This dress is worked in a circle from the bottom all the way up. It requires minimal sewing - only at the shoulder seams. A unique flower trim at the waist complements the beautiful shell pattern of the skirt.
Finished Size: 22 (24, 26)" chest circumference, to fit 9???18 months (18???24 months, 2???3 years). Dress shown measures 24".
Yarn: Tahki Cotton Classic (100% cotton; 108 yd [100 m]/1 3/4 oz [50 g]): #3938 lavender (MC), 6 (6, 7) skeins; #3713 green (CC), 1 skein.
Yarn weight: #3 - Light
Gauge: 24 sts and 13 rows = 4" in sh patt; 20 sts and 10 rows = 4" in dc.
Needles: Hooks: Size E/4 (3.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Four (four, five) 1/2" buttons; yarn needle; sewing needle and thread.
Originally Published: Interweave Crochet, Spring 2007