Knitted Orange Lacework Bolero With Ties
The Knitted Orange Lacework Bolero with Ties is a charming addition to any outfit, perfect for those looking to add a touch of elegance to their wardrobe. The intricate lacework detailing gives it a delicate and sophisticated look, while the vibrant orange color adds a fun and playful touch. The ties provide a customizable fit, allowing you to adjust the bolero to your liking and ensuring both comfort and style. Whether worn over a dress for a special occasion or paired with jeans for a more casual look, this bolero is sure to turn heads and make you stand out in the best way possible.
Knitting instructions:
Sizes: 36/38 (44/46)
The data for size 44/46 are given in parentheses. If only one value is mentioned, it applies to both sizes.
You will need:
- 350 (400) g of orange (color 9) Lana Grossa SPRING yarn (58% viscose, 27% polyamide, 15% cashmere, 150 m/50 g).
- Straight needles size 4.5; crochet hook size 4.
Ribbing: alternate knitting 1 knit, 1 purl.
Main pattern (number of stitches multiple of 6 + 1 + 2 edge stitches): knit according to the chart, which shows only the right side rows, in the wrong side rows, knit the stitches as they appear. Knit rows 1-18, then repeat rows 3-18.
Stockinette stitch: right side rows - knit stitches, wrong side rows - purl stitches.
Gauge, main pattern, needles size 4.5: 18 stitches and 28.5 rows = 10 x 10 cm.
Knitting description for a women's bolero with needles
Back: cast on 81 (93) stitches on needles size 4.5 and knit in the main pattern. After 34.5 (40) cm from the beginning of work, bind off the central stitch for the slit and finish both sides separately. After 40 (45.5) cm from the beginning of work = 114 (130) rows of the main pattern, bind off the remaining 40 (46) stitches on each side.
Left front: cast on 40 (46) stitches on needles size 4.5 and distribute the stitches as follows: edge stitch, 37 (43) stitches of the main pattern, 1 stitch of stockinette stitch, edge stitch. After 40 (45.5) cm from the beginning of work = 114 (130) rows of the main pattern, bind off all stitches.
Right front: knit symmetrically to the left front.
Sleeves: cast on 81 stitches on needles size 4.5 and knit in the main pattern. After 17.5 (20.5) cm from the beginning of work = 50 (58) rows of the main pattern, bind off all stitches.
Assembly: sew shoulder seams. Edge the back slit with 1 row of single crochet. Set in sleeves. Sew side seams and sleeve seams. For the placket, cast on 19 stitches on needles size 4.5 and distribute the stitches as follows: edge stitch, * 1 knit, 1 purl, repeat from * twice, 13 stitches of stockinette stitch, edge stitch. After 140 cm from the beginning of work, bind off all stitches. Attach the placket to the lower edge, slightly gathering the lower edge of the bolero so that the ties on both sides extend by 30 cm.
