Baby Dress and Headband Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Beginner
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Susie Johns
Needle Size

US 2.5 / 3.0mm, US 3 / 3.25mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

knit, Purl, Rib

Safety Notice: Handmade items made from this pattern may contain small parts or long cords that pose choking or strangulation risks. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please see the full safety disclaimer at letsknit.co.uk/safety.

What you need to know

Create a sweet-as-can-be dress and matching headband with Susie Johns’ simple knitting pattern.

With its sleeveless yoke and puffball skirt, this simple pull-on dress can be worn alone or as a pinafore over a T-shirt or jumper, featuring contrast-coloured borders that highlight the knitted flowers and bows scattered across the plain yoke. The leftover yarn is perfect for creating a matching headband or even tiny coordinating accessories, making the whole set delightfully cohesive.

What you need

Yarn: Debbie Bliss Cashmerino DK, (A) shade 042 Rose Pink, four 50g balls, (B) shade 027 Deep Pink, one 50g ball. Small amount of green DK yarn for embroidery
Needles: 3.25mm circular, 60cm long; 4mm circular, 60cm long
Stitch holders, four
Tapestry needle
Narrow ribbon, green, 1m

Sizing

Pinafore dress: 12-18 (18-24) months
To fit chest: 52-54 (56-58)cm
Length from shoulder to hem: 37 (39)cm
Width across back: 29 (31) cm
Headband circumference: 45.5cm

Meet the designer

Susie Johns is an experienced crafter, specialising in knitting, papercrafts and embroidery. She contributes regularly to a number of craft magazines and is the author of a range of books on practical subjects, such as collage, painting, papier-mâché and more. If you enjoyed this pattern, we think you'll love Susie's Bride & Groom teddy bear pattern.

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