Bluebell Cardigan by Edie Eckman

Bluebell Cardigan

Crochet
January 2011
DK (11 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 8 rows = 4 inches
in openwork pattern with largest hook
4.0 mm (G)
5.0 mm (H)
5.5 mm (I)
1225 - 1715 yards (1120 - 1568 m)
36 (40, 44, 47, 52)" bust circ.
English
This pattern is available from interweave.com for $7.99.

This cardigan explores the versatility of double crochet two together (DC2TOG). The cardigan starts not with a base chain but with a row of clusters formed with dc2tog. Worked in one piece to the armholes, the cardigan morphs seamlessly to a dc2tog variation that forms a lacy fabric. A lovely cotton/bamboo-blend yarn makes this a good choice for spring days.

Finished Size: 36 (40, 44, 47, 52)“ bust circumference, buttoned. Garment shown measures 36”, modeled with 2” ease

Notions: Yarn needle; one 3/4” button in clear plastic or coordinating color.

Yarn: Lion Brand LB Collection Cotton Bamboo (52% cotton; 48% bamboo; 245 yd 224 m/3 1/2 oz 100 g; ): #487 -107 hyacinth, 5 (6, 6, 7, 7) balls.

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