The Lillian Top is a truly versatile and fabulous garment. Originally designed as a top, it can also be worn as a poncho, a strapless dress and even a fish-tail skirt! Lillian is an intricate knit and is suitable for the experienced knitter. It is advisable to knit the Fantasia Cowl before making Lillian as it is a great introduction to the stitch and shaping.

Lillian is photographed in the colour Alpaca Mist (Rose Grey)
Knitted in Purl Alpaca Designs 100% pure alpaca Fine yarn
Skill level: advanced
Sizes:
Small/Medium: 83-93 cm bust – 33″ to 37″ (8 balls)
Medium/Large: 93-102.5 cm bust – 37″ to 41″ (10 balls)

There is the option of creating Lillian with a shorter rib so that it sits on the waist. This take approximately 2 balls less.

Needle Size: 3mm circular and 4.5mm straight needles
Tension: 36sts and 30 rows to 10cm square over 2×2 rib using 3mm needles

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There is a correction to the first print of this pattern. If you bought this pattern at Alexandra Palace Knitting and Stitching show in October 2011 please contact us on info@purlalpacadesigns.com and we will send you the corrections. Sorry! The pattern download on Ravelry is the correct version.

To fit:
83-93, 93-102.5 cm bust

Yarn needed:
8, 10 balls

Needles:
One pair 3mm circular needles, 60cm length
One pair 4.5mm straight needles

Also needed:
Stitch markers, crochet hook, 4 small buttons

Also available as a kit for £57 - £93 depending on size and length.