Sizes: XXS (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL.
Bust circumference of the finished blouse: 72.5 (77) 82 (86.5) 91 (100) 109 (118) 132 cm.
Length (measured mid-back): 55 (55) 55 (55) 56 (56) 57 (58) 58 cm.
Size guide: The blouse is designed with a negative ease of approx. -7 cm. The sizes XXS (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL correspond to a bust measurement (measured directly on the body) of 75-80 (80–85) 85–90 (90–95) 95–100 (100–110) 110–120 (120–130) 130–140 cm. Remember to measure yourself before starting to ensure you choose the correct size. For example: If your bust measurement is 93 cm, you should choose size M (with a finished bust circumference of approx. 86.5 cm), which provides the intended ease of about -7 cm.
Suggested yarn: 100 (125) 125 (125) 150 (150) 150 (175) 175 g. Silk Mohair by Isager Yarn (25 g = 212 m). Color 36 is shown in the pictures. The blouse is knitted using 1 strand of yarn.
Suggested needles: 4 mm circular needle (80 or 100 cm) and 4 mm double pointed needles if you’re not using magic loop technique.
Gauge: 22 stitches x 29 rows per 10×10 cm using 4 mm needles in cable pattern.
Ophelia blouse is a beautiful and elegant knitted blouse with cables and a boat neck. The blouse has a tight-fitting silhouette combined with wide sleeves, giving it an exclusive and feminine look. It is knitted with one strand of mohair, which creates a light and delicate look, making the blouse suitable for both everyday wear and special occasions. The blouse is knitted top-down. The work begins with the upper back, after which the front is knitted and attached. Then the work is joined for the body, which is knitted in the round. Finally, stitches are picked up for the sleeves, which are also knitted in the round.
