the lady in the black dress 1888 – William Merritt Chase, Lady in Black

Loose fit style womens dresses casual, slim shaping for all body types

Timeless and versatile, thesealluring, feminine designs are available in awhole confection of colours

Meterage: 150 (200) 200 (250) 250-300 (300) 300 g 4ply/fingering yarn (50 g = 235 m Size: 9-12 months (1-2 years) 2-3 years (3-4 years) 4-5 years (5-6 years) 6-7 years Finished Measurements: Chestcircumference: 56 (60) 64 (64) 69 (73) 73 cm Total length:36 (41) 45 (49) 53 (55) 59 cm Needles: Begin by working a swatch to determine which needle size you need to achieve the correct gauge Remember to wash your swatch before measuring the gauge Circular needles: 3 mm [US 2.5] (40, 60 and 80 or 100 cm); 2.5 mm [US 2] (80 cm) Double pointed needles: 2.5 and 3 mm (if not using the magic loop technique for the sleeves) Notions: 1 small button Gauge: 28 sts x 38 rows in stockinette stitch on 3 mm [US 2.5] needles = 10 x 10 cm [4 x 4 inches] Level:Beginner + / Intermediate This is a printed knitting pattern

Gentle gathering at the waist leads into a smooth, floor-length skirt