Ethnic Blouse

> **20% sale** to **celebrate release** > Until midnight GMT on August 9th > Coupon code **" release "** I have long wanted to capture the beauty of the plum blossom—the emblem of the Korean Empire—within a knitted piece. Gazing at the serene view of plum and cherry blossoms blooming beyond the quiet palace walls, I gathered fragments of that season and translated them into this pattern. This blouse features delicate plum blossom and leaf motifs, creating a rich, subtly ethnic atmosphere. The garment is worked partly flat and partly in the round, then finished using steeking. The colorwork is designed as an upper-body focal point rather than covering the entire chest. The horizontal motif remains consistent, while the vertical length can be customized by choosing from three options to suit your preferences and body proportions. Included is a tutorial sharing my method for achieving a clean, jogless finish in circular colorwork along the border. The sleeves incorporate short rows for improved fit and comfort when worn. I recommend choosing a size with approximately 5–10 cm (2–4 inches) of positive ease relative to your bust measurement. Like the radiant spring that arrives after a long wait, I hope you enjoy knitting this blouse, a piece shaped with care and quiet intention. **Skill level:** Intermediate Recommended for knitters experienced with stranded colorwork and finishing more than one (top-down) garment. This design involves a two-color colorwork technique. To manage the strands effectively, it is recommended for knitters who are proficient in tension control. **Sizes available :** XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL (9 sizes) **Measurements (cm)** •Bust : 78 (87) 96 (104) 113 (122) 131 (140) 149 •Length : Pattern A: 57, B: 58, C: 61 **Yarn Amount** •gram : 229 (245) 260 (300) 342 (385) 429 (475) 522 •Meter : 1174 (1249) 1320 (1500) 1686 (1877) 2073 (2274) 2480 This is the total amount of yarn required for the entire project. It is for reference only; the specific amount needed for each contrast color is detailed in the pattern. **Materials:** • Yarn ( for the sample shown in size M ) Holstgarn Supersoft ( light fingering ) 50 g 287 m M size : MC : 051 Willow 182 g 1045 m CC1 : 078 saffron 22 g 126 m CC2 : 029 Marlin 30 g 172 m CC3 : 089 Goldcrest 26 g 149 m **Needle size :** 3.5 mm You can change needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge. **Gauge:** Gauge in Stitch Pattern 10cm = 27 sts x 31 rows, after washing & blocking, after washing & blocking **Video tutorial:** •[folded bind-off (폴디드 바인드 오프 - 웰트 스티치)][21] [21]: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/gBLlLUYB9Sw