A timeless, classic dress in washable wool that can be worn for years to come. Pick up stitches and knit down from the hem – maybe in stripes – to add inches as she grows.

Skill Level
Intermediate

Sizes
3 (6, 12, 18) months. Shown in 12 months and 18 months

Finished Measurements
Chest: 16 (18, 19½, 20¼)“
Length: 14½ (15¾, 17¾, 20)”

Yarn
Liberty Wool by Classic Elite Yarns
(100% washable wool; 50 g = approx 122 yards)
3 (4, 5, 5) balls 7849 Lapis (size 18 months) or 7856 Hydrangea (size 12 months)

Needles
Circular knitting needles (24”) in sizes US 3 and 5 (3.25 and 3.75 mm) or size to obtain gauge.

Other Materials
Crochet hook in size US D/3 (3.25 mm)
Four ½“ buttons
Stitch holders or waste yarn
Stitch marker

Gauge
23 sts and 30 rnds/rows = 4” in St st using larger needle. Take time to save time, check your gauge.