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Ribbed Midi Dress
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Paintbox Yarns Simply DK
Soft Fudge (109)
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Product Description
A super stretchy body-con dress that can be adapted to whatever length you fancy, knitted up in double rib with durable i-cord straps.
This is an intermediate pattern, including double rib stitching, increasing and decreasing, i-cord and knitting in the round.
I love midi dresses and skirts, they are an absolute wardrobe essential. Combine that with a love of knitting and fighting the urge to buy fast fashion clothing and ta-da the ribbed midi dress was born!
Due to the double rib stitching, this dress is super stretchy and will fit above and below the finished measurements stated on the pattern.
Ribbed Midi Dress by Libbyknits
What is Being Made
The Ribbed Midi Dress is a knitted garment designed by Libbyknits, offering a sophisticated midi-length silhouette suitable for various occasions. This downloadable PDF pattern provides instructions for creating a fitted dress with a defined waist and flowing skirt, available in seven sizes ranging from XS to XXXL to accommodate diverse body measurements.
Sizing and Fit
The pattern includes comprehensive sizing with the following measurements in centimeters:
- XS: Bust 73.5cm, Waist 61cm, Hips 71cm
- S: Bust 83.5cm, Waist 67.5cm, Hips 78.5cm
- M: Bust 94cm, Waist 77.5cm, Hips 88.5cm
- L: Bust 104cm, Waist 87.5cm, Hips 98.5cm
- XL: Bust 114cm, Waist 97.5cm, Hips 118.5cm
- XXL: Bust 124.5cm, Waist 107.5cm, Hips 129.5cm
- XXXL: Bust 134.5cm, Waist 117.5cm, Hips 139.5cm
Knitting Techniques and Stitches
This intermediate-level knitting project employs fundamental knitting techniques combined with shaping methods to create a structured, fitted garment. The pattern utilizes essential stitches and decreases to achieve the dress's tailored silhouette.
Primary Stitches and Techniques Include:
- Knit (K): The basic stitch forming the foundation of the fabric
- Purl (P): The reverse stitch used in ribbed patterns to create texture and elasticity
- K2tog (Knit Two Together): A right-leaning decrease used for shaping the bodice and waist
- SSK (Slip, Slip, Knit): A left-leaning decrease providing balanced shaping throughout the garment
- P2tog (Purl Two Together): A decrease worked on purl rows for seamless shaping
- M1Kw (Make 1 Stitch Knitwise): An increase technique that adds stitches by inserting the left needle front to back under the strand between stitches, then knitting into the back loop
The ribbed construction creates vertical lines that enhance the dress's elegant drape and provide natural stretch for comfortable wear.
Yarn and Needles
The Ribbed Midi Dress is designed using DK weight yarn, specifically Paintbox Yarns Simply DK in Soft Fudge. Yarn quantities vary by size, ranging from 4 skeins for sizes XS through M, to 5 skeins for sizes L and XL, and 6 skeins for sizes XXL and XXXL.
The pattern calls for 4mm circular needles (UK size 8 / US size 6) to work the dress in the round, a method that eliminates side seams and creates a seamless, professional finish.
Difficulty Level
Rated as an intermediate project, the Ribbed Midi Dress is suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are comfortable with basic decreases, increases, and working in the round. The combination of ribbed textures and fitted shaping provides an engaging project that builds proficiency in garment construction.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Featured Products: | Paintbox Yarns Simply DK |
| Pages: | 5 |
| Designer: | Libbyknits |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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