Ch- chain
Sc- single crochet
Dc- double crochet
Trc- triple crochet
Ss- slip stitch
Ch 55
Row 1: sc 1 in second ch from hook, sc 1 in every st across,
ch 1 and turn (54 st)
Row 2: trc across, ch 1 turn (54 st)
These Triple crochet are the button holes
which makes these easily adjustable for different size babies.
Row 3: sc 1 in every st across, fasten off
(count in 16 stitches from the right on last
row worked and attach yarn with a ss in the same st)
Row 4: ch 3 dc 1 in next 24 across, ch 1 turn
(24 st)
Row 5: sc 1 in every st across, ch 3 turn (24
st)
Row 6-9: repeat rows 4-5 twice
Row 10: dc2tog, dc 1 in next 20, dc2tog, ch 1
turn (22 st)
Row 11: sc2tog, sc 1 in next 18, sc2tog, ch 3
turn (20 st)
Row 12: dc2tog, dc 1 in next 16, dc2tog, ch 1
turn (18 st)
Row 13: sc2tog, sc 1 in next 14, sc2tog, ch 3 turn (16 st)
Row 14: dc2tog, dc 1 in next 12, dc2tog, ch1
turn (14 st)
Row 15: sc 1 in every st across, ch 3 turn
(14 st)
Row 16: Dc 1 in every st across, ch 1 turn
(14 st)
Row 17-20: repeat row 15-16
Row 21: sc 1 in every st across ch 3 turn (14
st)
Row 22: dc 2 in first st, dc 1 in every st
across ch 1, turn (15 st)
Row 23: sc 2 in first st, sc 1 in every st
across ch 3 turn (16 st)
Row 24: dc 1 in every st across, ch 1, turn
(16 st)
Row 25: sc 1 in every st across, ch 3 turn
(16 st)
Row 26: dc 1 in every st across, ch 1 turn
(16 st) Fasten off weave in ends
Switch to contrasting color, ch 1 and finish with
sc all the way. Fasten off and weave in
ends
Tip: use 2 st on the turns of each corner
Attach button on side of work where you are
seeing the right side of the lining color.
Fasten off, and weave in ends.
Enjoy!!!
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ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this! I made it last night, it's adorable! I did want to let you know I think I found a mistake. Where you note "Row 17-21" it should be "Row 17-20" (to end with a dc row), then all the row numbers after that would be 1 less, for a total of 26 rows.
ReplyDeleteThank you soooo much I must have miscounted.
DeleteIn case you'd like to see, here's what I made. I love that the pattern is so versatile. This is a gift for a mom-to-be whose hubby is a baseball player :)
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Thank you for sharing! That is adorable!!
DeleteStopping by from Repeat Crafter Me's blog as she mentioned your pattern. Such lovely patterns, thank you so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLove this pattern and wanted to thank you for sharing. I do have a question about row 14. Is row 14 supposed to be dc or sc? It starts out dc 2 together and then goes to sc and sc last 2 together.
ReplyDeleteAgain I want to thank you for sharing.
Thank for the catch! I have corrected the mistype :)
ReplyDeletethank you for blog.
ReplyDeletebut i have a question.
what is mean of (dc2tog)
I'm Arabic girl i didn't understand what i can did on it
thank you for helping
DC2TOG means to Double Crochet 2 together, it is to decrease. please let me know if you have any more questions
DeleteAmber
Oh finally i know what is mean
Deleteand i do it ! :D
I'm so happy for helping me
thank you very much lovely :)
This pattern is GREAT! I have looked all over and tried many different diaper cover patterns and I could never get them to turn out right. I got this right on the first try and it turned out adorable! Thank you so much for sharing it!
