Dahlia Bralette

This pattern is from my book [Light & Breezy Knitwear: 15 Modern Patterns for Tanks, Tees, Skirts & Other Warm-Weather Garments][1]. The book includes a 15-piece collection of tees, tanks, skirts and more. This pattern may not be copied, resold or distributed. Finished product may be sold with pattern credit. For pattern support please email support@knitwearbyjoan.com. **SKILL LEVEL** Advanced Beginner *Sizing* XS (S, M, L, XL) (2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL) Diameter at the widest part of bust: 15.75 (17.75, 20, 22, 23.75) (25.75, 28, 29.75, 31.75, 33.75)" / 40 (45, 51, 56, 61) (66, 71, 76, 81, 86) cm, blocked The top is designed with -2 to 0 inches (-5 to 0 cm) of negative to neutral ease based on measurement B of the sizing chart. To select your ideal size, place a measuring tape beginning from one side of your body, over the largest part of your chest and then ending on the other side of your body. Sample shown is knit in size XS. **MATERIALS** *Yarn* 145 (170, 195, 225, 250) (290, 340, 385, 445, 495) yds / 130 (155, 180, 205, 230) (265, 310, 350, 405, 450) m of DK weight yarn Sample uses Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK in Vintage Pink (100% Cotton), 137 yds (125 m) per 50 g skein. An alternate sample was also knit with Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK in Champagne White. Any DK weight yarn can be used for this pattern as long as it matches gauge. **NEEDLES** For ribbing: US 2 (2.75 mm), straight or circular needles For body: US 4 (3.5 mm), straight or circular needles For straps: US 4 (3.5 mm), straight, circular or double pointed needles *Notions* Tapestry needle Scissors **GAUGE** 35 sts x 31 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in 1x1 ribbing worked flat using larger needles (blocked) **TECHNIQUES** Double Stockinette Stitch I-Cord [1]: https://knitwearbyjoan.com/blog/pre-order-my-book/