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Astoria Tunic
The focal point of this tunic is the wide, face-framing collar,
which combines with the A-line shaping and inverted box pleat to create a vintage feel. This project knits up quickly using Aran weight yarn worked at a loose gauge.
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate: Skills include short rows, sturdy
knitted cast-on method for casting on stitches,
decreases, and increases. See Techniques
section beginning on page 146 for photo
tutorials on working short rows and the sturdy
knitted cast-on.
Shown in size S with 1 1/2”/4 cm ease. Intended to fit with 0”/0
cm to +4”/10 cm ease at bust.
PATTERN NOTES
• Worked in the round to armholes
• Short rows shape the front and back to
the collar
• Collar is also worked in the round
• A-line shaping
• Edges are self-finished except for collar
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- First published: April 2018
- Page created: February 6, 2018
- Last updated: February 8, 2018 …
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