I've always liked the Regency-era style: flowing high-waisted dresses, form-fitting yet drapey fabrics, sophisticated simplicity that transcends fashion fads. This chemise, designed in honor of my favorite Austen character, attempts to re-create all that in a knitted garment that will fit many people, look chic, and yet allude to Austen's era. Finished Size: 30 ½ (35 ½, 39 ½, 44 ¼, 48 ½, 52 ¼, 57)" bust circumference. Chemise shown is a size 30 ½". Yarn:

Classic Elite Yarns Soft Linen (35% wool, 35% linen, 30% baby alpaca; 137 yd [125 m]/50 g]): #2289 Botticelli pink, 5 (6, 6, 7, 8, 9, 9) skeins. Yarn Weight:

3 - Light

Needles:

Lace skirt of chemise. Size 6 (4 mm): 24" circular (cir); Ribbing and bodice. Size 3 (3.25 mm): 24" cir and 2 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge. Notions:

Markers (m); stitch holders or waste yarn; tapestry needle. Gauge:

26 sts = 5 ¼" and 24 rnds = 4" in Body chart on larger needle; 21 sts and 30 rows = 4" in St st on smaller needle. Originally Published:

Jane Austen Knits Summer 2012

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