Leni by Rita Maassen

Leni

Knitting
March 2026
DK (11 wpi) ?
21 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch
US 4 - 3.5 mm
1200 - 1580 yards (1097 - 1445 m)
S (M/L/XL)
English German
This pattern is available for €1.00 EUR buy it now

Price advantage!

Sometimes you don’t need much: beautiful yarn, a relaxing project, and a shape that just works. This dress is exactly that. Simple, form-fitting, and versatile enough to take you from everyday wear to an evening out with just a change of styling.

It’s worked entirely in stockinette stitch from bottom to top – no complicated construction, no mental gymnastics. The edges are worked in a very simple eylet pattern. Front and back are knitted separately and sewn together at the end. Perfect if you’re in the mood for a calm, almost meditative project that still delivers a stunning result.

And yes: it looks like a “wow, that must have taken forever” kind of piece – but really, it’s more “just one more row…” while binge-watching your favorite show.

Good to know: This pattern is offered at a deliberately low price – simply because I want to make it accessible and see how you like it.

Sizes:
S (M/L/XL)

Bust circumference of finished dress:
34½ (36/41/45½) inches
88 (92/104/116) cm

The dress is intended to fit with about ¾ - 1” 2 - 3 cm of positive ease at bust. Shown in size S with ¾” 2 cm positive ease at bust.

Materials:

  • For this dress, I used the Lana Grossa “Linarte” in dark red; you’ll need approx. 450 (500/550/600) g
  • US size 4 3,5 mm circular needles (or any size to obtain gauge)
  • Stitch holder

Gauge:
21 sts and 32 rows = 4 inches in square 10 x 10 cmashing and blocking)

All my patterns are available in English and German.