Channel 1950s stars of the silver screen in this retro twin set. A wispy mohair cardigan is paired with a fitted bra-style camisole for a set that travels from the office to an evening out.
Finished Size Cardigan: 34 (37½ , 41, 44¼ , 47¾ )" bust circumference; camisole: 30 (31¼ , 34, 38¼ , 41)" underbust. Set shown: cardigan measures 34", modeled with 2" negative ease.
Yarn Blue Moon Fiber Arts Silkmo (70% kid mohair, 20% mulberry silk, 10% nylon; 794 yd [726 m]/3¾ oz [106 g]; ): rosebud (A); 1 skein. Blue Moon Fiber Arts Geisha (70% kid mohair, 20% mulberry silk, 10% nylon; 995 yd [910 m]/8 oz [226 g]; ): rosebud (B), 1 skein.
Yarn Weight #1 - Super Fine
Hook Size F/5 (3.75 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions Stitch markers (m); yarn needle; hooks and eyes; 2½ –3½ yd grosgrain ribbon for lining straps and band; sewing needle and matching thread.
Gauge Cardigan: 20½ sts and 8 rows = 4" in iris patt. Camisole: 24 sts and 32 rows = 4" in sc and 20½ sts and 10 rows = 4" in iris patt.
Originally Published Interweave Crochet Summer 2010