Patterns : Tunic, Interweave Knits, Interweave Knits Spring 2011

Lara Bubble Top

Sharon Zientara — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 21:42:19 GMT

This tunic is worked partially in the round, and adorned with cable-knit yoke and hem. Attractive center-front and center-back decreases contribute to the blouson silhouette.

Designer: Faina Goberstein
Finished: Size 31 1/4 (34 3/4, 38 3/4, 42 3/4, 48 3/4, 53 1/4)" bust circumference. Top shown measures 34 3/4", modeled with 2" ease.
Yarn: Schulana Merino-Cotton 135 (53% merino, 47% cotton; 148 yd [135 m]/50 g): #61 flax, 7 (8, 9, 10, 11, 13) balls. Yarn distributed by Skacel.
Needles: Body¾size 6 (4 mm): 29-32" circular (cir). Cabled border ¾size 4 (3.5 mm): 24-32" cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Stitch holders; markers (m); sewing needle.
Gauge: 24 sts and 33 rnds = 4" in St st on larger needle, after blocking; 27 sts and 40 rnds = 4" in cable patt on smaller needle, after blocking.

Gossamer Smocked Tunic

Sharon Zientara — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 21:24:37 GMT

This delicate tunic is worked partially in the round, with figure-flattering smocking at the waist and pairs beautifully with either jeans or a flirty skirt.

Designer: Shelley Gerber
Finished Size: 31 1/4 (34 1/4, 38 1/2, 41 1/4, 48 1/4)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 34 1/4" modeled with about 1" of ease.
Yarn: Shibuiknits Silk Cloud (60% kid mohair, 40% silk; 330 yd [300 m]/25 g): #SC350 storm, 2(2, 3, 3, 4) skeins.
Needles: Sizes 4 (3.5mm), 5 (3.75mm), and 6 (4 mm): 16" circulars (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Markers (m); stitch holders or waste yarn; tapestry needle.
Gauge: 24 sts and 31 rows = 4" in St st on smaller needles; 22 sts and 28 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles; 30 sts and 32 rows = 4" in St st on smaller needles; 261/2 sts and 31 rows = 4" in 2x2 rib on smaller needles.