Sexy Lacy Cardi by Patricia Baron

Sexy Lacy Cardi

Crochet
February 2013
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
22 stitches and 15 rows = 4 inches
in Pearl Stitch, Shell Stitch, Open Shell Stitch
3.25 mm (D)
1000 - 1200 yards (914 - 1097 m)
Size Small/Medium 32-36 inch bust
English
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This delicate, light weight cardi has a little stretch and drape for a comfortable, yet elegant fit.

Design Elements: Lacy open work sections, three quarter dolman sleeves, low V-neck, and button-through closure.

Skill Level
Moderately Challenging

Finished Sizes
Size Small/Medium Bust size 32-36 (81-91 cm)

Materials
“On-Line Linie 164 “Java” 67% cotton 33% rayon, color Red-Orange.
8 176 yard balls
Seven 3/8” buttons
Crochet hook Size D or size to obtain Gauge
Yarn needle
Yarn Substitutions: Any fine quality fingering or sock weight yarn that crochets to gauge. For a little fun, try a variegated or hand-painted yarn. For a dressier look, choose something with a sheen or tonal twist.

Gauge
11 sts in Pearl = 2” or 5 cm
1 Shell or Open Shell + 1 sc = 1” or 2.5 cm