Tea Party

Introducing the charming Tea Party Dress—an enchanting knitting pattern that your little one will absolutely adore for her next delightful tea party! This delightful dress features puffy Princess sleeves, an easy color work design, and a stylish garter stitch belt, making it a must-have outfit for any special occasion. The Tea Party Dress is seamlessly knitted from the top down, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable knitting experience. The color work is neatly charted, complemented by simple embroidery techniques, allowing you to personalize the dress beautifully. Don't wait too long—cast on today to ensure you're not late for the festivities!

This adorable pattern comes in a variety of sizes: 6 months, 12 months, 18 months, 24 months, 2 years, 4 years, 6 years, and 8 years, with the dress sample shown in size 2 for a typical 2-year-old.
Finished Chest Size: 17 (18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 25, 27) inches
Finished Length: 9 (9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12) inches

This pattern calls for Spud & Chloë™ Sweater yarn, a luxurious superwash blend of 55% wool and 45% organic cotton. You will need 100 grams of yarn, which provides approximately 160 yards (146m). The recommended colors for the project are:
Grape Jelly (7516) – 2 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 4, 5) skeins (Main Color)
Jelly Bean (7513) – 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1) skeins (CC1)
Ice Cream (7500) – 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1) skeins (CC2)

To achieve the perfect fit, the gauge for this pattern is 20 stitches and 49 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch. Use US 6 (4 mm) 16” circular needles—though you may prefer a 24” circular needle when working on the larger sizes—to ensure your knitting meets the gauge requirements.

Create a magical wardrobe piece for your child’s next tea party with this stunning knitting pattern. The Tea Party Dress is not just a project; it’s a treasured addition to any little girl’s collection. Grab your needles and start crafting today!