Little girls don’t have to wait for their girly dresses. If you can knit, you can create a lovely knitted baby dress for your little one, however small she is. Remember, ruffles and frills are a must-have! Don’t be afraid of bold colors – try mixing and matching them in unexpected combinations. Just be sure that you are choosing yarns that are soft and delicate enough for baby skin. Most manufacturers create special baby yarns, which are explicitly recommended for such projects, and this is for sure the safest choice. Ready? Now choose your favourite free knit baby dress pattern below!
Take a look at the examples below and search for links to free patterns under the pictures.
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1. Maxi Top/Dress for Babies Free Knitting Pattern
This dress will grow with your baby – the maxi dress will slowly transform into a lovely top.
DESIGNED by Elena Nodel
PROJECT TYPE baby dress
CRAFT knitting
SKILL LEVEL upper beginner


Photos by Elena Nodel / Ravelry.com
Go to the pattern: Maxi Top/Dress for babies
2. Sommerkjolen Free Baby Dress Knitting Pattern
Bright as the summer sun and sweet as candy, this knit baby dress is simple but beautiful. Your little one will look adorable in such an outfit – just add one of the flower headbands from this selection: Lovely Crochet Headband Ideas For Babies and Toddlers.
DESIGNED by Vidundergarnet
PROJECT TYPE baby dress
CRAFT knitting
SKILL LEVEL upper beginner


Photos by Vidundergarnet / Ravelry.com
Go to the pattern: Sommerkjolen
3. Jolly Jumper Dress
This sweet knit dress for little ones combines softness with gentle color play. The bodice features a reverse-stockinette yoke and buttoned straps, while the skirt is worked in simple stripes, shifting from soft pink to a breezy turquoise. Lightweight and comfy – ideal for sunny days and special moments.
- DESIGNED by Yarnspirations Design Studio


Photos by Yarnspirations Design Studio / Ravelry.com
Find the original pattern on yarnspirations.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
4. Ruffled Dress
A touch of whimsy, a pop of texture – this baby knit dress is all about charming details. The short sleeves are shaped with frilly ruffles, echoed by a row of ruffles at the hem. The speckled yarn gives it a playful look with tiny colorful dots. Cute, cozy, and picture-perfect.


Photos by Tori Gurbisz / Ravelry.com
Find the original pattern on premieryarns.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.