Small buttons, short fitted sleeves, and crocheted edgings give this simple summer top a vintage look. A narrow ribbon tie defines the empire waist and separates the bodice, worked in a cloverleaf eyelet pattern, from a deep rib scored with columns of fagot lace. The top is worked in a linen yarn that will soften and drape with repeated washings.
Finished Size: 31 (34 1/2, 38, 41 1/2, 44 3/4)" bust circumference. Camisole shown measures 34 1/2".
Yarn: Louet Sales Euroflax Originals Linen (100% linen; 270 yd [247 m]/100 g): sandalwood, 3 (3, 4, 4, 5) skeins.
Yarn weight: #2 - Fine
Gauge: 23 sts and 33 rows
Needles: Size 3 (3.25 mm): 32" circular (cir) and double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Size D/3 (3.25 mm) crochet hook; stitch holders; tapestry needle; ten 5/ 8" buttons; sharp-point sewing needle and matching thread; 2 yd 1/4" wide ribbon.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Summer 2006