Little Sister's Romper - Petite Knit

The Little Sister’s Romper is a lightweight baby garment worked from the bottom up. The lower front and back sections are worked separately before the body is joined and knitted in the round. The upper front and back are then worked flat, followed by straps that are knitted from the back and finished with buttons.

This version is designed with a finer gauge than the Little Brother’s Romper, creating a softer, lighter fabric that’s ideal for warmer weather or layering.

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Sizes

0–1 (2–4) 4–6 (6–9) 9–12 (12–18) 18–24 months

Finished Measurements

Width: 18 (20) 20 (22) 24 (24) 26 cm
Length: 30 (33) 35 (36) 37 (38) 39 cm
(measured from the bottom to the top of the bib)

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Gauge

26 stitches × 36 rows = 10 × 10 cm
in stockinette stitch

Needles

3 mm circular needles (40 cm)

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Yarn Requirements (by metreage)

This pattern is designed for a fine fingering / 4-ply weight yarn, or a lighter yarn held double to achieve the correct gauge.

Approximate total yarn required:

• 230 m (230 m) 230 m (230 m) 460 m (460 m) 460 m

You can use:

• A single strand of fingering / 4-ply yarn, or

• A lighter yarn held together with a fine lace-weight strand to reach gauge

Choose yarns that are:

• Soft and breathable

• Suitable for sensitive skin

• Comfortable for everyday wear

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Notions

5–6 buttons (approx. 12 mm)

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Skill Level

★★☆☆☆ (2 out of 5)

A beginner-friendly project with simple shaping and a clear construction flow.