Lodestar Tunic Crochet Pattern Download

Description

Perfect for anything from a candlelight patio party to an afternoon book club, this tunic is great over slim capris or by itself with a slightly longer chemise. The motif belt is the starting point of this dress. From there, you work the bodice upward, then the skirt downward, leaving seams only at the shoulder! This feminine tunic has size and length adjustments.

Finished Size 31 (34, 38, 41, 45)” bust measurement. Garment shown measures 34″, modeled with 2″ ease.
Yarn Elann.com Lara (100% cotton; 138 yd [127 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]; ): #335 algiers teal (A), 7 (7, 8, 9, 10) balls; #246 burnished tangerine (B), 1 (1, 2, 2, 3) balls; #336 purple heart (C), 1 ball.
Yarn Weight #2 – Fine
Hook Sizes 1 (2.75 mm) and 0 (3.25 mm) steel hooks. Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions Yarn needle; stitch markers (m).
Gauge Motif = 3 3/8″ – 3 3/8″; patt 1 rep = 1 1/8″ wide and 1″ high. Patt 2 rep = 1 1/3″ wide and 1 1/8″ high.
Originally Published Interweave Crochet Summer 2010