Frankie Blouse Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Frankie Blouse Knitting Pattern – PetiteKnit
A lightly fitted striped mohair blouse knitted from the top down. Raglan increases shape the yoke, with short rows raising the back neckline. Body and sleeves are worked in the round.
English printed knitting pattern. You receive the booklet by post. Yarn, needles, accessories and the finished item are not included.
Pattern details
Difficulty: 3/5 on PetiteKnit’s scale. Sizes: XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL.
Size and fit
Designed with around 0–5 cm of positive ease. Compare your bust measurement with the finished circumference for a close fit.
| Size | To fit chest/bust (cm) | Finished chest/bust (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 75–80 | 82 | 48 |
| XS | 80–85 | 86 | 50 |
| S | 85–90 | 91 | 52 |
| M | 90–95 | 97 | 54 |
| L | 95–100 | 101 | 56 |
| XL | 100–110 | 110 | 57 |
| 2XL | 110–120 | 120 | 58 |
| 3XL | 120–130 | 130 | 59 |
| 4XL | 130–140 | 141 | 62 |
| 5XL | 140–150 | 150 | 63 |
Length is measured down the centre back.
Gauge and needles
Gauge: 21 stitches × 31 rows in stocking stitch on 4 mm needles = 10 × 10 cm. Wash and block a swatch before measuring; adjust needle size to match stitches and rows.
Needles: 4 mm circular needles (40, 60 and 80 and/or 100 cm); 3.5 mm circular needles (80 or 100 cm); 4 mm and 3.5 mm double-pointed needles.
Wild & Woolly yarn option
Sandnes Garn Tynn Silk Mohair, held double throughout, is the owner-approved shop alternative. Use two strands of the same colour at a time.
Estimated yarn requirements in metres
| Size | Main colour total, both strands (m) | Stripe colour total, both strands (m) |
|---|---|---|
| XXS | 1060 | 424 |
| XS | 1060 | 636 |
| S | 1272 | 636 |
| M | 1272 | 636 |
| L | 1484 | 636 |
| XL | 1484 | 848 |
| 2XL | 1696 | 848 |
| 3XL | 1696 | 848 |
| 4XL | 1908 | 848 |
| 5XL | 1908 | 848 |
Equivalent-metre planning estimates based on the designer’s 212-metres-per-25-g mohair quantities; not confirmed consumption for this substitute. Each colour total already includes both strands: do not double it again. Round each colour or yarn up to whole sale units and allow extra for swatching or added length. Swatch the two strands together and wash/block before checking gauge and fabric.
Frequently asked questions
How is Frankie Blouse different from Frankie Sweater?
The Blouse uses two strands of fine mohair and has a closer fit, with 0–5 cm of ease. Frankie Sweater is a roomier wool design with different yarn requirements and gauge.
Do I double the main and stripe metre totals again?
No. Each colour allowance already includes the two strands used throughout; keep the main and stripe quantities separate.
What do the neckline short rows do?
They raise the back of the neck before the raglan yoke continues, shaping the neckline for the intended fit.