Feminine and elegant with a simple fair isle motif and gently puffed sleeves. This is a classic wardrobe piece and can be worked in any colour combination you fancy.
The motif pattern is written out but it is clear with line for line instructions so you shouldn't get lost.
Date: estimated late 1940s or early 1950s
Measurements: bust 34 to 36"; length of side seams 12.5"; sleeve seam 6"
Materials: 4-ply or fingering; 3.25mm US 3 and 3mm US 2.5 needles 5mm US 8 needles; 4 buttons
Original used 5 ozs Argosy 3-ply Superfine Botany in navy blue and 1 oz each of 2 contracting colours
Tension: 8 stitches and 9 rows to 1 inch using 3.25mm US 3 needles over stocking stitch
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