Triad Bralette by Nomad Stitches

Triad Bralette

Crochet
August 2024
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
23 stitches and 12 rows = 4 inches
in dc
3.0 mm
190 - 515 yards (174 - 471 m)
9 sizes to fit bodies from 71 cm / 28 in to 157.5 cm / 62 in
US
English
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Embrace the spirit of summer with the Triad Bralette, the perfect addition to your festival wardrobe, beach outings, or as a stylish layer under dresses and shirts. Featuring a delicate floral lace pattern, this bralette exudes elegance and romance.

Designed with adjustable straps and a customizable bodice, the Triad Bralette ensures a comfortable and flattering fit for all body types and sizes. Whether you’re a crochet novice or a seasoned pro, you’ll appreciate the detailed written instructions, video tutorials, step-by-step pictures, and a handy progress table included in the pattern. Crafting this beautiful piece will be a thoroughly enjoyable experience!

For a more modest look, check out our sister pattern, the Triad Top.

Skill Level:

Advanced Beginner / Easy

Sizes + Measurements

This pattern comes in 9 different sizes. The instructions for each size are color-coded and in the order shown here: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9).

When choosing a size, keep in mind that the width of the bralette (Bottom Width) is defined as approximately 60% of the total bust measurement. However, this measurement should not be wider than your underbust circumference, if it is, choose a smaller size.

To fit busts of: 71-76 (81-86, 91.5-96.5, 101.5-106.5, 111.5-117) (122-127, 132-137, 142-147, 152-158) cm / 28-30 (32-34, 36-38, 40-42, 44-46) (48-50, 52-54, 56-58, 60-62) in

These are the approximate measurements of the finished item:

a) Garment Width:44.5 (50, 5, 62.5, 68.5) (74.5, 81, 86.5, 93) cm / 17½ (19¾, 22¼, 24¾, 27) (29¼, 31¾, 34, 36½) in

b) Total Width1:50.5 (56, 5, 68.5, 74.5) (80.5, 87, 92.5, 99) cm / 19¾ (22, 24½, 27, 29¼) (31¾, 34¼, 36½, 39) in

c) Length not incl neck straps2:30 (31, 32, 34, 35) (36, 5, 39, 40) cm / 11¾ (12¼, 12¾, 13¼, 13¾) (14¼, 14¾, 15¼, 15¾) in

d) Length from shoulder to hem:39 (40, 5, 43, 44) (45.5, 46.5, 48, 49) cm / 15½ (15¾, 16¼, 16¾, 17¼) (17¾, 18¼, 18¾, 19¼) in

1Including back strap rings

2Including Hem. Adjustable to taste.

Sample is size 4; model measures about 104 cm / 41 in around bust.

Materials

YARN: Fingering weight yarn (size 1).

Approx 175 (205, 235, 275, 310 (345, 385, 425, 470) m / 190 (225, 260, 300, 335) (380, 425, 465, 515) yds for the body and 30 – 40 m / 33 – 43 yds for the straps and edging.

Approx 2 (2, 2, 2, 2) (3, 3, 3, 3) balls of Knit Picks, Comfy.

Yardage provided includes 5% extra for swatching and margin of error. The amounts may vary if length is adjusted.

The yarn used is Knit Picks, Comfy (Fingering weight, 75% Pima Cotton / 25% Acrylic, 50g, 218 yds) in colorway Peony.

HOOKS: 3 mm or size needed to meet gauge, 4.5 mm hook for braided cord and braided cord edging.

NOTIONS: tapestry needle, 2 stitch markers, scissors.

Alternative Yarns

Here are some recommended options based on weight and composition:

DMC Natura, Just Cotton (100% Cotton)

Scheepjes, Bamboo Soft (50% Bamboo, 50% Cotton)

MillaMia, Naturally Baby Soft (50% Cotton, 50% Soy)

Gauge

23 sts x 12 dc rows worked flat after blocking = 10 cm x 10 cm / 4 x 4 in.

Be sure to block and check gauge before starting by making a large enough gauge swatch (at least 15 x 15 cm / 6 x 6 in).

Certain materials may sag, and the fabric may extend with drape, so adjust hook size accordingly.