Bristlefront by Mel Kennelly

With a fun sideways construction and flirty ruffle panel, Bristlefront is a delightful crochet top. Simple stitches take on an intricate look in this ¾-sleeve pullover, creating a statement piece for your handmade wardrobe.

Sizes

(1, 2, 3, 4) 5, 6, 7, 8 {9, 10, 11, 12}

Finished measurements

Bust: (31½, 35½, 38½, 42½) 46½, 50, 53, 57 {60, 64, 67, 71}“ / (80, 90, 98, 108) 118, 127, 134.5, 145 {152.5, 162.5, 170, 180.5} cm

Length: (16, 16¼, 17¾, 17¾) 18½, 18½, 19½, 19½ {20½, 20½, 22, 22}” / (40.5, 41, 45, 45) 47, 47, 49.5, 49.5 {52, 52, 56, 56} cm

Shown in size 4 (42½“ / 108 cm), modeled with approximately 5” / 12 cm positive ease.

Recommended ease: Approximately 4–6” / 10–15 cm positive ease.

Yarn

BERROCO IRIS (100 g): (4, 5, 6, 6) 7, 7, 8, 8 {9, 10, 10, 11} hanks #11621 Beachside

Hook

Crochet hook, size US 7 / 4.5 mm or size to obtain gauge

Notions

Tapestry needle

removable stitch markers

Gauge

15 dc and 9 rows = 4” / 10 cm in dc

Gauge is measured after blocking. To save time and ensure accurate measurements, take time to check gauge.