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SIZES: 

Comes in 9 sizes: XS (S, M, L) [XL, 2XL, 3XL] {4XL, 5XL}, which correspond to the bust measurements below. See schematic on page 9 of pattern for more sizing information.

• XS ~ 30-33 (35)” / 71-84 (89) cm                            
• S ~ 34-36 (39)” / 85-91 (99) cm                              
• M ~ 37-39 (42)” / 92-99 (107) cm                            
• L ~ 40-43 (46)” / 100-106 (117) cm                            
• XL ~ 44-46 (49)” / 107-117 (124) cm          
• 2XL ~ 47-50 (53)” /  118-127 (135) cm        
• 3XL ~ 51-54 (57)” / 128-137 (145) cm                
• 4XL ~ 55-58 (61)” / 138-147 (155) cm                
• 5XL ~ 59-64 (66)” / 148-163 (168) cm
• Fits bust _-_” with 2-7”/ 5-17 cm positive ease (actual flat bust measurement)

MATERIALS: 

Expression Fiber Arts Alpaca Silk DK yarn

Shown here in Blush Brush Alpaca Silk DK. If that color isn't available, any from this category will work.

• You will need 4 (4, 5, 6) [6, 6, 7] {8, 8} skeins of Expression Fiber Arts Alpaca Silk DK yarn.

• Approximate yardage/meterage used: 890 (920, 990, 1155) [1210, 1350, 1520] {1670, 1790} yds / 814 (842, 905, 1056) [1106, 1234, 1390] {1528, 1638} m.

NEEDLES: 

SKILL LEVEL: 

Adventurous Beginner – This pattern is for knitters who are ready to knit their first garment and learn some new skills and techniques. Skills/concepts include basic garment construction, German Short Rows, increase and decrease stitches, German Twisted Cast On, Long Tail Cast On, Three-Needle Bind Off, and picking up stitches.

Notes from the Designer:

• This pattern will be available on our website only for a limited time.
• Read through the entire pattern before beginning.
• The pattern includes stitch explanations, an abbreviation key, tips, alternatives, a schematic, and blocking directions.
• Knit a gauge swatch in the round using US 7 (4.5 mm) needles in Stockinette Stitch, and BLOCK before beginning for an accurate fit. Move up or down a needle size (or two) if necessary. Schematic on page 9.
• The designer is a tight knitter. 40-60% of knitters usually size down in needle sizes to match the gauge. Looser knitters may want to start on a smaller needle to gauge swatch.
• Keep in mind that measurements listed in pattern are referring to the blocked measurements in gauge.
• Most plant-based fibers will grow immensely with blocking. Blocking your swatch is very important to this knit.
• To bind off loosely, move up 1-3 needle sizes.
• This pattern contains links (in blue). Click the text in blue to be taken in a video or photo tutorial.
• For a more fitted pullover, size down one size than suggested. For added drape, size up one size than suggested.
• Adjust the length of the top by adding or subtracting rounds of stockinette stitch AFTER the increases, and BEFORE separating for the front/back panel. This creates the roomy balloon shaping for the bust.
• If the waistband was knit in Single Rib Stitch in replacement of the Twisted Rib Stitch, use the same stitch on the neckline, arm edging and cuffs. 
• For a looser neckline, pick up all stitches versus the four out of five stitches listed in the pattern.
• Decrease/Increase the length of the waistband by knitting to desired length before transitioning to the bust. For a slightly looser waistband, Single Rib Stitch may replace the Twisted Rib Stitch.
• Please contact Amanda Lee of Lovely by Lee directly with any questions that you may have about the pattern: lovelybylee@gmail.com.

Designed by Amanda Lee

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We hope you enjoy your knitting!

Chandi and Amanda

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