Knitted dress for kids

Knitted Summer or Winter Dress?

There's a big difference whether you want to knit a summer or winter dress. It's certainly not comfortable to wear a winter dress in the summer, and vice versa. Therefore, it's incredibly important that you first decide whether you want to knit a summer or a winter dress.

If you want to make a summer dress, it's important that the skin can breathe through the dress. Additionally, it should not be too warm, as it wouldn't be comfortable on hot summer days. Cotton yarn meets both these needs because the yarn is breathable, being 100% organic material, and cotton also does not retain heat.

Conversely, you shouldn't choose cotton yarn if you want to knit a winter dress for your child, as it's important for the child to stay warm. Wool provides excellent warmth, and if you choose a good quality yarn like Mayflower Easy Care, you can be sure the yarn won't itch. This makes the yarn quality the perfect choice for your child's winter dress.

It's always a good idea to follow a rule of thumb that says cotton yarn is for summer clothes, while wool yarn is best for winter clothes.

Mayflower's Patterns for Crocheted and Knitted Children's Dresses

Here at Mayflower, you'll find a wide range of patterns for children's clothing, including sweet dresses for children in our selection. All patterns can be downloaded for free, and you're welcome to share them with others.

You don't need to be a knitting or crochet expert to follow our patterns, but it's crucial to take your time and carefully read the pattern if you want to make a dress. Additionally, you should also be familiar with your knitting or crochet gauge to ensure the dress has the right fit. You can do this best by making a gauge swatch to check the gauge. By following these two tips, you're well on your way to making a beautiful children's dress.

When knitting or crocheting for children, it's also important to get the size right. Children grow quickly, so it's better to make the dress a bit too big to allow room for the child to grow.