Sweet Tooth Dress

Begin by making the folded neckband in a twisted rib pattern. Next, shape the back of the yoke using german-short rows while also starting the lace swivel pattern. The lace swivel pattern then becomes the increase method for working the rest of the yoke; these are achieved by moving the position of the increase along by 2 stitches on every new round. Once the yoke is complete, bind off stitches. Change to larger size needle and pick up new stitches around the yoke, this creates a decorative edging. Next begin working the lower body and sleeves in a ribbed stitch that will give the illusion of pleats. Divide the stitches for the sleeves and body, placing sleeve stitches on stitch holders, then continue working the body. The ribbed waist is then worked on smaller needles, either using the double knit method or making 2 layers separately, the elastic is then encased within the waistband; Elastic is used so the waist can remain tight and give the right shape to the dress. Once the waist is complete, change back to larger needles and work increases to shape the skirt. The pleat pattern is then continued throughout the skirt with channels created using drop stitches and yarn overs to later weave the i-cords into place. The sleeve stitches are then picked up and knitted in the established rib pattern. A pleating technique is then used before finalising the sleeves with a twisted ribb cuff. Finally, make the i-cords, weave and sew into place. **Recommended Yarn / Yardage** **Sample 1** Qing Fibre Mohair - 50g - 500m / 601 yrd 65% Super Kid Mohair, 35% Silk - Colourway: Bon Bon approximately: 100, 115, 120 (135, 145, 160) 170, 185, 200 g Qing Fibre Dashing Fingering - 100g - 400m / 437 yrd 100% Ultrafine South African Merino - Colourway: Teacup approximately: 285, 320, 340 (375, 400, 445) 480, 515, 550 g **Sample 2** Qing Fibre Melted Baby Suri - 50 g - 175 meters / 191 yrds 65% Baby Suri Alpaca / 20% Merino Wool / 15% Silk - Colourway: Boreal Cloud Approximately: 315, 350, 380 (420, 450, 500) 540, 580, 620 g Contrasting Colour for working the i-cords: (Not included in total yardage) Approx: 105, 120, 135 (150, 165, 180) 195, 210, 225m / 115, 131, 148 (164, 180, 197) 213, 230, 246Yrds **Sizes** 1, 2, 3 (4, 5, 6) 7, 8, 9 - see schematics in photos **Needles** 4mm (US 6) circular cable needle Waistband method 1 (knit each layer seperately): 5.5mm (US 9) interchangable circular cable needle with another similar size needles or stoppers. Alternatively 1x 5.5mm (US 9) and 1x same or similar size circular needle - to work the waistband. Method 2 (double knitting): 5.5mm (US 9)circular needle 9mm (US 13) circular needle 9mm (US 13) (or similar) double pointed needle to work sleeve pleats Adjust needle sizes as necessary to achieve gauge. **Gauge** 18.5 sts x 24 rounds for 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 inches) swatch in stockinette stitch using 5.5mm (US 9) needles and holding 1 strand each of sample yarn 1 or 1 strand alone of sample yarn 2. 13 sts x 14 rounds for 10x10cm (4 x 4 inches) in 6x3 rib stitch (k6, p3) using 9mm (US13) needles and holding 1 strand each of sample yarn 1 or 1 strand alone of sample yarn 2. **Notions** 6x stitch markers (1 unique marker for BOR) Waistband elastic 8 - 10cm wide and long enough to fit the circumference of your waist. (choose a colour that will be disguised by your yarn) Tapestry needle You may like to use ribbon or scrap fabric instead of I-cord’s for the skirt