This lightweight cardigan is shaped from subtle petals of crochet in bamboo yarn that drapes while retaining shapeliness at the waist. The lace pattern is intriguing without being too difficult.
Finished Size: 30 3/4 (35 3/4, 40 3/4, 46, 51)" bust circumference. Garment shown measures 35 3/4" and is modeled with 1 3/4" of ease.
Yarn: Rowan Bamboo Soft (100% bamboo; 112 yd [102 m]/1 3/4 oz [50 g]; ): #110 pompadour, 8 (9, 10, 12, 14) skeins. Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.
Yarn weight: #3 - Light
Gauge: 19 sts and 8 rows = 4" in cluster patt.
Hook: Size E/4 (3.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions: Yarn needle; hook-and-eye closures; matching sewing thread; sewing needle.
Originally Published: Interweave Crochet, Summer 2009