Blue Sky Fibers 1940's Inspired Gown Pattern
Blue Sky Fibers 1940's Inspired Gown Pattern
SKU: SKU: BSF-1940S-INSPIRED-GOWN
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A vintage-inspired two-piece outfit with a fitted top, puff sleeves, and peplum.
Designed by Cheryl Nelson. Printed pattern; yarn and tools are sold separately.
Materials
YARN:
Alpaca Silk by Blue Sky Fibers (50% alpaca/50% silk; 50g/146yds): 6 (6, 6, 7) hanks for top; 10 (10, 10, 11) hanks for skirt
NEEDLES:
Size 7 (4.5mm) needles, or size needed to obtain gauge
Size 7 (4.5mm) 24″ circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge
Size 9 (5.5mm) 36″ circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge
Size 10½ (6.5mm) 36″ circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge
Size 11 (8mm) 36″ circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge
OTHER TOOLS:
Size H (5mm) hook, or size needed to obtain gauge
Stitch marker
¾” elastic
Pattern details
SKILL LEVEL:
Intermediate
GAUGE:
In St st, 21 sts and 26 rows = 4″, using smallest needles
In 2×2 rib, 22 sts and 26 rows = 4″
SIZES:
XS (S, M, L)
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS:
Top (width at bust): 14⅞ (16, 17⅛, 18⅝)”
Length (highest point on shoulder to bottom of peplum): 20⅜ (21⅛, 21⅜, 21⅞)”
Skirt (width at waist): 12⅛ (13, 13¾, 14½)”
Length (including trim): 37″
Original sample colors
No. 139 Peacock
For Alpaca Silk designs, Metalico can be used as the yarn alternative. Check your gauge before starting.
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