Knotted mermaid tail baby gown

Free pattern: Knotted mermaid tail baby gown

Oh, I am loving this mermaid tail baby gown!  The design is so smart and so cute!  A simple knot at the bottom makes a mermaid tail shape. Kate from See Kate Sew shares a free pattern for making one.  She also includes a variation for a simple elastic band at the bottom instead of the knotted mermaid tail.  Her free pattern fits babies 0-3 months, the perfect size to give as a shower gift!

Click the link below for her free pattern and tutorial:  

Updated to add this pattern is no longer available for free , but if you scroll to the bottom you can see the basic design if you choose to copy that.

Mermaid Baby Gown Tutorial + Owlet Smart Sock Promo, by See Kate Sew

[photo from See Kate Sew]

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