Designer:
Julia Vaconsin

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To be set by participants

Skill level: Intermediate

About this Pattern: click to view enlarged image
Laceweight Malabrigo creates a lightweight top that can be worn as a vest in cooler weather and on its own when the temperature climbs.  Single crochet in the back loop creates the ribbing and triple shells create the lacy top sections.

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Materials: To complete this project as shown, you'll need the following materials: Magazine "Interweave Crochet"  Spring 2009.  Help support Planet Purl and save money by purchasing your magazine subscriptions through our Amazon bookstore. Project Gauge: 42 sc and 36 rows =4" in ribbing stitch 3, 3, 3, 4, 4 skeins Malabrigo Lace (100% baby merino; 470 yards; laceweight) for finished bust sizes 31.75, 35, 38.5, 42, 45.5".  Designed to be worn with slight negative ease. Size B/1 (2.25 mm) crochet hook Tapestry needle

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