How To Knit Beach Dress Tutorial

Ready to add a handmade touch to your beachwear? This Knit Beach Dress Tutorial offers an easy guide for making a stylish and comfortable summer dress. With clear steps and practical tips, you'll zip through the knitting process, crafting a breezy, beautiful dress that's perfect for warm days by the sea.

Knit Beach Dress Tutorial

Materials Needed:

9mm knitting needles with a 40cm wire
6mm crochet hook (for the straps)
Scissors
Measuring tape
Yarn needle
DK weight yarn (approximately 700 meters for size small, adjust accordingly for other sizes)
Two strands of yarn for straps (crochet)

Sizes:

Small
Medium
Large
Extra Large

Pattern Instructions:

Cast On:

For size Small, cast on 117 stitches.
For size Medium, cast on 127 stitches.
For size Large, cast on 139 stitches.
For size Extra Large, cast on 151 stitches.

Knit the First Row:

Work knit stitches across the entire first row, do not join yet.

Join in the Round:

Make sure the stitches are not twisted and begin to knit into the next stitch to join the round.

Continue Knitting:

Knit every stitch, every row to create a stockinette pattern when working in the round.
The dress should be knit to desired length; example given is around 20-25 inches.

Bind Off:

Bind off tightly for a neat finish.

Crochet Straps (If you can crochet):

Using two strands of yarn and a 6mm hook, chain a strap that's about 60 inches for adjustability.
For those who can't crochet, knit straps with a 4mm knitting needle using I-cord or short rows with knit and purl stitches.

Attach Straps:

Lay the dress flat with the bind-off edge at the top.
Measure and divide the width into three equal parts, placing stitch markers at each third.
Loop straps through the dress just below the bind-off edge, on both sides where you've marked.
Tie straps in a bow for adjustability or secure as desired.