Mauve Heart Patch Cocoon Coat: Free Crochet Pattern
Introduction
The Mauve Heart Patch Cocoon Coat is a soft, drapey layer designed for anyone who loves a cozy, oversized silhouette without the bulk of a heavy winter coat. It is worked from one large rectangle of plum sport-weight cotton in the textured alpine stitch, then folded and seamed at the sides to create a relaxed cocoon shape with straight sleeves. Five little mauve hearts are scattered across the back for a sweet, handmade touch. The finished coat feels breathable and light on the shoulders, making it perfect for layering over a tee in spring or a turtleneck in fall.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Sport weight (CYC 2), 100% cotton, 50g/125yds (115m) per skein.
- Plum (MC): 10 skeins (about 1250 yds / 1143 m)
- Mauve (CC): 1 skein (about 125 yds / 114 m)
- Hook: 4.0 mm (US G-6) crochet hook
- Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch markers, scissors, tape measure, blocking mats and pins
- Finished size: To fit bust 34–40" (86–102 cm). Width across back: 24" (61 cm). Length: 28" (71 cm). Sleeve length from shoulder: 18" (46 cm).
Abbreviations
- ch – chain
- dc – double crochet
- fpdc – front post double crochet (work the dc around the post of the stitch below, from the front, instead of into the top of the stitch)
- hdc – half double crochet
- sc – single crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- rep – repeat
- MC – main color (plum)
- CC – contrast color (mauve)
Gauge
16 sts and 12 rows = 4" (10 cm) in alpine stitch pattern. Work a small swatch in the pattern and measure a 4" section in the middle; if you have more stitches than 16, go up a hook size, and if you have fewer, go down.
Tips Before You Start
- The rectangle is worked flat and then folded, so keep your tension even across the full width — the side seams will show any wobble in the edges.
- Alpine stitch alternates fpdc and dc rows. Mark the first stitch of each row so you never lose your place in the repeat.
- Try the coat on (or pin it) before seaming the sides so you can adjust the armhole opening to suit you.
- Cotton blocks beautifully — a light wet block at the end will even out the texture and soften the drape.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Main Rectangle (MC)
Row 1: Ch 98, dc in 4th ch from hook, dc in each ch across (96 dc).
Row 2: Ch 3, turn, [fpdc around next st, dc in next st] rep across, ending with dc (96 sts).
Row 3: Ch 3, turn, [dc in next st, fpdc around next st] rep across, ending with dc (96 sts).
Rows 4–84: Rep Rows 2–3 (84 rows total). Fasten off.
Side Seams
Fold the rectangle in half lengthwise with right sides together. Join MC at the bottom corner. Seam: Sc evenly along the side edge for 18" (46 cm) from the bottom, leaving the remaining 10" (25 cm) open for the armhole. Fasten off. Rep on the other side. Fasten off.
Sleeves (make 2, MC)
Join MC at the armhole edge.
Rnd 1: Ch 3, work 36 dc evenly around the armhole, join with sl st (36 dc).
Rnds 2–18: Ch 3, [fpdc around next st, dc in next st] rep around, join (36 sts). Fasten off.
Rep for the second sleeve.
Heart Appliqués (make 5, CC)
Rnd 1: Ch 4, join with sl st to form a ring. Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc, 2 hdc, 1 dc, 2 hdc, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st in ring. Fasten off, leaving an 8" tail for sewing.
Assembly and Finishing
Weave in all ends. Block the coat lightly to the measurements above, pinning the seams and sleeve edges flat. Sew the five heart appliqués evenly across the back as desired, using the long tails and a tapestry needle. Sew buttons if desired (optional).
Pro Tips and Variations
- For a longer, duster-style coat, add rows to the main rectangle before folding — just remember to add the same amount to the side seams.
- Swap the mauve hearts for a single large heart centered on the back, or scatter them down one sleeve for a different look.
- Work the sleeves slightly longer or shorter by adding or removing rounds; the straight cylinder shape makes this easy.
