Patterns : Short sleeves, Lace, Seaming

Lace Saddle Tee

AmyPalmer — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 20:26:26 GMT

A short-sleeved pullover is worked in pieces, then the sleeves and saddle shoulders are worked seamlessly between front and back. Yarnover short-rows shape the shoulders.

Designer Lisa S. Rowe
Finished Size 33½ (37, 41, 45, 50½ )" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 33½ ", modeled with some negative ease.
Yarn Universal Yarn Summer Linen (50% linen, 50% cotton; 126 yd [115 m]/50 g): #5212 taupe, 6 (7, 7, 8, 9) skeins.
Needles Size 4 (3.5 mm). Size 3 (3.25 mm): straight and 16" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Stitch holders; markers (m); size E/4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook; tapestry needle.
Gauge 25 sts and 36 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles.

Marigold Sweater

AmyPalmer — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 18:17:19 GMT

An easy summer cardigan is worked in pieces and seamed. A lacey pattern, linen yarn, and short puffed sleeves add up to a sweet vintage-inspired knit. Set-in sleeve shaping makes for refined fit.

Designer Amy Polcyn
Finished Size 34 (38½ , 41½ , 46)" bust circumference, buttoned. Cardigan shown measures 34", modeled with zero ease.
Yarn Classic Elite Soft Linen (35% wool, 35% linen, 30% alpaca; 137 yd [125 m]/ 50 g): #2250 Inca gold, 6 (7, 8, 9) skeins.
Needles Size 6 (4 mm): straight and/or 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle; eight ¾ " buttons.
Gauge 22 sts and 28 rows = 4" in lace wrap st.