The Claire Blouse is a feminine, fitted crochet blouse with a beautiful open back and bow detail. It is designed with negative ease, but the adjustable back ties allow you to customize the fit and the length is also customizable.

The blouse is worked from the top down without seaming. The sleeves are crocheted directly onto the body in the round.

Sizes:
XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL)

Materials:
• 3 mm crochet hook
• DK weight yarn
1000 (1100) 1200 (1350) 1450 (1600) m
1100 (1205) 1315 (1480) 1590 (1750) yrd
of Drops Belle 50 g = 120 m / 130 yrd or similar DK yarn
• Stitch markers

Gauge:
19 hdc x 13 rows of alternating flo hdc and blo hdc = 10 x 10 cm 4 x 4 in

Size guide:
The Claire Blouse is designed with approximately 5 cm 2 in of negative ease. It is intended to fit bust measurements of:
80–85 (85–90) 90–95 (95–100) 100–110 (110–120) cm
31.5–33.5 (33.5–35.5) 35.5–37.5 (37.5–39.5) 39.5–43.5 (43.5–47.5) in

Length is customizable.

Skill level: Intermediate
The pattern uses US terminology and includes detailed explanations of all special techniques.

This pattern also includes guidance for adjusting tie length and body length, as well as tips for achieving clean edges and a polished finish. You can choose to keep the bow adjustable or sew it in place for a more polished look.

If you have any questions, feel free to message me here or on Instagram @artsymaki. I’m happy to help ♡