Use these general instructions, motif options, and guidelines to create your own one-of-akind christening gown.

Finished Size Adjustable; 20-inch (50.1-cm) chest (child’s size 1)

Yarn Cotton or linen thread or a fine laceweight wool

Needles 18-inch (45.7-cm) circular and double-pointed needles in the size needed to obtain gauge

Notions Crochet hook suitable for the thread or yarn size, stitch markers; three .25-inch (6 mm) buttons

Gauge 32 stitches = 4 inches (10.2 cm)