Free Knitting Pattern for a Drawstring Dress. This pattern creates a knitted v neck dress with a distinct feature: a drawstring casing at the waist, both front and back. The dress has a slanted neckline on the front, creating a slightly asymmetrical design. The sleeves are set-in, meaning they are knitted separately and then sewn onto the body.
The body is primarily worked in stocking stitch, with a tubular stitch section creating the casing for the drawstring. The front features a slanting neckline, shaped with decreases. The sleeves have shaping at both the cuff and the cap for a good fit. The drawstring itself is crocheted.
Skill Level:
Intermediate. The pattern uses shaping (increases and decreases), tubular stitch (which can be a bit fiddly), picking up stitches, and setting in sleeves. A beginner might find these techniques challenging.
Sizing:
- UK: 10 (14)
- US: 6 (10)
- EU: 36 (40)
Yarn:
- Yarn Name: St. Moritz
- Brand: Lana Gatto
- Fiber Content: 80% Alpaca, 17% Polyamide, 3% Wool
- Hank Weight: 100 grams
- Hank Yardage: 580 meters (approximately 634 yards)
- Amount Required: 2 hanks (for either size)
- Shade number 30605.
