I rarely incorporate lace into my designs; I’m more of a “structured texture” kind of gal. But I love the way this garter/eyelet combination results in a geometric edge that hardly feels like lace. This unique pattern provides an interesting alternative to traditional ribbing, and produces a tidy finish that lays perfectly flat with wear.

Bayside is worked back and forth from the beginning until the neck shaping is complete, then joined to work in the round from there. Garter stitch details at the raglan seams as well as a garter lace bottom border create interest, while providing structure and texture to the overall design. The sleeves and neckline are worked last.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Yardage: 1024 yards (1138, 1264, 1390, 1557, 1744) (936 m
1041, 1156, 1271, 1424, 1595)

Needle Sizes:
U.S. size 5/3.75 mm (24–32” 60– 80 cm) circular needle (body)
U.S. size 5/3.75 mm (12” 30 cm) circular needle or DPN (sleeves)
U.S. size 3/3.25 mm (12” 30 cm) circular needle or DPN (sleeve cuff)
U.S. size 3/3.25 mm (16–24” 40– 60 cm) circular needle (neckline)
Note: Use needle size necessary to obtain gauge.