DIY Kit - Fringe Tunic in Merino No. 5
This sleeveless tunic is worked flat from the bottom-up in two pieces: the front panel and the back panel. Each panel has gradual shaping on the outer edges near the top of the garment. The front panel also has decreases to form a v-shaped neckline. Once the panels are complete, they are seamed at the sides and shoulders.
*Pattern is written for solid color. Two tone style is shown to give ideas for customization possibilities.
Level: Intermediate
Sizes: XS - 2X/3X
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|
Size |
Yarn Amount |
Width (side to side) |
Length (shoulder to hem) |
|
XS |
5 balls |
21.5” (54 cm) |
25” (63 cm) |
|
S/M |
6 balls |
23.5” (59 cm) |
26.5” (67 cm) |
|
M/L |
6 balls |
25.5” (64 cm) |
28” (71 cm) |
|
L/XL |
7 balls |
27.5” (69.5 cm) |
29” (73 cm) |
|
2X/3X |
8 balls |
29.5” (74.5 cm) |
30.5” (77 cm) |
Kit Contains:
- Loopy Mango Merino No. 5 Yarn 74 yds 68 m | 150 g 5.3 oz each, 100% merino wool
- Size US 15 (10 mm) circular needles 32'' (80 cm) in length - OPTIONAL
- Pattern
- Loopy Mango project bag
Fiber Content Note: Merino No. 5 TWEED colors Blacksmith, Flamingo, Blue Lagoon, and Stardust have different fiber content: 80% Merino Wool, 14% Wool, 6% Viscose
Care: Dry clean or hand wash cold, lay flat to dry. Please test any washing/drying method on a small swatch to ensure you like the end result. Note that exposing wool to heat (hot water) or agitation (machine washing) will cause it to felt.
Yarn made in Italy, kit assembled in the USA.
Shown in Purple Rain (S/M), Polar Bear (S/M), and Polar Bear with TWEED-Blacksmith accent (S/M).
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