ReplyDeleteI love it! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteciao a tutte, qualcuno me lo può tradurre in italiano?? o un disegno?? grazie
ReplyDeleteI was wondering what you suggest to make this for 12 month size? I figure it's in the chaining, but since I have no idea how long to make the chain, I'm sort of at a loss. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteSorry took me so long to get back to you, what I would do is take one of the childes diapers and chain out the initial number to match as long as the diaper, when the flaps are open. Then follow the pattern as far as whether to sc, dc or triple crochet. you will want to keep the pattern for reference on how much to increase and decrease, but mostly you will be following the size of your child's regular diaper.
DeleteIf this seems to confusing please let me know and I will try to come up with the pattern asap.
My other suggestion is if you just increase the number of the initial ch, remember to also increase the length to make it bigger in all directions.
I am pretty new to crocheting and I was wondering if you had a pattern for a larger diaper cover or a suggestion to make it larger like up to 18 months
ReplyDeletewhat I would do is take one of the child's diapers and chain out the initial number to match as long as the diaper, when the flaps are open. Then follow the pattern as far as whether to sc, dc or triple crochet. you will want to keep the pattern for reference on how much to increase and decrease, but mostly you will be following the size of your child's regular diaper.
DeleteIf this seems to confusing please let me know and I will try to come up with the pattern asap.
My other suggestion is if you just increase the number of the initial ch, remember to also increase the length to make it bigger in all directions.
All my children are 5 and up wanted pattern for a photo session was thinking of adding a few stitches to each row. Having an actual diaper would be helpful If you could come up with a pattern that would be great. :)
ReplyDeleteOk so here is my attempt.... Let me know if this sounds about right
ReplyDeleteCh 63
Row 1: sc 1 in second ch from hook, sc 1 in every st across, ch 1 and turn (62 st)
Row 2: trc across, ch 1 turn (62 st)
Row 3: sc 1 in every st across, fasten off
(count in 18 stitches from the right on last row worked and attach yarn with a ss in the same st)
Row 4: ch 3 dc 1 in next 28 across, ch 1 turn (28 st)
Row 5: sc 1 in every st across, ch 3 turn (28 st)
Row 6-11: repeat rows 4-5 three times
Row 12: dc2tog, dc 1 in next 20, dc2tog, ch 1 turn (26 st)
Row 13: sc2tog, sc 1 in next 18, sc2tog, ch 3 turn (24 st)
Row 14: dc2tog, dc 1 in next 16, dc2tog, ch 1 turn (22 st)
Row 15: sc2tog, sc 1 in next 14, sc2tog, ch 3 turn (20 st)
Row 16: dc2tog, dc 1 in next 12, dc2tog, ch1 turn (18 st)
Row 17: sc 1 in every st across, ch 3 turn (18 st)
Row 18: Dc 1 in every st across, ch 1 turn (18 st)
Row 19-22: repeat row 17-18
Row 23: sc 1 in every st across ch 3 turn (18 st)
Row 24: dc 2 in first st, dc 1 in every st across ch 1, turn (19 st)
Row 25: sc 2 in first st, sc 1 in every st across ch 3 turn (20 st)
Row 26: dc 1 in every st across, ch 1, turn (20 st)
Row 27: sc 1 in every st across, ch 3 turn (20 st)
Row 28: dc 1 in every st across, ch 1, turn (20 st)
Row 29: sc 1 in every st across, ch 3 turn (20 st)
Row 30: dc 1 in every st across, ch 1 turn (20 st) Fasten off weave in ends
Switch to contrasting color, ch 1 and finish with sc all the way. Fasten off and weave in ends
Tip: use 2 st on the turns of each corner
Attach button on side of work where you are seeing the right side of the lining color. Fasten off, and weave in ends.
Im sorry I missed this comment. Have you tested your pattern yet?
DeleteThank you so much for listing a larger size for this pattern. I've been scouring the net for days...I've made several of these newborn diaper covers and they turn out beautifully. Thank you so much for all your sharing.
DeleteI have done diaper covers before using other patterns, but most of them are to small. I hope this one works :)
DeleteThank you! I made your larger version and it came out great. The numbers are a bit off in the decrease area, but it was no problem to adjust accordingly. I really appreciated your work! I'll post a link with my adaptation of it when I am finished.
