Talbot Top

SIZES (XS, S, M)(L, XL, XXL) The sizes correspond with a bust circumference of (80-85, 85-90, 90-95)(95-100, 100-110, 110-120) cm or approx. (31.5-33.5, 33.5-35.5, 35.5-37.5)(37.5-39.5, 39.5-43.5, 43.5-47.25) inches. MEASUREMENTS The Talbot Top is designed to have 8-15 cm / 3-6 in. of positive ease. Below are the measurements of the finished garment. For a loose fit choose a size that is 8-15 cm / 3-6 in. larger than your bust circumference. Make sure to check your gauge to have an accurately sized top. Bust circumference: (91, 97, 104)(112, 117, 127) cm / approx. (36, 38, 41)(44, 46, 50) in. Body length from underarm: 33 cm / 13 in. (adjustable) Sleeve circumference at top: (40, 40, 48)(53, 56, 60) cm / approx. (16, 16, 19)(21, 22, 24) in. Sleeve length from underarm: (15, 15, 19)(19, 23, 23) cm / approx. (6, 6, 7.5)(7.5, 9, 9) in. (adjustable) GAUGE 22 sts x 30 rows = 10 x 10 cm in stockinette on 4mm needles. NEEDLES 4mm 80-100cm circular needles 4mm 40cm circular needles 3mm 8-100cm circular needles NOTIONS Tapestry needle, stitch holders, stitch markers, 10 buttons size of your choosing, needle and thread YARN This top is knit using a DK weight mohair/brushed alpaca. The sample uses Phildar Phil Chic in Nude & Drops Brushed Alpaca Silk in Bordeaux. You could also use a silk mohair held double. You will need approx. (100, 100, 125)(150, 150, 175) g of colour A & (50, 50, 75)(75, 100, 100) g of colour B