Dream On Duster by Shannon Mullett-Bowlsby

Dream On Duster

Crochet
September 2017
DK (11 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 14 rows = 4 inches
in hdc/sc patt
3.5 mm (E)
2238 - 3330 yards (2046 - 3045 m)
28 (32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56)" bust circumference
US
English
This pattern is available from interweave.com for $7.99.

Granny-square motifs come together to create an air of vintage elegance in this fun duster. This project perfectly combines simple stitches and a classic design.

Difficulty Some Concentration Required

Finished Size 28 (32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56)“ bust circumference. Sample shown measures 32”, modeled with 3.5” negative ease.

Yarn Cascade Yarns Roslyn (65% superwash merino wool, 35% silk): #06 deep red (A), #03 sand (B), #05 gold (C), #13 olive (D), 1 skein each.

Cascade Yarns Hampton (70% Pima cotton, 30% linen): #08 Ecru (MC), 4 (4, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 8) hanks.

Hook Size E/4 (3.5mm). Adjust hook size if needed to obtain correct gauge.

Notions Yarn needle; 3/8” clasp closure, 1.

Gauge Motif = about 4” square; 20 sts and 14 rows = 4” in hdc/sc patt.

Note Duster has a lower body motif panel with motifs joined as you go. The upper body is made in solid stitch pattern as one piece up to the armhole shaping, then front and back sections are worked separately.