The Bolero

**A light, breezy, and super beginner-friendly bolero!** Throw it over a top in the summer or pair it over long sleeves during cooler months. A quick and effortless weekend project. The pattern is written using US crochet terms. No sewing required - pieces are joined with a single crochet. Each size is written seperately (not in the brackets). The bolero should come out stretchy and drapey. I am 172 cm tall and wearing a size M. **TENSION AND SIZING NOTE** The pattern pairs a thin yarn with a larger hook to achieve a light, airy drape. Because tension varies naturally from maker to maker, always make a gauge swatch before starting. If your swatch turns out smaller than specified, make one size up in the pattern - and vice versa - to ensure the perfect fit and drape. For any questions, contact me on Instagram @atelier_ _orion. **MATERIALS** * 100% cotton yarn for hook size 3-4 (US) - I used mercerised cotton (50g/125m) Size S: 144 grams / 360 metres Size M: 150 grams / 375 metres Size L: 160 grams / 400 metres Size XL: 180 grams / 450 metres - 6 mm hook - 4 mm hook - scissors - yarn needle - stitch markers - tape measure **CROCHET ABBREVATIONS** ch - chain st/sts - stitch/stitches sc - single crochet dc - double crochet hdc - half double crochet hdc-blo - half double crochet, back loop only **SIZES & MEASUREMENTS** S - width: 36 cm, length: 37 cm M - width: 40 cm, length: 38 cm L - width: 46 cm, length: 39 cm XL - width: 50 cm, length: 40 cm *Measurements may vary because the fabric is stretchy and tension is different from one crocheter to another.* Tested across all sizes (S–XL). As this is my first pattern, I've taken every step to make it as clear and accurate as possible. If you run into any issues or notice a small typo, please don't hesitate to reach out!