The Esther Blouse is inspired by the streets of Mexico. The seed stitch texture mimics the stone roads commonly seen in the downtown plazas of Mexican cities. The stockinette stripes on the sides and middle of the blouse represent the smoothness of modern architecture, existing alongside historical compositions.

When I was 12 years old, I was able to take my first solo trip to visit my Mama Esther in Loreto, Mexico. My grandmother gave me tours of her city, the sea life, local music and the longstanding Missions. My Mama Esther raised me for the first couple of years of my life. It is an honor to create something to symbolize the memories I have with her.

Difficulty Level: Advanced Beginner
Materials:
3 (S, M), 4 (L, XL) 5 (2XL, 3XL), 6 (4XL, 5XL) balls of We Are Knitters The Cotton (3.5 oz/100g , 232 yds/212m per ball) or equivalent weight.
US 8/5mm circular needles, 24” long (32” recommended for XL sizes)
Stitch marker
Darning needle

Pattern is knit bottom-up, splitting into two panels to be worked flat into an i-cord bind off.