Maple's Dress
Introducing our delightful Knit Sundress Pattern, designed specifically for little girls who love to twirl! Crafted in a soft fingering weight yarn, this charming sundress will surely become a cherished piece in any young girl’s wardrobe. The entire dress is knitted in one seamless piece from hem to neckline, ensuring a smooth finish and plenty of comfort. Featuring adorable pleats at the waist, this design creates a beautiful, full skirt that’s perfect for joyful twirling and playful summer days.
Available Sizes:
This lovely sundress pattern comes in a variety of sizes: Girl’s 12 months (18 months, 2-3 years, 3-4 years). Tailored to fit and flatter, this pattern ensures every little girl can enjoy the perfect fit!
To Fit:
The dress is designed to accommodate a chest measurement of 18 (19, 20, 21½) inches, allowing room for comfort and movement.
Finished Measurements:
When complete, the sundress features a chest circumference of 17¾ (18¼, 19¼, 20¾) inches, with a bodice length of 5¾ (6¼, 6¾, 7¼) inches and an eye-catching skirt length of 8 (10, 12, 15) inches—ideal for showcasing those delightful twirls!
Yarn Information:
This pattern calls for fingering weight yarn, with a total yardage of 460 (565, 680, 860) yards in the main color (MC) and an additional 15 (20, 25, 30) yards in a contrasting color (CC). For a vibrant finish, we recommend using Sweet Paprika Messa di Voce, made from 100% superwash merino wool (50g/230 yds). For this size 3-4 years example, select 2 (3, 3, 4) skeins of Cotton Candy (MC) and 1 skein of Natural (CC).
Needles Required:
To get started on your beautiful sundress, you’ll need a Size 3 (3.25mm) circular needle that is 16" (40cm) long, along with two Size 3 (3.25mm) double-pointed needles for seamless finishing touches.
Hook and Notions:
A Size 2½ (3 mm) crochet hook will help with any finishing touches. You’ll also need some essential notions including a stitch marker, a yarn needle for weaving in ends, and 1" of twill tape or grosgrain ribbon, depending on the size (½ (¾, ¾, 1) yard). Plus, have a sewing needle and thread on hand for securing your pieces.
Gauge Information:
To ensure your sundress fits perfectly, aim for a gauge of 30 stitches and 40 rounds per 4 inches in Stockinette Stitch worked in the round.
This adorable Knit Sundress Pattern will not only challenge your knitting skills but also provide you with a stunning piece that any little girl will love to wear. Get ready to create a beautiful summer wardrobe staple that invites comfort and joy—perfect for those sunny days ahead!