DeleteHere's my completed project: https://www.facebook.com/266554676797036/photos/a.439551942830641.1073741826.266554676797036/720313758087790/?type=1&theater
DeleteIn row 24 -25, why do we put two dc/sc in one stich? Thank you
DeleteLast few rows are increases so it fits around the legs. That's why you put two stitches in one.
DeleteSweetpea the numbers on the fillowing rows are incorrect.
DeleteRow 12: dc2tog, dc 1 in next 20, dc2tog, ch 1 turn (26 st)EXAMOLE: dc2 tog, dc 1 in next 20, dc2 tog cu 1 turn this makes 22 stitches not 26 and would leave 4 stitches not used. Same in the next several rows.
Row 13: sc2tog, sc 1 in next 18, sc2tog, ch 3 turn (24 st)
Row 14: dc2tog, dc 1 in next 16, dc2tog, ch 1 turn (22 st)
Row 15: sc2tog, sc 1 in next 14, sc2tog, ch 3 turn (20 st)
Row 16: dc2tog, dc 1 in next 12, dc2tog, ch1 turn (18 st)
I made a whole outfit, and I used this pattern for the diaper cover! I uploaded a picture and a link to your site to my blog! Check it out.
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I am glad you like it :) Thank you!
DeleteThanks so much makeing such wonderful things here, found from repeat after me. I have a baby shower in jan. and she wants a monkey things for him so i made a newborn hat and put ears on it then used your dipper cover and added a "butt" and long curled tail! also used your pattern for cuffed boots in matching colors, thanks for the inspiration!!!
ReplyDeleteAh that sounds sooo cute! Thank you for the kind words!!
DeleteWhat does TOG mean?
ReplyDeleteTogether :)
DeleteHi Amber,
ReplyDeletethank you a lo for that pattern xxx
But I have a problem :( I am stuck on that place: 'DC2TOG means to Double Crochet 2 together, it is to decrease ' even you explain it, I don' know what does it mean still :( Could you help me? xxx
Yes you r correct it means to decrease
DeleteThank you for answer, but I still don't know how to do that... should I put 2 DC in one stitch or how? Sorry, I'm Polish, so English sometimes is hard for me, and I'm beginner, so I still need to lear so much :)) Thank you xxx
Deleteok, I found video how to do that :) thank you a lot againn xxx
DeleteYes dc2tog means to decrease. :)
ReplyDeleteHi there, do you mind if I sell items made using this pattern?
ReplyDeleteThanks!
Lexie
Feel free to sell what you make :) I love to see pictures!
DeleteYa te sigo y muchas gracias por el patron!!! Tenia muchas ganas de hacerle uno a mi bebe :3
ReplyDeleteLo acabo de realzar y me quedo heeeermoso muchisimas gracias de verdad :D
ReplyDeleteHow's the fit on a newborn?? I want to make a couple for my friend expecting in a few weeks and am wondering if I should use a smaller hook or fewer stitches for a new baby. :) I'm thankful for people like you who post great patterns for people like me who can't figure it out on our own. LOL :)
ReplyDeleteI think it fits most newborn babies because it is adjustable, however my kids were pretty big. You could try to just short the pattern a few rows and stitches. Hope it turns out good!!
DeleteAmber
Hello...thank you so much for the pattern! :) I have a question on Row 6-9 ...it says to repeat rows 4-5 twice.....what do you mean by "twice" ? ...sorry might be a dumb question :/ I'm just confused
ReplyDeleteThanks so much :)
I added a few rows to give my baby recipient some more grow room and two buttons to give it some adjusting. Thank you for a terrific pattern! http://lisa.voidcast.ca/?p=25804 you can see my piece there.
