Elegant Knitted Dress in a Three-Color Pattern

This dress is the 2nd model in the ItalyWool series – a design line that stands for sophisticated knitwear with clean lines and unique patterns.
Whether for everyday wear, the office, or special occasions: the dress, with its refined three-color design, is both modern and elegant. The turtleneck adds a stylish finish, while the sleeveless shape gives the piece a light, versatile touch.

The pattern is designed for advanced knitters – but ambitious beginners are welcome to give it a try.
The key is to read the instructions carefully and follow them step by step.
With a knitting chart, schematic drawing, and detailed description, this project is easy to follow and rewarding to knit.

Highlights:

• 2nd model in the ItalyWool series
• Three-color look (gold/plum with black)
• Clear step-by-step instructions
• Unique technique: the work is not always turned
• Includes knitting chart & schematic
• Sizes: S | M | L | XL

Suitable for:

• Advanced knitters
• Beginners with patience and the willingness to learn

Whether styled chic or worn casually –
“ItalyWool #2” always looks great and is guaranteed to earn you compliments.

A detailed, row-by-row description guides you through the knitting process.

The pattern uses a unique and interesting technique:
the work is not turned after every row.
Of course, this technique is explained precisely in the instructions!

For clarification, a chart excerpt is also included in the pattern.

Skill level: advanced

Required skills:

• knit stitches
• purl stitches
• knitting stitches together
• slipping stitches
• working yarn overs
• selvedge edge (garter stitch)
• changing colors

This pattern is written for sizes S / M / L / XL.

However, the gauge information and the included schematic make it possible to adjust the sizing individually.

PRO LANA | Italy Wool 150:
Colors:

• No. 199 (black)
• No. 122 (gold)
• No. 147 (plum)

Yarn requirement:
No. 199 (black)

• approx. 250 g = approx. 750 m / 820 yds for size S
• approx. 300 g = approx. 900 m / 985 yds for size M
• approx. 350 g = approx. 1,050 m / 1,150 yds for size L
• approx. 400 g = approx. 1,200 m / 1,310 yds for size XL

No. 122 (gold)

• approx. 100 g = approx. 300 m / 330 yds for size S
• approx. 100 g = approx. 300 m / 330 yds for size M
• approx. 150 g = approx. 450 m / 490 yds for size L
• approx. 150 g = approx. 450 m / 490 yds for size XL

No. 147 (plum)

• approx. 100 g = approx. 300 m / 330 yds for size S
• approx. 150 g = approx. 450 m / 490 yds for size M
• approx. 150 g = approx. 450 m / 490 yds for size L
• approx. 200 g = approx. 600 m / 655 yds for size XL

→ Of course, this dress can also be worked with another yarn.

→ Important: Always adjust gauge, yardage, and needle size accordingly.

Needle sizes used:

• DPNs (set of 5): 6.00 mm (US 10 | UK 4)
• Circular needle (20 in / 50 cm cable): 6.00 mm (US 10 | UK 4)
• Circular needle (24 in / 60 cm or 32 in / 80 cm cable): 7.00 mm (US 10.75 | UK 2)
• Crochet hook: 6.00 mm (US J | UK 4)