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CONSTRUCTION OVERVIEW
First the back is worked with short rows to shape the shoulders and then worked to the bottom of the armholes. The back is then placed on hold and stitches are picked up along each shoulder for the front left and right. Increases are worked on the neckline to form the V-neck. After working the front to the bottom of the armholes, the front left, back, and front right are joined to form the body. The hem of the body is then finished with a lateral braid and a folded hem. Then, the button bands and collar are worked in double knitting. The sleeves are then picked up and worked flat with short rows to form the sleeve cap. The sleeves are then finished with a lateral braid and folded hem. Optional waist shaping is also included for the body.
SIZING
The Naomi blouse is designed to be worn with approximately 0-2 in [0-5 cm] of positive ease, meaning the circumference of the vest is approximately 0-2 in [0-5 cm] larger than your bust.
Sizes: (1, 2, 3) [4, 5, 6] (7, 8, 9, 10)
To fit bust: (28-30, 32-34, 36-38) [40-42, 44-46, 48-50] (52-54, 56-58, 60-62, 64-66) in [(71-76, 81-86, 91-96) [102-107, 112-117, 122-127] (132-137, 142-147, 152-157, 162-167) cm]
Garment circumference: (30, 34, 38) [42, 46, 50] (54, 58, 62, 66) in [(76, 86.5, 96.5) [106.5, 117, 127] (137, 147.5, 157.5, 167.5) cm]
Note: Sizes 9-10 was not tested. If you are interested in knitting this size, I’m happy to offer the pattern for free in exchange for feedback on the fit. Please email emily@emknits.co for more information.
YARN
(1500, 1600, 1770) [1840, 1940, 2100] (2240, 2400, 2600, 2800) yards [(1372, 1464, 1618) [1682, 1774, 1920] (2048, 2194, 2378, 2560) meters] of Hedgehog Fibres Oh So Fine Cashmere, held double
Or (750, 800, 885) [920, 970, 1050] (1120, 1200, 1300, 1400) yards [(686, 732, 809) [841, 887, 960] (1024, 1097, 1189, 1280) meters] of a light sport weight yarn
NEEDLES
US size 4 [3.5 mm] circular needles 24, 32 or 40 in (60, 80 or 100 cm)
US size 3 [3.25 mm] circular needles 24, 32 or 40 in (60, 80 or 100 cm)
GAUGE
26 st x 38 rows on 4x4 in [10 x 10 cm] using US size 4 [3.5 mm] needles in stockinette, blocked
MATERIALS
3 mm crochet hook
Nine - twelve 3/8 in [9 mm] buttons
Needle and thread for sewing buttons
Stitch markers
TECHNIQUES
Backwards loop cast-on
Double knitting
Folded hem
German short rows
Grafting
Increasing and decreasing
Italian cast-on / Italian bind-off
Lateral braid
Long-tailed cast on
Tubular cast on
DISCLAIMER
All knitting patterns are instant-download digital files. No patterns are shipped.