2028 Lace Insert Top (e-pattern)

Skill Level: Intermediate Knitting
This garment is constructed by knitting separate panels (front, back, sleeves) which are then sewn together. The neckband is knitted in the round by picking up the front and back stitches.

MEASUREMENTS
Size S (M-L-XL)
To fit bust 85 (95-105-115) cm
Actual Measurement (approx) 88 (98-108-118) cm
Length when worn (approx) 54 (57-57-60) cm
Sleeve length 5 cm

MATERIALS
ALPACA YARNS Luxurious Fusion 50g x 4 (5-5-6) hanks.
Fingering / 4-ply: 40% Linen, 40% Silk, 10% Super Fine Baby Alpaca and 10% Super Fine Merino. Use only the yarn stated. Other yarns may give different results. Quantities are approximate as they can vary between knitters.

NEEDLES AND EXTRAS
1 pair each 3mm and 3.50mm knitting needles, 3mm circular needle (60 cm) or sizes required to give correct tension. 4 stitch holders. Wool needle.

TENSION
24 sts and 34 rows to 10cm over stocking st, using 3.50mm Needles. To work a 13cm x 13cm tension square, use 3.50mm Needles, cast on 31 sts. Work 44 rows stocking st. Cast off loosely. If less sts to 10cm use smaller needles, if more sts to 10cm use larger needles