Free Ruffle Diaper Cover Knitting Pattern - Frilly and Feminine Soaker Pattern to Knit

Updated December 3, 2025 by Jan of Unique Baby Gear Ideas

The free ruffle diaper cover knitting pattern is so feminine and frilly for a baby girl. There is nothing gender neutral or unisex about this pattern; it is all girl.  This ruffled soaker will be a joy to knit and present as a gift or add to your own child's wardrobe.

The pattern comes in three sizes, 1 year, 1 1/2 years and 2 years but please refer to the measurements below to ensure a good fit.

Tip: To get more wear, make the elastic at the waist "adjustable".

Free Ruffle Diaper Cover Knitting Pattern

The ruffles around the legs knitted from soft baby yarn will be so comfortable next to a little girl's sensitive skin.


Go here to see 12 more well-loved baby knitting patterns that call for very little yarn.

This little soaker is so girly that it should be knitted in a color that matches a pretty dress for a special occasion.

Materials, Yarn and Notions

Yarn Recommendations And Requirements: Two (2) ounces Luster Crepe yarn

Tools: One Stitch Holder

Notions: Elastic for waistband

Gauge: Refer to the chart on the Free baby Hat Knitting Pattern page for proper tension/gauge for the yarn recommended for this pattern's instructions.

Unique Baby Gear Ideas has been told that the measurements for this soaker pattern are slightly smaller than the instructions indicate. Pay close attention to the recommended needle size and tension to assure a proper fit.

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