Bloom

Description

This sweet & simple summer knit is a thoughtful, wearable re-imagining of the classic bandeau. The design features options for creating a shorter, more fitted bralette with a ruched front, or a longer, looser tube top with more gathers. Choose either style or mix and match details for your perfect summer top — BLOOM is primed for a customized fit for your body and style! The pattern is worked entirely in stockinette in the round, and includes 12 sizes, horizontal bust darts, detailed instructions for inserting the elastic bands, and optional shoulder ties.

Details

→ Click here to download a free PDF with all the pattern details, including sizing information, yarn requirements, gauge and needles, and a full schematic.

→ Click here to view the test knitting round up on my blog, showing the sweater in a range of sizes, modifications, and bodies.

→ Click here to view the #BloomBandeau hashtag on Instagram to see the pattern in a range of sizes and connect with other knitters for yarn ideas and styling inspiration!

Yarn

BLOOM was designed in Purl Soho Cattail Silk (618 yards/565 meters/100g), a light fingering weight 100% mulberry silk that is machine washable and creates a fabric with a gorgeous, buttery soft drape. Please note that all sizes will require an additional 30 yards/28 meters if you decide to add straps. 

Other suitable yarns:

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Knit Picks Lindy Chain 

Holst Garn Coast Uld Bomuld 

Berroco Remix Light

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BC Garn Alba 

Isager Strik Bomulin 

Kelbourne Woolens Mojave

$$$ 

Echoview Fiber Mill Lapidary 

Shibui Koan 

Magpie Fibers Equinox Sport

PLEASE NOTE: This is a listing for a PDF download of a knitting pattern. Buying this pattern through this website means it will not be available through your Ravelry library.