Such Flattering Puff Sleeves is knitted using [link: Susan Crawford Wold 2 Ply Fingering Weight = /collections/wold-2-ply-fingering-weight :link], a unique blend of the wool of three British sheep breeds known for their beautiful fleeces, Southdown, Bluefaced Leicester and Shetland, creating a fabulously soft yarn with bounce and spring. It is shown here in serveral shades;
[productlink: Fence Post = wold-2-ply-fingering-weight-fence-post :productlink],
[productlink: Swimming Pool = wold-2-ply-fingering-weight-swimming-pool :productlink] and
[productlink: Cornflower = wold-2-ply-fingering-weight-cornflower :productlink].
Our models Theodora and Fleur are shown wearing the following sizes:
The brown and green garments are the first size to fit chest 76-81cm (30032in) and the blue garment is for second size to fit chest 86-91cm (34-36in). This garment is designed with negative ease to ensure a close fit.
The pattern includes instructions for seven sizes to fit chest measurements between 76cm (30in) and 142cm (56in) and contains clear written instructions plus a comprehensive schematic diagram and sizing chart.
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[link: Susan Crawford Wold 2 Ply Fingering Weight = /collections/wold-2-ply-fingering-weight :link], 100% British wool; 50% Southdown, 25% Bluefaced Leicester, 25% white Shetland (87m / 95yds per 25g skein approx)
8 (9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14) skeins, shade
[productlink: Fence Post = wold-2-ply-fingering-weight-fence-post :productlink],
[productlink: Swimming Pool = wold-2-ply-fingering-weight-swimming-pool :productlink] or
[productlink: Cornflower = wold-2-ply-fingering-weight-cornflower :productlink]
Suggested needles
1 pair 3.25mm (US 4) needles
1 pair 3.75mm (US 5) needles
Gauge
37 sts and 37 rows = 10cm (4in) using 3.75mm needles over rib pattern
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basic knit and purl stitches
Increases and decreases
Sewing up
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Yarn kits are also available
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