Gibson Ruffle Blouse

The Gibson Ruffle Blouse is inspired by the style and silhouette of the late 19th- and early 20th century; specifically the iconic Gibson Girls. It is knit top-down with a twisted rib neckline that closes with a button at the back. It has an elegant lace- and seed stitch panel at the chest, and an airy, romantic ruffle of mohair silk is picked up at the end. The sleeves are blousing bishop sleeves over a tall cuff of twisted rib – a silhouette straight out of the turn of the century. The body is cropped and fitted, and the hem is knit in twisted rib. Needles: 3.5 & 4 mm Yarn: Fabel Knitwear Athena (100 g = 400 m) ***or*** Alpaca Silk Cashmere (100 g = 400 m) ***&*** Mohair: Fabel Knitwear Mohair Silk Size: **(XS) S (M) L (XL)** 2XL (3XL) 4XL (5XL) Bust: **(80) 90 (100) 108 (118)** 127 (135) 145 (155) cm note that this is a no- to negative ease pattern, intended to fit snuggly. Quantity Athena: **(175) 200 (200) 250 (250)** 300 (350) 400 (400) g Quantity Mohair Silk: **(15) 20 (20) 25 (25)** 30 (35) 35 (40) g Gauge: 20 st(s) = 10 cm