Description
A flattering tunic with a fitted waist, achieved by wrapping yarns around groups of stitches to smock plain fabric.
Finished Size: 31 ¼ (34 ¼, 38 ½, 41 ¼, 48 ¼)” bust circumference (see Notes for selecting size). Tunic shown measures 34¼”, modeled with about 1″ of ease.
Yarn: Shibui Knits Silk Cloud (60% kid mohair, 40% silk; 330 yd [302 m]/25 g): #SC350 storm, 2 (3, 3, 3, 4) skeins.
Yarn weight: #1 – Super Fine
Gauge: 22 sts and 28 rnds = 4″ in St st on size 6 needle; 22½ sts and 30 rnds = 4″ in St st, 29½ sts and 30 rnds = 4″ in smocking patt, and 27 sts and 30 rnds = 4″ in 2 – 2 rib, all on size 5 needle.
Needles: Body. sizes 5 (3.75 mm) and 6 (4 mm): 16″ or 24″ circulars (cir; choose length to accommodate finished size). Neck edging. size 4 (3.5mm): 16″ cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Markers (m); stitch holders or waste yarn; tapestry needle.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits Spring 2011
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