Toddler Playsuits Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Ruth Maddock
Needle Size

US 3 / 3.25mm, US 6 / 4.0mm
Needle Type

Straight, Double-pointed
Techniques

Stocking Stitch

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

Knit special summer outfits for babies and toddlers with Ruth Maddock's stripy DK knitting pattern

This set of two knitting patterns includes a set of dungarees, hat and socks, and a cute dress, hat and shoes set. Both are knitted in a cotton blend DK yarn. Feel free to experiment with different shades for the stripe sequence. The dungarees could be made into a more girly garment by changing the colourway, while the
socks and shoes are perfect for either gender. Download this toddler knitting pattern to create handmade outfits for your children this summer.

Sizing

Age: 0-3 (6-9, 12-15, 18-21) months
Chest size: 41 (46, 51, 56) cm
Actual chest: 45 (52.5, 56, 65) cm
Inside leg: 10 (11, 12, 13) cm

Hat circumference: 29 (34, 38, 43) cm
Sock foot length: 9 (10, 11, 12) cm
Shoe length: 10 (11, 12, 13) cm

What You'll Need

Dungarees:
Yarn: DK, (A) Denim Blue, 2 (3, 3, 4) 50g balls; (B) Light Blue; (C) Cream, two 50g balls of each
Needles: 4mm, straight; 3.25mm straight; 3.25mm set of four double-pointed or circular (optional)
Buttons: seven
Stitch markers
Stitch holder

Dress
Yarn: DK, (A) Bright Pink, 2 (3, 3, 4) 50g balls; (B) Lilac; (C) Light Pink, two 50g balls of each
Needles: 4mm, straight; 4mm circular; 3.25mm circular; 3.25mm straight; 3.25mm, set of four double-pointed (optional)
Buttons: two for dress, two for shoes
Stitch markers
Stitch holder

Skills and stitches used

Knit
Purl
Increase
Decrease
Short row shaping
Cast on
Cast off
Stripes
Rib
Buttonholes
How to change colour

Meet the designer

Ruth Maddock has designed adorable baby knitting patterns and we adore this stripy set. If you like this pattern, you can find more baby knits here.

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