Spring is almost here (really!). So many warm-weather yarns are flocking to the shop, and we can’t wait to dive into new projects for warmer weather. Today’s Must Make, the Alaka Shirt, is a soft delicate lace yoke piece perfect for spring. The delicate V-shaped lace adorning the yoke and sleeves is reminiscent of flocks of birds returning from their winter sojourn – a promise of warmer days to come. This delightful tee by Pascuali Designs features their new cotton yarn, Suave. Suave is a delight to knit with – easy to handle, drapey, and as soft as cashmere! The relaxed fit of the design makes it as easy to style with a smart pair of trousers or a pencil skirt for something a little dressier, or paired with your favorite jeans for the perfect farmer’s market fit. This yarn is available in our ALX shop only!
Alaka Shirt
Sizes
S (M; L; XL; XXL)
Finished Bust Measurements
32 (35; 39; 42; 47)”
Note: The shirt has a relaxed fit with a wide opening and is meant to fit with positive ease
Yarn
- 5 (6, 7, 7, 8) balls of Pascuali Suave ( 100% Cotton (Organic))
Needles and Notions
- US 1.5 (2.5 mm) circular needle for neckline ribbing
- US 1.5 (2.5 mm) circular needle, 24 – 40” (60 – 100 cm) for hemline ribbing
- US 1.5 (2.5 mm) DPNs for the cuffs
- US 2.5 (3 mm) circular needle, 24 – 40” (60 – 100 cm) for the body
- US 2.5 (3 mm) DPNs for the sleeves or needle sizes required to get gauge
- 15 stitch markers (one of them unique for BOR)
- Stitch holders or waste yarn
- Tapestry needle and scissors
Gauge
26 stitches and 40 rows = 4 inches
