Opposites Attract Knitting Pattern Download

Description

Couture knitting brings to mind detail work, which also brings to mind retro-inspired designs. While the embroidery details on this blouse are inspired by a vintage pattern from the 1940s, the finished product is a strong piece for any decade. The slim fit is decidedly modern, as is the black-and-white color contrast. The embroidery is easy – simply follow the purl stitches.

Finished Size: 33 (35, 37, 39)” (84 [89, 94, 99] cm) bust/chest circumference, buttoned. Sweater shown measures 35″ (89 cm).
Yarn: Plymouth Taj Mahal (70% extrafine Merino wool, 22% silk, 8% cashmere; 187 yd [170 m]/50 g): #1416 black, 3 (3, 3, 4) balls; #1401 white, 6 (6, 6, 7) balls.
Yarn weight: #2 – Fine
Gauge: 24 sts and 32 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in Pattern Stitch I on larger needles; 24 sts and 36 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in Pattern Stitch II on larger needles.
Needles: Hem—Size 3 (3.25 mm); Body, Sleeves, and Collar—Size 4 (3.5 mm). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Markers (m); tapestry needle; eighteen 3/8″ (1 cm) buttons.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Fall 1998