Victorian Charm by Candi Jensen

Victorian Charm

Crochet
September 2004
DK / Sport ?
16 stitches and 12 rows = 4 inches
in half-double crochet (US) using size G/6 (4mm) hook.
4.0 mm (G)
544 - 680 yards (497 - 622 m)
6mo (12mo 18mo)
English

Sizes: Instructions are written for size 6mo. Changes for sizes 12mo and 18mo are in parentheses.

Finished measurements:

  • Chest (buttoned) 22” (24 26)“
  • Length 11” (12 13)“
  • Upper arm 9” (10 11)“

Gauge: 16 sts and 12 rows to 4” over half-double crochet (US) using size G/6 (4mm) hook.

From the description: Ruffled lace and dainty pearl buttons over a dusty lavender bodice lend an antiquated touch to this vintage-inspired cardigan - it makes a treasured heirloom that can be passed on from generation to generation.

Suggested Materials:

  • approximately 544-680yds of DK/light worsted weight yarn
  • five 1/2” buttons
  • 2yds of 3/4” wide ecru cotton lace
  • ecru sewing thread

Suggested Colors: Lavender.