Criostal Blouse

€6.50

A mesh v-neck top with easy drop-shoulder construction, the Criostal Blouse takes on a unique character when knitted with Nutiden yarn. Taking advantage of the airy properties of unspun wool, the open fabric combines warmth with ventilation, structure with plasticity. And while no doubt you will select this design for
its aesthetic, in the end you will be pleasantly surprised by its thermal performance.

Based on the same lace motif as the Criostal Shawl, the blouse is worked seamlessly and simply, with no steeking involved. It can be knitted as a sleeveless vest or as or a full-sleeved garment, infusing your wardrobe with that ethereal sculpturality that is the distinct product of Nutiden combined with lace.

A mesh v-neck top with easy drop-shoulder construction, the Criostal Blouse takes on a unique character when knitted with Nutiden yarn. Taking advantage of the airy properties of unspun wool, the open fabric combines warmth with ventilation, structure with plasticity. And while no doubt you will select this design for
its aesthetic, in the end you will be pleasantly surprised by its thermal performance.

Based on the same lace motif as the Criostal Shawl, the blouse is worked seamlessly and simply, with no steeking involved. It can be knitted as a sleeveless vest or as or a full-sleeved garment, infusing your wardrobe with that ethereal sculpturality that is the distinct product of Nutiden combined with lace.

MATERIALS & INFORMATION


SIZE 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)
Bodice circumference of finished garment measures as follows -
90cm/ 36" (100cm/ 40", 110cm/ 44", 120cm/ 48", 132cm/ 52.75", 142cm/ 56.75", 153cm/ 61", 165cm/ 66")

GAUGE
13 sts x 17 rounds/ rows = 10cm x 10cm, in lace pattern for main fabric
20 sts x 26 rounds/ rows = 10cm x 10cm, in 1x1 rib for edgings
(note: gauge can be slightly altered to preference)

YARN
Höner och Eir Nutiden, held double
sample shown in the August 2023 colour Krusiduller
project with long sleeves and standard bodice length requires 4-5 100g plates, depending on your size and on your batch of Nutiden

NEEDLES
Needle A (main fabric): circular needles, 5mm in diameter or as needed to meet gauge
Needle B (edgings): 2mm smaller in diameter than Needle A.
Needle C (relaxed hem alternative): 1mm smaller in diameter than Needle A

NOTIONS
st markers, measuring tape, tapestry needle, scrap-yarn

SPECIAL TECHNIQUES
basic lacework, 3-needle bind-off, picking up sts from selvage edge

CONSTRUCTION
Worked bottom-up with drop shoulder construction. The Bodice is worked in the round up to the underarms; then the Yoke is divided into front and back and each section is worked flat. The shoulders and the integrated neckband are connected with 3-needle bind-off.