Knitting For Olive | Holly Dress Pattern & Yarn Pack
Nature-Inspired Elegance for Little Ones
The Holly Dress is a celebration of texture, charm, and classic design. Featuring a delicate lace motif of holly sprigs that cascade gently from hem to neckline, this enchanting piece captures the magic of nature in every stitch.
With its softly gathered skirt created by a high-waisted pintuck and sweet pompom-like bobbles adorning the hem and sleeves, the Holly Dress is full of thoughtful details. The ¾ length sleeves lend a timeless silhouette, while the playful texture adds a touch of whimsy.
Knit from the bottom up and in the round, the pattern flows effortlessly to a practical back opening at the neckline, closed with a simple crochet loop. The result is a lightweight yet structured garment ideal for special occasions, or simply dressing up everyday moments.
Our Holly Dress Pattern & Yarn Pack includes 2 balls of Knitting For Olive Merino Yarn and a digital pattern.
This yarn pack is for the 6 months size. Purchase more Merino Yarn if you are following a bigger pattern size. Please refer to the chart below.
| Pattern Size | Yarn | Yarn Quantity |
| 6 months | Merino | 2 |
| 9 months | Merino | 3 |
| 12-18 months | Merino | 4 |
| 2 years | Merino | 4 |
| 4 years | Merino | 5 |
| 6 years | Merino | 6 |
| 8 years | Merino | 7 |
| 10 years | Merino | 8 |
The sample is in size 2 years, in Knitting for Olive Merino, Rainy Day colourway.
- 2 x Merino Yarn
- Digital Pattern
This yarn pack is for the 6 months size. Purchase more Merino Yarn if you are following a bigger pattern size.
- Sizes: 6 (9, 12-18 months // 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 years)
- Finished Measurements(after blocking): length from shoulder to hem: 35 (39, 43 // 49, 56, 64, 73, 83) cm [133⁄4 (151⁄4, 17 // 191⁄4 , 22, 251⁄4, 283⁄4, 323⁄4)]"; chest circumference: 48 (52, 56 // 60, 64, 68, 72, 76) cm [19 (201⁄4, 22 // 233⁄4, 25, 263⁄4, 281⁄4, 30)]"; sleeve length from underarm to cuff: 11 (13, 14 // 16, 171⁄2, 21, 24, 271⁄2) cm [41⁄4 (5, 51⁄2 // 61⁄4, 7, 81⁄4, 93⁄4, 103⁄4)]"
- Yarn: Knitting for Olive Merino or Cotton Merino or Pure Silk (250 m [273 yd] per 50 gr [1.8 oz]), fingering-weight yarn; 2 (3, 4 // 4, 5, 6, 7, 8) balls
Sample is in size 2 years, in Knitting for Olive Merino, Rainy Day colourway - Needles: 2.5 mm / US1.5 and 3 mm / US2.5 circular needles, and 3 mm / US2.5 double-pointed needles, or size to obtain gauge
- Gauge: 28 sts and 38 rows = 10 cm [4"] in st st with 3 mm / US2.5 needles; 32 sts and 36 rows = 10 cm [4"] in Holly stitch pattern after blocking (Charts B) with 3 mm / US2.5 needles
- Notions: different colour stitch markers (4 different colors), waste yarn or stitch holders, crochet hook for button loop, 1 button
Have specific questions? Feel free to reach out to us, and we'll be happy to assist! We'll update the FAQ soon with helpful information.