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When you see Jane Elliott's magnificent designs, you might ask "Will I be able to actually knit something so complex?" The answer -- You certainly will! Jane writes her patterns in exquisite detail. Jane's patterns are written to make her designs accessible to anyone who can read and execute basic knitting techniques. Every stitch is spelled out in every row. You simply follow the pattern row by row, and you end with a magnificent work of art.
Technique: Knit
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
For Size: 38" or 40" chest measurement; vary your gauge with weight of yarn and needle size for the finished garment size you wish to obtain
Yarn Required:
For Sleeveless (Short-Sleeved, 3/4 Sleeved, Long-Sleeved) versions you will need approximately 738 (984, 1230, 1353) yds of DK Weight Yarn or Sport Weight Yarn and small amounts of contrasting colors as desired for flowers and leaves
Gauge: Work in a gauge of 6 sts = 1" on US 4 (3.5mm) Needles for a 38" chest measurement or 5 sts = 1" on US 6 (4mm) Needles for a 40" chest measurement; vary your gauge with weight of yarn and needles size to create the garment size you desire
Suggested Needle/Hook Size:
US 2 (2.75mm) Needles, US 4 (3.5mm) Needles, US 2 (2.75mm) 16" Circular Needles for sleeveless version, US 2 (2.75mm) 24" Circular Needles for neckline trim, and a C Crochet Hook
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