Description
Short-rows and side increases create a shape that widens from the bottom up, making a natural sleeve cap and wide neckline. Pretty allover lace combines with an alpaca-silk blend for modern romance.
Finished Size: 45 1/2 (47 1/2, 49 1/2, 51 1/2, 53 1/2)” bust circumference; 33 1/2 (35 1/2, 37 1/2, 39 1/2, 41 1/2)” hip circumference. Garment shown measures 33 1/2″ hip circumference, modeled with 1/2″ of negative ease.
Yarn: Blue Sky Alpacas Alpaca Silk (50% alpaca, 50% silk; 146 yd [133 m]/ 1 3/4 oz [50 g]): #152 cypress, 6 (7, 7, 8, 8) balls.
Yarn Weight: #2 – Fine
Needles: Bands-size 4 (3.5 mm): 24″ circular (cir). Body-size 5 (3.75 mm): straights. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle.
Gauge: 24 sts and 27 rows = 4″ in Lace patt on larger needles.
Originally Published: knit.wear Spring/Summer 2014
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