Looking for an adorable crochet baby dress pattern that is perfect for newborns? This charming baby dress uses simple stitches and creates an elegant design that you will love to crochet. Whether you are a beginner or experienced crocheter, this dress comes together quickly and makes a lovely handmade gift.

Materials Needed:

To get started, gather the following materials:

• Yarn: Medium weight yarn (DK, about 11 wraps per inch) in the color of your choice. The pattern calls for approximately 3 ounces of yarn for a newborn size.
• Crochet Hook: Size 5.0 mm (H).
• Scissors: For trimming your yarn.

The pattern works well with Bernat sport yarn (#3 weight), but any similar yarn can be used as long as it meets the weight requirement.

The pattern works well with Bernat sport yarn (#3 weight), but any similar yarn can be used as long as it meets the weight requirement.

Dress Pattern Instructions

Let’s dive into the pattern steps. Follow these instructions carefully to create your own beautiful crochet baby dress:

Step 1: Chain 52.
Single crochet in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across.
You should have 51 stitches.

Step 2: Chain 3, turn.
Double crochet in each of the next 2 stitches.
2 double crochet in the next stitch, double crochet in each of the next 3 stitches.
Repeat from * 11 times.
Double crochet in each remaining stitch to the end.
You should have 63 stitches.

Step 3: Chain 3, turn.
Double crochet in each of the next 3 stitches.
2 double crochet in the next stitch, double crochet in each of the next 4 stitches.
Repeat from * 11 times.
Double crochet in each remaining stitch and on top of the chain 3.
You should have 75 stitches.

Step 4: Chain 3, turn.
Double crochet in each of the next 3 stitches.
2 double crochet in the next stitch, double crochet in each of the next 4 stitches.
Repeat from * 13 times.
Double crochet in each remaining stitch and on top of the chain 3.
You should have 89 stitches.

Step 5: Chain 3, turn.
Double crochet in the same stitch.
Skip the next stitch, shell (2 double crochet, chain 2, 2 double crochet) in the next stitch.
Repeat from * to the end.
Finish with 2 double crochets on top of chain 3.
You should have 43 shells.

Step 6: Chain 3, turn.
Double crochet in the same stitch.
Shell in the next 6 shells.
Chain 3, skip the next 10 shells.
Shell in the next 11 shells.
Chain 3, skip the next 10 shells.
Shell in the next 6 shells.
Finish with 2 double crochets on top of the chain 3.

Step 7: Chain 3, turn.
Double crochet in the same stitch.
Shell in the next 6 shells.
Double crochet in each of the next 3 chains.
Shell in the next 11 shells.
Double crochet in each of the next 3 chains.
Shell in the next 6 shells.
Finish with 2 double crochets on top of the chain 3.

Step 8: Chain 3, turn.
Double crochet in the same stitch.
Shell in the next 6 shells.
Skip the first double crochet of the underarm and shell in the next double crochet.
Shell in the next 11 shells.
Skip the first double crochet of the underarm and shell in the next double crochet.
Shell in the next 6 shells.
Finish with 2 double crochets on top of the chain 3.
You should have 25 shells.

Step 9:Chain 3, turn.
Double crochet in the same stitch.
Shell in each shell to the end.
Finish with 2 double crochets on top of the chain 3.

Steps 10-17: Repeat row 9.

Step 18: Chain 3, turn.
Double crochet in the same stitch.
Single crochet in the space before the shell.
5 double crochet in the shell, single crochet in the space between shells.
Repeat from * to the end.
Single crochet in the space after the last shell.
Finish with 2 double crochets on top of the chain 3.

Final Touches:

To complete your crochet baby dress, sew three buttons on the right side of the yoke. You can use the space at the end of the rows for buttonholes. For a polished look, you can also single crochet up the back side, working three chain-2 loops for buttonholes on the left side. Finally, single crochet across the neckline and down the other side to complete the dress.

This beautiful crochet baby dress is perfect for a newborn, and the delicate shell stitches give it an elegant, timeless look. Choose your favorite yarn color and create a dress that will be cherished for years to come!

Feel free to get creative with different yarn colors or even embellishments like ribbons or lace to make it truly special. Happy crocheting!