Description

On-the-Go Bunting – 1960s Vintage Crochet Pattern: Instant PDF Download

Size: Up to 12 Months

Vivid, warm, and wonderfully retro — this 1960s vintage baby crochet pattern is a full on-the-go bunting worked in bold multicolor loop stitch stripes, originally featured in McCall’s Super Baby Book. The design is a complete baby cocoon: an all-in-one suit with sleeves, a pointed hood, front zipper opening, and crocheted tie fastenings at the neck. Worked in cheerful red, royal blue, kelly green, and yellow worsted weight yarn, it’s the kind of heirloom baby crochet pattern that feels as special to make as it does to give.

Design & Construction Details

Skill Level: Intermediate.
Construction: Worked flat in separate pieces (back, front panels, sleeves, hood) and seamed. Front zipper sewn in; neck edging and beading crocheted on after assembly.
Finished Measurements: Sized for babies up to 1 year.
Pattern Style: Written in standard US crochet terms with full abbreviations and hook/needle size conversion charts included.
Stitches: Single crochet, slip stitch, loop/pat stitch worked in rows with multicolor stripe sequence.

Recommended Materials & Tools

Yarn: Worsted weight knitting yarn — 2 × 4 oz skeins each of red, royal blue, kelly green, and yellow (8 skeins total).
Use standard modern worsted weight acrylic or wool-blend yarn such as Patons Classic Wool Worsted Yarn or Lion Brand Worsted Yarn.
Crochet Hook: US size I or J (approx 5.5–6 mm), or size needed to obtain gauge.
Notions: 18″ (46 cm) red zipper; yarn / tapestry needle for finishing.
Gauge: 3 sc = 1″ (2.5 cm); 4 rows = 1″ (2.5 cm).

This is a digitally restored PDF crochet pattern

Upon purchase, you will receive an instant digital download — a clean, easily readable PDF. The original vintage instructions have been digitally enhanced, reformatted, and checked for clarity, ensuring a smooth crafting experience from start to finish.