ReplyDeleteI just started my own crochet business on Etsy.com and have yet to get a whole lot of sales, but I am makeing for and more items all the time...I have been looking all over the internet for a cute diaper cover pattern and I found it :) Thank u so much for your great site :) I will deffinitely be coming back here often :)
ReplyDeletePS my shop name on etsy is torries creations...
What size button would you recommend not to slip through the trc? Thank you for this cover!! :))
ReplyDeleteI would use a one inch button :)
DeleteDo you think 3/4 inch buttons would work?
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DeleteI would love to make this for my future sister in laws daughter. She's turning 2.. Should I make the waist bigger?? If so should I chain a few more??
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ReplyDeleteHi,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for the pattern. I have just finished making one for my first grandchild due in August. It looks really tiny, but its been a while since I've seen a diaper. Anyway, my question is; Do you happen to have the dimensions of the cover when its open?
Thanks again!
can I ask what size buttons you used?
ReplyDeleteI have to ask a question that sounds silly. at the beginning of row 10 you say to DC2TOG then dc next 20. Where does the turning chain factor in? I've tried this a few ways now and I either don't have enough stitches remaining to do the final dc2tog or my rows are lopsided since only the far side is getting the decrease. so I guess my question is really how do you decrease a double using the turning chain? If that's what's meant to be done... thanks!!
ReplyDeleteIf im picturing your question correctly, you would make your chain-yarn over and insert hook in the same space-then insert hook in the next space and continue with the dc2tg. Im not the best teacher so you can also google "dc2tg" and learn the few ways there are to do it and find the one that works best for you. Hope it was of some help.
DeleteI am so sorry I missed this, yes the above comment is correct.
DeleteJessica Roby, youre question is not silly. Emily Adams, im sorry girl but your answer doesnt make any sense either. According to your answer, ill have my hook in 2 holes at once and you just cant do it. You forgot yo tell us what to donafter inserting the hook in the first hole before inserting in the second. Its not a bpcd. Can someone please shed some light on this for me because I am stuck.
DeleteYes, I found this confusing as well. I didn't have another space at the end of the row to do a DC2TOG, so I undid it and when I ch3 and turned, I used that ch3 space as my first hole.
DeleteHi there! I did this pattern for my nephew, and I posted a blog about how I did it on my blog. I did give you credit for it, of course! It turned out great! Thank you for the pattern, and you can check out my blog post here: http://craftsbymp.wordpress.com/2013/06/20/his-hers-usmc-dress-blues-diaper-cover/
ReplyDeleteThank you!!
DeleteI googled diaper cover and your blog showed up... thank God! it is such a cute pattern..however i have a question... I live in Venezuela and we do not crochet with yarn... we use thread. what size is this supposed to be in inches? so i can adapt it? thanks again for such a clever pattern
ReplyDeleteI have worked this many many times, the waist band where the button stitches are is approx 17 in. the rise back to front is approx 10 inches and the width of the front flap where the button attaches is approx 5 inches at 16 stitches and sc around. Hope this helps :)
Deletethank you for your responds here!! I do not always get the comments in my email for some reason :(
DeleteI love this pattern I use it for all sorts of things! Here is a link to my Facebook page, I am sorry I have not got to posting where I get all of my patterns from yet. But here is a link to a cover set that I made using this pattern.
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Thank you for sharing!! I love it :)
DeleteHi, I have not crocheted for years and also can't remember how big new borns are! Can you give me an idea of how long the starting piece should be so I know if I need to alter hook size. Yarn & hooks here in UK are different to yours!
ReplyDeleteThanks
I am confused by row 6-9 when it says twice
ReplyDeletesame here do you mean do twice for each row or just to repeat the previous steps twice to count as rows 6-9?
ReplyDeleteRepeat row 4=6 & 8, row 5 =7 & 9.
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful diaper cover. Thank you for the free pattern. Would you grant permission to sell any finished product from your patterns?
