This seamless, lacy shell tunic is the perfect spring layer. The silky bamboo yarn has great drape and the neck-down construction allows for a try-as-you-go perfect fit. The high ribbed waistband and gently flaring skirt make a great silhouette. Pattern includes instructions for plus size. Intermediate skills are recommended.
Chloe Cardigan
Doris Chan
Finished Size: 33 (36, 39, 42, 45, 48, 51, 54)" bust circumference. Garment shown measures 36", modeled with 1½" negative ease.
Yarn: Naturally Caron Spa (75% microdenier acrylic, 25% rayon from bamboo; 251 yd [230 m]/3 oz [85 g]): #0008 misty taupe, 4 (4, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7) skeins.
Hook: Sizes 7 (4.5 mm) and F/5 (3.75 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions: Two ½" plastic bone rings or two ¾" diameter buttons; yarn needle; st markers (m) or scrap yarn for m.
Gauge:16 sts = 4" in fsc; 2 reps = 3" and 8 rows = 3¼" in sh st patt; 18 sts and 12 rows = 4" in ribbing. Note: Lace fabric will relax in all directions to give finished blocked measurements of garment; length will grow to 8 rows = 3½" or more.
