Bea Blouse Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Bea Blouse Knitting Pattern – PetiteKnit
A light boat-neck blouse worked from the top down. Short rows shape the back neckline, followed by sleeve increases and raglan shaping.
English printed knitting pattern. You receive the pattern booklet by post. Yarn, needles, accessories and the finished item are not included.
Pattern details
Difficulty: 2/5 on PetiteKnit's scale. Sizes: XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL.
Size and fit
Designed for around 2 cm of negative ease. Compare your measurements with the finished measurements below. All measurements are in centimetres.
| Size | Finished chest/bust (cm) | Finished length (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| XXS | 78 | 46 |
| XS | 83 | 49 |
| S | 88 | 51 |
| M | 93 | 53 |
| L | 98 | 56 |
| XL | 108 | 57 |
| 2XL | 118 | 58 |
| 3XL | 128 | 59 |
| 4XL | 138 | 62 |
| 5XL | 148 | 63 |
Gauge, needles and accessories
Gauge: 21 stitches × 30 rows in stocking stitch on 4 mm needles, after washing and blocking = 10 × 10 cm. Wash and block a swatch before starting, and adjust needle size to achieve the pattern gauge.
Needles: 4 mm circular needles (40, 60, 80 and/or 100 cm) and 4 mm double-pointed needles, or Magic Loop.
Yarn planning
Please contact Wild & Woolly for help choosing a stocked yarn combination that meets this pattern's gauge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bea Blouse shaped with raglan increases from the very beginning?
The boat neckline and raised back are shaped first with short rows. Sleeve increases are followed by raglan increases, and the body is then worked in the round.
Is Bea Blouse intended to fit loosely?
No. It is designed with approximately 2 cm of negative ease. Check the washed swatch and finished bust measurements rather than adding the extra room you would choose for an oversized sweater.