Freeform Paisley Bodice Knitting Pattern Download

Description

For this one-of-a-kind bodice, paisley shapes are knit from the center out in a manner akin to crochet. Lightweight, merino-blend MOSS has the flexibility of gauge to achieve the freeform piecing together that creates a fitted garment. It can be layered or lined for a couture look.

Finished Size: Small (Medium, Large) to fit Bust: 30 (40, 50)”/76 (101.5, 127)cm. Length: 17″/43cm.
Yarn: Loop-d-Loop by Teva Durham Moss (85% extrafine merino wool, 15% nylon; 163 yd [147m]/50g): #03 sage green, #04 turquoise, #06 indigo and #07 fuchsia, 1 (1, 2) ball(s) EACH.
Yarn weight: #4 – Medium
Gauge: Each paisley motif = 5″ (12.5 cm) across using #11 needles.
Needles: Set of Size 11 (8mm) double-pointed. Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions: Stitch markers, yarn needle.
Originally Published: Loop-d-Loop by Teva Durham, Volume 4 for Tahki Stacy Charles, Spring 2009