Pattern Description from Interweave Online Store: “Knitted ribbing and crocheted edgings will make an hourglass out of you in this laced bustier. Wear it over, under, or by itself (oh my!) for the big night.”

Finished Size: 29 (32½, 35¾, 39½, 43)“ finished circumference, to fit size 32 (35½, 38¾, 42½, 46)” under-bust. Garment is very elastic, and size can be adjusted with laces

Yarn: Muench String of Pearls (70% cotton, 20% rayon, 10% polyester; 99 yd 90 m/50 g): #4013 gold, 5 (6, 6, 7, 8) balls

Yarn weight: #4 - Medium

Gauge: 19 sts and 32 rows = 4” in k2, p2 rib, stretched

Needles: Size 6 (4 mm): 24” or 32” circular needle

Notions: Removable stitch markers, yarn needle, size E/4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook

Originally Published: Knitscene, Spring 2007