The directions get a bit confusing once you get to the left front neck… The pattern requires careful reading.

I moved the buttonholes closer to the edge, as I’m planning to work a single crochet border around the whole shebang. I should have worked one more buttonhole at the top.

The buttons are 5/8” “Colors Favorite Findings” in color no. 2. Very affordable! $.99 for a pkg of 20 at JoAnn.

Probably should have used size 7 needles, but couldn’t find them!

Update: The fit is more like 18 months. It’s plenty roomy in circumference, but isn’t all that long. The neckline is a little wide, too. I should have used larger buttons. Overall it’s a hit, though, and Erik looks cute and is warm and cozy in it!