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Knitting: Oriental Ballerina
76 kudoz

Oriental Ballerina

Pattern Info

Pattern info for this project can be found here:
Oriental Lily »

Instructions

I adapted this pattern as I wanted a ballet cardigan for my little girl, but I hate knitting items that require seaming. I also don't like picking up lots of stitches along edges, so this pattern was perfect. I cast on for a much smaller size, so that the neckline wasn't too wide and I decreased after separating for the armholes, as the pattern has ease built in but I didn't want the ease for a ...
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Difficulty:

Category: Knitting

Type of item: Clothing

For: Children

Style: Formal / Bridal, Classic, Traditional, Funky, Cute


Materials

Naturally Pride 100% merino wool

What was your inspiration?

I wanted a ballet cardigan that wasn't a cross-over (my daughter won't wear them!), but a cross between a traditional ballet cardigan and a modern, seamless bolero.

What are you most proud of?

The fact that I have managed to create a cardigan, just by using another as a guideline, but making the rest up as I went. And it fits perfectly!!

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

If you are confident to off the beaten track with a pattern, this one is a great one to start with!

 

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