Easy Knitted Sleeveless Toddler Top Pattern — DK Yarn, Neck-Down Tutorial

This easy knitted sleeveless toddler top is worked from the neck down in DK-weight yarn and is sized to fit a 20”–22” (55–58cm) chest with a finished length of 14” (36cm). It uses 4mm needles with a tension of 22 sts over 4”/10cm and includes worked-in buttonholes for a back button closure. Keep this pattern handy for a quick, cozy piece that’s suitable for playtime or dressier outfits.

Looking for the perfect addition to your little one's wardrobe? The Knitted Sleeveless Toddler Top is an adorable and versatile piece that your child will love! With a soft and cozy knit fabric, it's perfect for both playtime and special occasions. The sleeveless design allows for easy movement, and the cute details make it a standout piece in any outfit. Your toddler will be the most stylish kid on the block in this charming top!

Caption: Sleeveless toddler top knitted in DK yarn — worked from the neck down with a back button closure.

Size ~

To fit chest: 20” – 22” (55 – 58cm)

Length: 14” (36cm)

Requirements ~

• Yarn – any DK (tension 22sts over 4”/10cm)
• Needles – 4mm throughout
• Requires 3 small buttons

Instructions ~

Worked from the neck downwards

Cast on 79sts

Rows 1, 2, 3, 4 Knit

Row 5 Knit to last 3sts, yon, k2tog, k1 (makes a buttonhole)

Rows 6, 7, 8, 9 Knit

Row 10 K5, purl to last 5sts, k5

Row 11 Knit

Row 12 K5, purl to last 5sts, k5

Row 13 K9, *(yon, k1, yon, k4) rep from * to last 5sts,k5 105sts

Rows 14, 15, 16 As rows 10, 11, 12

Row 17 K9, *(yon, k3, yon, k4) rep from * to last 5sts, k5 131sts

Rows 18, 19, 20 As rows 10, 11, 12

Row 21 K9, *(yon, k5, yon, k4) rep from * to last 5sts, k5 157sts

Row 22 K5, purl to last 5sts, k5

Row 23 Knit to last 3sts, yon, k2tog, k1 (makes a buttonhole)

Row 24 K5, purl to last 5sts, k5

Row 25 K9, *(yon, k7, yon, k4) rep from * to last 5sts, k5 183sts

Rows 26, 27, 28 As rows 10, 11, 12

Row 29 K9, *(yon, k9, yon, k4) rep from * to last 5sts, k5 209sts

Rows 30, 31, 32 As rows 10, 11, 12

Row 33 K9, *(yon, k11, yon, k4) rep from * to last 5sts,k5 235sts

Rows 34, 35, 36 As rows 10, 11, 12

Rows 37, 38, 39, 40 Knit

Row 41 Knit to last 3sts, yon, k2tog, k1 (makes a buttonhole)

Rows 42, 43, 44, 45 Knit

Row 46 K36, cast off 48sts, k66, cast off 48sts, k35

Row 47 Knit across all stitches (36sts for front, 67sts for back, 36sts for front) 139sts

Row 48 K5, purl to last 5sts, k5

Row 49 Knit

Row 50 K5, purl to last 5sts, k5

Repeat last 2 rows until work measures 13” (33cm) in length

Knit 9 rows

Cast off loosely knitwise

Darn away ends

Sew on buttons