Classical Greek architects used fluting as visual effect to enhance roundness. Fluting refers to the vertical grooves on a column and promotes a play of light along the surface.

This full coverage bralette is knit in the round, bottom up with a simple fluted rib pattern along the band which gracefully continues upward gently framing the bodice and leads directly into the wide, supportive straps. Generous increases shape the bust (knit flat, back and forth) to create the triangle shaped front panels and allows for easy modification for a custom fit.

Pattern is written for a variety of sizes-13 sizes in all (24”-50”) determined specifically by your measurements, chest circumference, and the pattern includes suggestions to customize for your bosom.

Stitches and Skills
BOR Beginning of Round
K Knit
P Purl
CO Cast on using stretchy method, norwegian or german twist
BO bind off

M1 with right needle, lift the strand of yarn between next stitch, slip it on left needle, knit into the back of this stitch

K2tog knit next 2 stitches together
SSK slip, slip, knit-

Grafting three needle bind off or Kitchner stitch
RS Right side
WS Wrong side

Sizes
To determine size, measure the chest circumference under the bust, where the band will fit. Find the closest match. Pattern is written for band sizing 24-26 (26-28”,28-30”,30-32”,32-34”,34-36”,36-38”,38-40”,40-42”,
42-44”,44-46”,46-48”,48-50”)

Gauge
Rib K2P2 size 3:6 stitches/per inch not stretched
Stockinette size 5: 20S/6R (4X4square)
Yarn
Cascade 220 Superwash Merino pictured in Royal
Malabrigo Arroyo Sport pictured in Purpusa and Borrajas
250- 700yards

Supplies
16 inch Circular Needles
sizes 3 and 5
Or size to obtain correct tension
Tape measure
Stitch markers
Stitch holders or scrap yarn