Blossom is a lovely layering tee that owes its name to the manner in which the garment grows out of a central motif. This piece has a modular construction; it begins with a beaded counterpane square, giving a lovely focal point to both front & back. Stitches are worked outward and down, resulting in a shapely, seamless garment that is equally useful layered under a cardigan or jacket, or as a lovely summer tee.

It is recommended that you choose a size with zero, or slightly negative ease to account for the tendency of cotton yarns to “grow” with wearing.

Materials:
Yarn, dk weight – 630 (700, 770, 850, 930) yds.
(As shown:
Size S: Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy: 34% hemp, 41% cotton, 25% modal; 153yd/50g: 4 sk. #21 Apple Green
Size M: Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy: 34% hemp, 41% cotton, 25% modal; 153yd/50g: 4.5 sk. #20 Dark Coral
Needles, size US 4 (3.5mm)
– set of 5 dbl point; 16” and 24” circ.
Stitch markers, tapestry needle
Waste yarn/ Stitch holders
Small crochet hook
Beads, size 6/0 (approx. 160)

Gauge: 22 st. = 4” in stockinette;
approx. 20st. = 4” in lace pattern

Heartfelt thanks to Tina Turner for test knitting, & for your excellent & helpful suggestions!