Whisper Tunic

Knitted with two strands of linen yarn held together, Whisper is an elegant warm-weather cardigan. It easily adapts to a variety of styles—over a simple dress for a splash of lacey class or as a simple cover-up while wandering the beach. Knitted from the bottom up, it is shaped by changing to progressive needle sizes along the way. The sleeves and neck are shaped without interrupting the lace pattern. Easy! Finished Measurements: About 31¼ (35, 38¾, 42½, 46¼, 50, 53¾)" bust circumference, buttoned with 1" overlap. Yarn Requirements: Euroflax by Louet 100% linen;100 gram hank = approx 270 yards• #68 steel grey 7 (8, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12) hanks Knitting Needles: Body and Sleeves: U.S. Sizes 10 (6 mm) and 11 (8 mm): 32" circular each. Edgings: U.S. Size 6 (4 mm): 16" and 32" circulars. Or sizes needed to obtain gauge. Notions: cable needle; stitch holders or waste yarn; markers; five 1" buttons Gauge: 20 sts (2 patt reps) and 28 rows (1 patt rep) = 3¾" wide and 3½" tall in charted patt o