This pattern will guide you through creating a boho-style dress with lace details, featuring a form-fitting silhouette and long sleeves.
24 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches (10cm) in stockinette stitch.
This pattern is written for a size small/medium. Finished bust circumference: 34 inches (86 cm).
Casting On: Using the long-tail cast-on method, cast on 136 stitches.
Row 1 (RS): Knit all stitches.
Row 2 (WS): Purl all stitches.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 for the desired length of the dress (approximately 32 inches or 81 cm from cast on edge).
Bind off all stitches.
Casting On: Using the long-tail cast-on method, cast on 68 stitches for each front panel.
Row 1 (RS): Knit all stitches.
Row 2 (WS): Purl all stitches.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 for the desired length of the dress (approximately 32 inches or 81 cm from cast on edge).
Bind off all stitches.
Casting On: Using the long-tail cast-on method, cast on 60 stitches for each sleeve.
Row 1 (RS): Knit all stitches.
Row 2 (WS): Purl all stitches.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 for the desired length of the sleeves (approximately 22 inches or 56 cm from cast on edge).
Bind off all stitches.
1. Lay the back panel flat.
2. Place one front panel on each side of the back panel, aligning the cast on and bind off edges.
3. Use a tapestry needle and mattress stitch to sew the front panels to the back panel along the side seams.
4. Sew the top edges of the front panels to the shoulder edges of the back panel.
5. Repeat steps 2-4 for the sleeves, sewing them to the armholes.
Weave in any loose ends and block your dress to ensure proper shaping.
Your boho lacy dress is now complete! Enjoy wearing your beautiful handmade creation.