“Spike treble crochet creates an elegantly retro houndstooth look that makes this duster perfect for an outing out with a dress or jeans. The remarkably lightweight single-ply, merino and alpaca Takhi Dove yarn keeps you warm without weighing you down. Made seamlessly from the neck down, this coat has an A-line shape and Empire-length buttonband with crocheted buttons.”

Finished Size: 37 (40, 43, 45, 48, 51)“ and 35(35,35,35,35,36 1/2)” in length. Garment shown measures 37”, shown with 3” ease.

Yarn: Tahki Dove: #006 grape (a), 6(7,7,8,8,9) balls; #004 olive, 4(5,5,6,6,7) balls.

Notions: stitch markers; 8 1 1/8” plastic bone rings

Gauge: 12 sts = 4”; 3 reps = 4” and 8 rows = 3” in spike-tr color patt; 13 sts and 12 rows = 4” in FPhdc, BPdc ribbing. Note: weight of garment will cause gauge to stretch