A Good Stripe Dress Knitting Pattern Download

Description

Knitted with chunky stripes in pure linen, this dress drapes and swirls, then bounces back with every machine washing. Designing from the top down, the designer adds playful touches: A deep, open placket finishes in a polo collar, a single stripe of unexpected color keeps the pattern fresh, and a big flare to the skirt makes for extra-effective twirling.

Finished Size: 22 ¾ (24, 25 ¼)” chest circumference, to fit actual chest sizes 24 ¾ (26, 27 ¼)”. Dress shown measures 24″, modeled on a six-year-old. This garment is very fitted in the bodice but flares out in the skirt section. The open placket will ensure a comfortable fit.
Yarn: Louet Euroflax Sport Weight (100% linen; 270 yd [247 m]/100 g): #02 ginger (MC), 2 (2, 3) skeins; #48 aqua (A), 2 skeins; #36 natural (B), 1 skein.
Yarn weight: #3 – Light
Gauge: 26 sts and 37 rnds = 4″ in St st after machine washing and drying.
Needles: Size 2 (2.75 mm): 24″ circular (cir), 32″ or longer cir, set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Markers (m); stitch holders; waste yarn for provisional CO; tapestry needle.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Spring 2008