Selma’s Sleep Suit Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Selma’s Sleep Suit — PetiteKnit knitting pattern
A hooded baby suit in garter stitch, worked from the top down starting with the hood. Raglan shaping forms the upper body, and fold-back details at the hands and feet provide extra coverage.
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 | Body width (cm) | Length (cm) | Sleeve length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 months | 28 | 53 | 12 |
| 3–6 months | 31 | 62 | 17 |
| 6–12 months | 33 | 72 | 22 |
| 1–2 years | 35 | 82 | 24 |
| 2–3 years | 36 | 88 | 26 |
Total length is measured from shoulder to foot.
Gauge, needles and materials
Gauge: 19 stitches × 34 rows in garter stitch on 4 mm needles, after blocking = 10 × 10 cm.
Needles: 4 mm circular needle: 60 or 80 cm.
5, 5, 6, 7 or 7 buttons by size, 15 mm diameter.
Designer difficulty: 3 out of 5.
Shop yarn options
Shop-approved single-strand alternatives: African Expressions Harmony, or Inca Spun Alpaca Wool Mix, or Chaska Alpaca Air. Choose one yarn.
| Size | Estimated metres |
|---|---|
| 0–3 months | 550–660 m |
| 3–6 months | 770 m |
| 6–12 months | 880 m |
| 1–2 years | 990 m |
| 2–3 years | 1100 m |
Length-based estimates from the designer’s comparable single-strand allowance (110 m per 50 g), rather than a tested substitute quantity. Match the pattern’s washed and blocked gauge and check the fabric before ordering.
Wash and block a swatch before measuring. Match 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 body measurement a circumference?
No. The designer specifies body width: 28–36 cm across the five sizes. Compare with the width of a well-fitting suit.
How much yarn should I allow for a substitute?
The table gives metre estimates from the designer’s 110 m per 50 g option. Harmony, Inca Spun and Chaska Alpaca Air have different fibres and structures; wash and block a garter-stitch swatch before choosing and allow extra for alterations.