Milla's Summer Suit Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Milla’s Summer Suit — PetiteKnit knitting pattern
A snug baby summer suit inspired by 1950s children’s knits, with a smocked yoke. Work from the bottom up and wear it on its own or layered over leggings.
English printed pattern booklet, posted to you. Yarn, needles, notions and the finished item are not included. This is not a PDF download.
Sizes and fit
| Size | Width across stomach (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 0–3 months | 20 | 34 |
| 3–6 months | 22 | 38 |
| 6–12 months | 23 | 40 |
| 12–18 months | 25 | 42 |
Gauge, needles and materials
Gauge: 28 stitches × 40 rows = 10 × 10 cm.
Needles: 2 mm and 2.5 mm circulars: 40 or 60 cm; 2 mm and 2.5 mm double-pointed needles; 2.5 mm crochet hook.
5–6 buttons, 12–15 mm diameter.
Designer difficulty: 4 out of 5.
Wild & Woolly yarn choices
Choose Amano Duna 4ply, Sesia Bio Sesia 5 Organic Cotton or Sandnes Garn Sunday. These are Wild & Woolly-approved alternatives. Use one strand of your chosen yarn on its own.
| Size | Estimated yarn required (m) |
|---|---|
| 0–3 months | 400 |
| 3–6 months | 400 |
| 6–12 months | 400 |
| 12–18 months | 400 |
The same estimated metre allowance applies to each yarn choice. This equivalent-metre estimate is based on the designer’s 400 m cotton/blend allowance for every size; it is not confirmed designer consumption for these substitutes. Cotton, cotton/alpaca and merino behave differently, so wash and block a swatch and check the fabric before starting.
Wash and block a swatch before measuring. Match both stitch and row gauge and check the fabric; adjust needle size as needed. Round up to complete sale units and allow extra for swatching or changes in length.
Frequently asked questions
Is the stomach measurement a full circumference?
No. The table gives width across the stomach, as specified by PetiteKnit. Compare like-for-like with a well-fitting garment.
What makes the yoke different from a plain romper?
The yoke uses smocking stitch, giving it the distinctive gathered texture. A crochet hook is also listed among the tools.