Crochet Alice Dress – Beautiful Handmade Dress for Children
To being, I absolutely love working with Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK (affiliate link). When I came across the dreamy shade Duck Egg Blue, I was instantly reminded of Alice in Wonderland’s iconic dress — and that spark of inspiration became the Alice Dress.
I wanted to design something timeless but still practical for everyday wear. Worked from the top down with simple stitches, the Alice Dress is easy to make and full of thoughtful details like lace edging, a Peter Pan collar, and a sweet sash for tying a bow.
Get the Alice Dress crochet pattern here in my shop (instant download, all sizes included).
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The Yarn
For this design I used Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK in Duck Egg Blue and Champagne White. It’s a soft, breathable cotton that’s gentle on skin and comes in a huge range of shades. Cotton yarn gives the Alice Dress its structure while still keeping it light and comfortable — perfect for children’s clothing.
You can find the yarn here:
Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK (affiliate link)
Other materials you’ll need:
• 4.0 mm crochet hook (or size needed to meet gauge)
• Buttons (2–4 depending on size)
• Tapestry needle & stitch markers
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The Design
The Alice Dress is worked top down in a raglan style. The yoke uses double crochet and half double crochet stitches, with raglan increases marked as you go to keep everything easy to follow.
After the sleeves are separated to form armholes, the body continues in a simple rhythm of granny stitches and V-stitches. The skirt can be worked to your desired length, finished with a lace edging that gives it that heirloom look.
Finally, the finishing touches are what make this dress special: a Peter Pan–style collar, lace trim at the sleeves, and a sash that ties neatly around the waist. It’s a sweet, classic silhouette with just the right amount of storybook charm.
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Sizes & Skill Level
The pattern is available in sizes from 0–6 months up to 10–12 years.
Though it looks detailed, the stitches are straightforward and easy to follow. This makes the Alice Dress a great project for adventurous beginners as well as more experienced crocheters looking for a satisfying make. This is a premium pattern because it also includes a video tutorial for every step along the way.
The dress has a little positive ease built in, giving it a comfortable fit and room to move.
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Who It’s For
The Alice Dress makes a wonderful handmade gift. Whether for birthdays, family gatherings, or simply a special day in the garden, it’s designed to be worn, loved, and passed down. Style the Alice Dress with some little white shorts and a lacy undershirt to give the coverage you need underneath the lacy stitches.
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Tutorials & Support
The pattern includes step-by-step photo instructions and video tutorials to guide you through each section. From the raglan setup rows to the sleeve separation and lace edging, you’ll have clear support along the way.
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Get the Pattern
Ready to make your own?
Download the Alice Dress crochet pattern here in my shop.
It’s an instant digital download, so you can get started right away.
If you’d like to try one of my designs before committing to the Alice Dress, I’d love for you to make the free Snowberries Dress. It’s a sweet, timeless pattern and the perfect way to get a feel for my beginner-friendly crochet patterns.
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Save for Later
Don’t forget to save this project to your crochet board:
