ARI dress

**Beach Dress Knitting Pattern - ARI Dress | Summer Dress Knit Pattern**

Discover the perfect summer project with our **ARI Dress** knitting pattern! Crafted using lightweight cotton yarn and larger knitting needles, this **beginner-friendly garter stitch dress pattern** is designed for knitters of all skill levels. Whether you're making it for a child or yourself, this pattern is available in a wide range of sizes to ensure the perfect fit for everyone.

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**?. SKILLS**

This pattern has a **skill level of EASY**, making it accessible for novice knitters who are looking to enhance their skills. The dress is knitted **FLAT**, and the primary stitch used is the **knit stitch**, along with a simple technique to **decrease one stitch**. While completing your garment, you’ll finish it off using the comfortable **mattress stitch** for seamless seams.

**?. SIZING**

The model shown is wearing a size small (S), which accommodates a bust measurement of 33 1/2" (85 cm). For a comfortable fit, we recommend an additional **positive ease of 2 inches (5 cm)**. The pattern is available in an extensive range of sizes, including: 1-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12-year-old/adult XS/S/M/L-XL, so you can create the perfect summer dress for everyone from children to adults.

**?. MATERIALS:**

To create this lovely ARI dress, you will need **DK (11 wpi; 8 ply; no 3: Light)** yarn, with a total requirement of **150-200g or 345-460 yards** for children's sizes, and **300-400g or 690-920 yards** for adult sizes. Be sure to use knitting needles sized **US 11 (8 mm)** to achieve the correct gauge. The gauge you’ll want to aim for is **4” x 4” (10 x 10 cm)**, achieved with **14 stitches x 18 rows** in garter stitch.

Start knitting your new favorite dress today and make every summer outing special with your handmade **beach dress**! Explore our website for more free and paid knitting patterns to fuel your creativity!