The pattern originally appeared in Woman’s Weekly magazine between 1950 and 1953.

The tiny nightdress has set-in sleeves, a collar, button band and crochet trim, as well as a contrast picot edging to the hem and collar.

It will fit small dolls of about six and a half inches.

The Rosebud Twins book suggests 3 ply; one of the thicker lace weights would also be good. Only 10 grams are required, plus a small amount in another colour, and two tiny buttons