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Orchids
Worked down from the shoulders, Orchids is completely 
seamless and breath-takingly sexy for those who dare to bare! 
Can also be worn over a lightweight top. Designed to be loose fitting and hip-skimming. Simple and enjoyable to knit, this 
dress will leave them wanting more!
To Fit Chest Circumference: 32 (34, 36, 38, 40)”/81 (86, 91.5, 96.5, 101.5)cm 
Note: Sample is 2nd size, worn by Lillian, who has a 35” Bust.
Yarn 
Peau De Soie Hand Dyed Silk Yarn (100% Silk), 100g/3.5oz, 
185yds/169m 
Main Colour (MC): 3 (3, 4, 4, 5) Skeins of #01 Ivory 
Contrast Colour 1 (CC1): 1 Skein of #11 Early Girl 
Contrast Colour 2 (CC2): 1 Skein of #13 Saffron 
Or yarn that knits to specified gauge.
Tools 
1 US 6/4mm 24”/60cm or longer circular needle 
Waste yarn for Provisional/Invisible Cast On 
2 Stitch Markers 
1 Stitch Holders 
Cable Needle
Gauge 
18 stitches x 26 rows = 4”/10cm worked in Stockinette Stitch 
and US 6/4mm knitting needles 
Or size needed to obtain gauge.
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- First published: April 2012
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