Ballet Wrap Knitting Pattern Download

Description

Norah Gaughan likes to experiment with sweater construction. In this wrap-style pullover, the shaped ribbed band that borders the V-neck extends along the lower edges of the sweater to the center back where the ends cross before returning to tie in front. The back is worked in two pieces to the underarms, forming a slight center split that accommodates the crossing ends of the tie. Worked in a luscious pink merino/silk yarn, this sweater is decidedly feminine without being fussy.

Finished Size: 32 (36, 40, 44 ½, 49)” (81.5 [91.5, 101.5, 11 3, 12 4.5] cm) bust/chest circumference. Wrap shown measures 36″ (91.5 cm).
Yarn: Naturally Merino et Soie (70% NZ merino, 30% silk; 109 yd [100 m]/50 g): #100 pink, 12 (14, 15, 17, 18) balls. Yarn distributed by S. R. Kertzer.
Yarn weight: #4 – Medium
Gauge: 19 sts and 28 rows
Needles: Size 6 (4 mm) and size 7 (4.5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Markers (m); scrap yarn or safety pins; small hanging tags (optional); tapestry needle.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Spring 2005