The designer used a buoyant bamboo ribbon for this puff-sleeve wrap sweater. The pattern stitch of the body adds texture to the surface and enhances the loft of the soft yarn.
Finished Size: 33 1/2 (37 1/2, 41 1/2, 45 1/2, 49 1/2)" bust circumference. Top shown measures 37 1/2".
Yarn: Tahki Bali (100% bamboo; 81 yd [74 m]/50 g): #3 lime, 11 (13, 14, 16, 17) balls.
Yarn weight: #4 - Medium
Gauge: 16 sts and 24 rows = 4" in textured st.
Needles: Size 10 (6 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Size G/6 (4.25 mm) crochet hook; markers (m); tapestry needle.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Spring 2007