Bias Corset by Annie Modesitt

Bias Corset

Knitting
April 2006
Sport (12 wpi) ?
28 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches
in St st with larger needles
US 3 - 3.25 mm
US 4 - 3.5 mm
29½ (31¾, 33, 34½, 38, 39½, 43¾, 48)" in cups sizes A-D (see notes)
English
This pattern is available from interweave.com for $7.99.
Errata available: knittingdaily.com interweave.com

The bias-knit front panels on this tailored corset similar to a 1950s bathing suit. The top’s sleek fit, simple ribs, and discreet rows of eyelets that curve over the bodice give it clean, uncluttered lines. Two-by-two ribbing shapes the back and allows it to cling smoothly without pulling tight. The corset is worked in a smooth and soft-to-the-skin merino while a coordinating silk yarn is used to trim the top edge and make the I-cord spaghetti straps.

Finished Size: 29½ (31¾, 33, 34½, 38, 39½, 43¾, 48)“ bust circumference in B-cup version. For A, C, and D cups, corset circumference will be ¼” smaller or larger for each size down or up from B. Corset shown in the 4th size with A cup measures 34¼“. Note: This project is designed with only 1” of wearing ease for a close fit.