Troy is inspired by the traditional Russian sleeveless dress, which was meant to be worn over an embroidered blouse. As a layer it is very popular and practical, because it adds warmth and with different tops underneath gives a variety of outfits, and that is why it is a favorite garment of mine, too. This dress is designed as a layer with a combination of 3 different textural stitch patterns and some interesting construction details, such as slash pockets with inserts and a short row shaped neck line.

Finished Measurements
Bust: 38 (42, 46, 53.5, 58, 59.5)“ / 97 (106, 116, 136, 148, 151) cm
Shown in 42” on 41” bust with 1” of positive ease.

Yarn
Harrisville Designs Shetland (Fingering weight)
100% Pure Virgin Wool
217 yds per 50gr (1.75 oz) Skein
Shown in Oatmeal #46
6 (6, 7, 8, 9, 9) Skeins, or

1155 (1280, 1410, 1665, 1825, 1870) yds / 1055 (1170, 1290, 1515, 1660, 1710) m

Needles
US 4 3.5 mm circular needles, 24” or 36” depending on size of garment
US 4 3.5 mm straight needles for working on pocket insets

Notions
Stitch markers
Row counter
Waste yarn or stitch holders Spare needle for bind off Blunt needle for seaming