Turn-of-the-century fashion owed a great debt to Madeleine Vionnet and her bias-cut gowns. Her unmistakable flowing lines reappear in the handkerchief hem of this dressy top, adorned with delicate lace.

DESIGNER Lana Jois

DIFFICULTY Intermediate

FINISHED SIZE 32.75 (36.75, 41, 43.75, 48, 52.25)” bust circumference. Top shown measures 36.75”; modeled with 2.75” of positive ease.

YARN Shibui Knits Cima (70% super baby alpaca, 30% fine Merino; 328 yd / 1.75 oz): #2038 cove (A), 1 skein.

Shibui Knits Staccato (70% superwash Merino, 30% silk; 191 yd / 1.75 oz
): #2038 cove (B), 3 (4, 4, 5, 5, 6) skeins.

NEEDLES Size 4 (3.5 mm): 32″ circular and set of double-pointed. Size 5
(3.75 mm): 24″ circular and set of double-pointed. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

NOTIONS Markers; stitch holders; tapestry needle.

GAUGE 23 sts and 30 rnds = 4″ in St st using B on larger needles.

NOTES This top is worked in the round to the underarm, then the front and back are worked separately back and forth.