Vintage Blooms by Joan McGowan-Michael

Vintage Blooms

Knitting
June 2012
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
22 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch with larger needles
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 6 - 4.0 mm
900 - 1300 yards (823 - 1189 m)
35½ (39½, 43½, 47 1/2)"
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Errata available: knittinguniverse.com

The pretty beaded motifs on this modern jacket are inspired by a 1950’s cardigan. We updated it with split cuffs and a sleek, slightly fitted silhouette. The detailed beading and luxurious fiber combine to create an heirloom quality garment.

Choose a size that will allow the wearer about 2-4” positive ease.

Skill level: Intermediate

Yarn:900 (1050, 1175, 1300) yds

Color: Khaki

Notions:
7 13mm (1/2”) buttons
Stitch holder
Beading needle
2 tubes size 11/0 seed beads
1 tube size 6/0 seed beads
Sewing thread in matching and
contrasting color
1/8 yd lightweight fusible interfacing
1 sheet lightweight tissue paper

Pattern found on page 46-49

Errata: under Back, Shape shoulders Bind off remaining 30 (36, 36, 36) stitches.