Notes: 

The garment begins by working the circular yoke from the neckline down. The body lace portion is then knit from the hem up. Both pieces are joined, and the sleeves are split from the body, with a three needle bind off across the bust line. The neck finishing and front bands are knit on at the conclusion of the project.

Instructions for working the lace pattern are provided in both charted and written format.

Gauge:

21 sts and 28 rows to 4 inches using US 6/4 mm needles in stockinette stitch after blocking

Sizing:

S[M, L, XL, 2X, 3X]

Choose a size close to your actual bust size if you plan on wearing it closed. If you prefer an open look, consider picking a size 1-2 inches smaller than your actual bust for a sleek fit.

Finished Measurements:

33[36, 40, 44, 49, 54] inch chest

23.5[24, 24, 24.5, 25, 25] back length

Materials:

900[1000, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1400] yds DK wt. yarn

Shown in Lorna’s Laces Shepherd Sport – color Kerfuffle

(100% Superwash Wool, 200 yards / 70g)

US 6 / 4mm circular needles, 24” or 36”, OR SIZE TO OBTAIN PROPER GAUGE AFTER BLOCKING

1 set US 6 / 4mm double pointed needles

US 5 / 3.75mm circular needles, 24” or 36”

1 set US 4 / 3.75mm double pointed needles

stitch markers

stitch holders or scrap yarn

darning needle

8 buttons – 3/4” diameter