Create a charming and timeless look for your little one with this vintage-inspired baby romper knitting pattern from Purl Jam. Whether you're a seasoned knitter or a beginner looking for a rewarding project, this pattern is perfect for you.
22 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches/10 cm in stockinette stitch
Row 1: Cast on 90 (100, 110) stitches.
Row 2: Knit across.
Row 3: Purl across.
Row 4: Repeat Row 2.
Row 5: Knit across.
Row 6: Purl across.
Continue working in stockinette stitch (knit on the right side, purl on the wrong side) until the piece measures 6 inches (15 cm) from the cast-on edge, ending with a wrong side row.
Shape Leg Openings:
Row 1 (Right side): Bind off 6 (7, 8) stitches, knit to last 6 (7, 8) stitches, bind off remaining 6 (7, 8) stitches.
Row 2 (Wrong side): Purl across.
Continue working in stockinette stitch for an additional 2 inches (5 cm) from the leg shaping, ending with a wrong side row.
Shape Crotch:
Row 1 (Right side): Knit to last 3 stitches, k2tog, knit 1.
Row 2 (Wrong side): Purl across.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 three more times (8 rows total).
Next Row (Right side): Knit across.
Next Row (Wrong side): Purl across.
Continue working in stockinette stitch until the piece measures 15 inches (38 cm) from the cast-on edge, ending with a wrong side row.
Shape Shoulder Straps:
Row 1 (Right side): Bind off 14 (16, 18) stitches, knit to end.
Row 2 (Wrong side): Purl across.
Continue working in stockinette stitch for an additional 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the shoulder shaping, ending with a wrong side row.
Final Row: Bind off all stitches.
Finishing:
Seam the leg openings and crotch using the mattress stitch. Weave in any remaining ends.
Your vintage baby romper is now complete! Dress up your little one in this adorable one-piece and enjoy the timeless look.