ReplyDeleteHello Amber,thank you for sharing this pattern. I am a beginner in crocheting and I just stopped after triple crochet and don't know(don't understand)how to continue with Row 3,4,5... I don't know if it is possible to make a drawing of pattern :) maybe visually it would be easy understandable for such beginners like me :)) I would love to finish this diaper. Tanks a lot, kindly Kristina
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ReplyDeleteHi Amber I'm new to crocheting items other than baby booties and beanies I haven't done much, my question is I'm at row 10 and there are 24 st, I ch3 turn then dc2/tog that is 2 st with 2 dc in them then you do 20 doc in each st making 22 so far then you do 2 more dc2/tog to my count I'm still getting 24 st what is wrong with my thinking process can you help me to try an understand this part? Do I skip a stitch on each end? I'm not sure what to do. Help lol
ReplyDeleteCan anyone help me with row 10?
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone have any gauge measurements or approximate finished size?
ReplyDeleteI have 2 questions please. And i apologize if they seem silly. 1) on rnd 2, is out understood that i should chain 4 for the trc ? 2)with the rows that have dc, why do we chain 1 from the previous round , turn and then chain 3? I mean, won't that give me 4 chains?
ReplyDeleteack. sorry for the misspelled words.. did it from my cell and .. well.. autocorrect you know. but the question should be : is it understood that I should chain 4 for the trc or do I just go from a sc into a trc in the same stitch. thx.
ReplyDeleteI want to thank you for this pattern. with it as a starter I've made minnie &Mickey mouse &teddy bear &many more diaper covers. thank you for sharing
ReplyDeleteGreat pattern!
ReplyDeleteCould I share this pattern with some variations on my blog? I would use my own photos and link to your post. (lovinglifeinpink.blogspot.com)
Thanks!
I have a question, in row six through nine am i supposed to repeat 4-5 twice. in row 6 then repeat 4-5 twice .. in row 7, then repeat 4-5 twice in row8, then repeat 4+5 twice in row 9?
ReplyDeletehttp://www.owlhaven.net/2011/12/06/how-to-sew-a-cloth-diaper/
ReplyDeleteI've found this helpful to gauge the diaper sizes
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ReplyDeleteI am very happy to read your articles it’s very useful for me,
ReplyDeleteand I am completely satisfied with your website.
All comments and articles are very useful and very good.
Your blog is very attention-grabbing. I am loving all of the in.
turn you are sharing with each one!….
Hello Flowerscreations,
ReplyDeleteI was just stopping by Repeat Crafter Me and finished your sweet Diaper Pattern. I also introduce your Blog on my german Website.
If you`d like to see my result of the diaper cover, please have a click on http://imanimanuo.blogspot.de/2014/05/nachgehakelt-anleitungen.html
Hello, I'm new to your site...I want to make your diaper cover for my granddaughter using 100% cotton ,,
ReplyDeleteIt is 4 ply worsted weight. This will be the first time I will crochet with cotton. Do you know if I should use the same hook and stitches you have written or would I need to adjust it because of the cotton.
If you have any suggestions please let me know.
I can't wait to see how cute she will look in it!
Thank you for the pattern,
Susan
Yes, you can use the same hook and stitch counts when it is cotton. I hope it turned out good. :D
DeleteHi. When working on Row 10: dc2tog, dc 1 in next 20, dc2tog, ch 1 turn (22 st) does the ch 1 count as one of the total 20 st in row 11? Thanks :D
ReplyDeleteDo you have the finished measurements in inches for this? I am a tight crocheter, so I always have to adjust.
ReplyDeleteHi
ReplyDeleteI was wondering what I need to do to substitute loops and thread yarn #5
I just made this diaper cover in white and on 4 rows on the back I added ruffles and I put a pink button on it and it turned out so cute!!! So thanks for sharing thia pattern
ReplyDeleteCan this diaper cover pattern be adjusted for a premie baby?
ReplyDeleteI'm having some difficulty with the decreasing rows. Am I correct, counting the chain as the first stitch in the row? Row 10 came out fine with the correct number of stitches. When I sc turn and sc row 11, it stops 4 stitches from the end
ReplyDeleteThank you for the pattern but what is your gauge or what is the gauge supposed to be??
