Free Crochet Baby Cocoon Patterns

Crochet baby cocoons are something new and are really useful. Everyone seems to be looking for the patterns. I hadn't heard of these until my granddaughter became pregnant and a friend sent some baby clothes. When I found the cocoon, I was a little puzzled and my granddaughter filled me in as to what it was.

Since I crochet, of course I had to try making one of these. They keep babies warm and are especially useful for newborns and when used while the mother is nursing. You don't have to worry about baby becoming unwrapped while you use the cocoon or having little toes peek out. They are especially nice for winter babies, but work well on cool summer evenings too.

They are much like the papooses that Indian women used. They look just like the name implies, a cocoon. They are usually crocheted from the bottom up and are made in just one piece. You'll find the patterns are easy to crochet. These would make great gifts.

Here are some links to free crochet patterns. All patterns will need to be printed. One of the patterns require Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer.

This cocoon is a little different than the others, because it is open rather than closed and makes more of a bassinet rather than a blanket. It is from Christina's Crochet Haven.

The cocoon is crocheted with Red Heart Buttercup yarn and is as soft and fluffy as can be. The pattern is offered in PDF format, so you will need Adobe installed on your computer.

The pattern was created with Caron Simply Soft Yarn and a size J crochet hook. Two strands of yarn were crocheted together. You'll have to scroll down to find the pattern on the page.

Crochet this snugly cocoon for baby. It is an easy project since it just uses single and double crochet stitches. It is crocheted with fine yarn and a size J crochet hook.

This free baby cocoon crochet pattern is brought to you by "Chicken Stitches". It is a simple pattern for beginners.

Lion Brand Pound of Love yarn was used to create this cute cocoon pattern that includes a hat. This pattern is recommended for the Intermediate crocheter. You'll need an I hook to complete the project.

The cocoon even has a mermaid tail. It is crocheted with Red Heart Super Saver yarn. This is a cutie.

This cocoon is crocheted from just one skein of Lion Brand Homespun. It won't cost you very much to make.

This free pattern was designed for those who would like to crochet for charity. It is just 14" long, so would probably work well for a small newborn or preemie baby.

Enjoy the free patterns.

Provides more links to free baby cocoon patterns.

Chunky yarn a size 6mm hook was used for this pattern. The bottom looks like any cocoon, but the hat has an owl head.

This pattern is rated Easy to Intermediate. The pattern uses super chunky weight yarn and a size J hook.

You'll need 6 1/2 ounces of worsted weight yarn and a size I hook. You'll also need narrow ribbon as it is worked into the stitches. She mentions that she crochets tightly, so you'll need to check the gauge and may need a larger hook.