From the book:
It’s short, sleeveless, and accented with bold vertical stripes.

errata: neck edging is ch 27 and work 26 sts. Book reads work 36 sts.

yardage includes hat
calls for 4 small metal snaps

Dress is crocheted sideways alternating rows crocheting through the back loops and front loops to create texture. To make the dress longer you need to add stitches to the original 39 stitch chain.