ReplyDeleteI love how easy this pattern was to read and do. I used Red Heart worsted 4, cherry red and a white trim.I also used size G hook. My granddaughter is 1 month old has her body is 14" around. It fits her perfect.
ReplyDeleteI love this! May I use this to make and possibly sell the ones I make. I used most of yours but changed it using Repeat Crafter Me to make the bottoms for Mickey mouse.
ReplyDeleteUgh I am so dense sometimes where do I sew the button?
ReplyDeleteSilly as it sounds, I am unsure of this as well!
DeleteWhat is the length of the 54 stitch waist band? I am having to improvise as I do not have the correct size hook or wool!
ReplyDeleteI looooove this pattern! I made it in a Mickey inspired for my son and my cousin asked me to make her son one but he's 12-18 months would you be able to help me with that?
ReplyDeleteHi, I just finished this and am making it for a 9 month old. It looks so tiny! Maybe I'm just not used to seeing small diapers anymore. Am I correct in following the pattern as it was given? For the 9 month size, should I have used a bigger hook size? I used the H hook as suggested. Please let me know as I have no one to test it on. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI was just wondering the same thing. Same as for the Sc
ReplyDeleteThank you for your diaper cover pattern. I have a 3 month old granddaughter and needed a diaper cover for a dress I just crocheted. Your pattern was very simple quick and easy, again thank you.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your diaper cover pattern. I have a 3 month old granddaughter and needed a diaper cover for a dress I just crocheted. Your pattern was very simple quick and easy, again thank you.
ReplyDeleteHow do I make this for a 18 month old? With 2 buttons?
ReplyDeleteOn row 10 do I chain 3 and go in second stitch from hook or start from very first stitch thanks
ReplyDeleteSame question.
DeleteIt's written so that you start in the same stitch as the chain. But I'm going to try something different next time. I'm going to count the chain 3 as a stitch because on one side if the cover there are sort of rounded ends where the other side does not. It's because of the ch 3 plus dc.
DeleteIt's written so that you start in the same stitch as the chain. But I'm going to try something different next time. I'm going to count the chain 3 as a stitch because on one side if the cover there are sort of rounded ends where the other side does not. It's because of the ch 3 plus dc.
DeleteIt's written so that you start in the same stitch as the chain. But I'm going to try something different next time. I'm going to count the chain 3 as a stitch because on one side if the cover there are sort of rounded ends where the other side does not. It's because of the ch 3 plus dc.
Deletewould i decrease chain to make this for a newborn? Has anyone made it for a newborn? Help!!!
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ReplyDeleteLooks like a lovely pattern. Thank you so much. I'm wondering though, for the 1st row, at the end, wouldn't it be chain 4 and turn?
ReplyDeleteThanks for the pattern. I used it to make for my 2 month old granddaughter.
ReplyDeleteAny pattern for a 12 month fit? Love this!!
ReplyDeleteHi I was wondering if the chains at the beginning of each round count as a stitch?
ReplyDeleteThank you in advance wonderful pattern thankyou
Thank you for the quick and easy to follow pattern. I made my 1st just now and I'm definitely looking to make lots more 😁😁😁
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your cute pattern. 😊
ReplyDeleteStopping by from repeatcrafterme she mentioned your diaper cover. Lovely pattern and easy to follow. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHi, thanks for the pattern! It worked out great.
ReplyDeleteGood day,
ReplyDeleteI'm slightly confused as to what to do here:
Row 3: sc 1 in every st across, fasten off
(count in 16 stitches from the right on last row worked and attach yarn with a ss in the same st)
Please can someone explain to me
Please please can someone please help me, I'm not sure how to work this part that I added here.
ReplyDeleteRow 3: sc 1 in every st across, fasten off
(count in 16 stitches from the right on last row worked and attach yarn with a ss in the same st)
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