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Saltmarsh Shell
Easy breezy -- both the knitting and the wearing -- defines this modified boat-neck shell. Two pretty stitch patterns provide plenty of textural interest and are simple yet engaging to work. Saltmarsh is sure to become your go-to top on a hot summer day.
GAUGE: 5.25 sts/7.25 rows per inch in border pattern; 4.75 sts/6.50 rows per inch in main pattern
MATERIALS:
US size 5 (3.75mm) needles or size needed to obtain gauge
Spare needle in size needed to obtain gauge
Stitch holders
Tapestry needle
Crochet hook (optional)
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS:
33 (34.5, 36, 38, 39.5, 41, 43, 44.5)“ bust circumference
20 (20.5, 20.5, 21, 21.5, 22.5, 23.5, 24)” in length
See my blog post “Saltmarsh Shell: Alterations & Renovations” for easy ideas on modifications to this design, without re-writing the pattern. link text
This pattern has been professionally tech edited.
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- First published: July 2015
- Page created: July 30, 2015
- Last updated: July 19, 2024 …
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