Knitting Pattern 105 – Leafy Lace Dress Set

Instructions for a truly stunning short-sleeved leaf-patterned dress with contrasting leaf-shaped edging.  There is a long-sleeved bolero to match, as well as a matching beanie hat and Mary Jane-style shoes.

To knit this stunning baby dress you need to be able to knit, purl, yarn forward, slip stitches, pass slipped stitches over, make stitches and pick up stitches.

You will need:

15-16” or 37.5-40cm Height (Approx 3-4lb Prem) Size

100g 4ply in main colour, 50g 4ply in contrast colour, 7 buttons, 1 x pr 2.75mm needles making a tension of 30sts and 38 rows to 10cm square over stocking stitch

16-17” or 40-42.5cm Height (Approx 4-6lb Prem) Size

150g 4ply in main colour, 50g 4ply in contrast colour, 7 buttons, 1 x pr 3.25mm needles making a tension of 28sts and 36 rows to 10cm square over stocking stitch

18-19” or 45-47.5cm Height (Approx 6-7lb Newborn) Size

150g 4ply in main colour, 100g 4ply in contrast colour, 7 buttons, 1 x pr 3.75mm needles or dk yarn and 3.25mm needles making a tension of 26sts and 34 rows to 10cm square over stocking stitch

20-21” or 50-52.5cm Height (Approx 8-10lb Newborn) Size

150g dk in main colour, 100g dk in contrast colour, 7 buttons, 1 x pr 3.75mm needles making a tension of 24sts and 32 rows to 10cm square over stocking stitch

22” or 55cm Height (0-3 Months) Size

200g dk in main colour, 100g dk in contrast colour, 7 buttons, 1 x pr 4mm needles making a tension of 22sts and 30 rows to 10cm square over stocking stitch