A very pretty woman's
dickey dressy enough to wear under a suit jacket. Or
quickly dress up a crew-neck sweater.
The V shape of the
collar front is made by a bias-knit twisted rib pattern.
The collar back is knit at the same time in a companion plaited
twist rib pattern stitch.
Yarn and needles:
Sportweight yarn - approximately 220 yards; choose a
medium to high-twist yarn to enhance the definition of the
twisted stitches in the collar ribbing.
Size 6 circular needle
or size required to obtain planned gauge of 5-1/2 st./in. over
stockinette stitch - 16" and optional 24" lengths.
Solid colors will give
a classic, tailored look. Choose variegated yarns for a
casual look.
Skill Level:
Advanced Intermediate
Yarn suggestions:
(M)
Model
was knit in a silky Egyptian
cotton.
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