Opera House Top by Jane Howorth

Opera House Top

Crochet
October 2020
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
19 sts (3 patt reps + 1 st) = 4'' and 10 rows (5 patt reps) = 6'' in diamond leaf patt, blocked.
3.75 mm (F)
1200 - 1920 yards (1097 - 1756 m)
38 (43, 45 1/2, 50 1/2, 53, 55 1/2)" bust.
US
English
This pattern is available from interweave.com for $7.99.

Inspired by the intricacy of dappled sunlight shining through a canopy of leaves, this light and airy cover-up is perfect for any occasion, pairing well with a top, dress, or even beachwear. Smart seamwork ensures that this beautiful pattern remains consistent along every edge without sacrificing garment stability.

Difficulty Easy

Yarn Weight 2

Finished Size 38 (43, 45 1/2, 50 1/2, 53, 55 1/2)“ bust. Sample shown measures 38”, modeled with 4” of positive ease.

Yarn Omega Mimosa (62% cotton, 38% rayon; 240 yd 219 m/ 3 1/2 oz 100 g): #19 Cream, 5 (6, 6, 7, 7, 8) balls. Yarn distributed by Creative Yarn Source.

Hook Size F/5 (3.75 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions Removable st markers (m); yarn needle.

Gauge 19 sts (3 patt reps + 1 st) = 4” and 10 rows (5 patt reps) = 6” in diamond leaf patt, blocked.

For techniques you don’t know, please visit our online knitting glossary at https://www.interweave.com/go/IWCglossary

NOTES

  • This sweater is worked in pieces and seamed.

  • One diamond leaf is 6 stitches wide and 2 rows tall.

For more information, see: https://www.interweave.com/product/the-crochetist-2020-digital-edition/