Blume
Blume
Blume’s classic shape is complemented by a gracefully curved hem and customizable details. A sleeveless silhouette gives you endless layering opportunities, while optional sleeves make this garment your go-to pullover.
PDF - Digital Download. Additional pattern information shown below photographs.
Constsruction
The pullover is worked from the bottom up in pieces, then seamed at the center front, center back, and shoulders. Instructions for sleeveless or with sleeves are included. A decorative neckline and armhole edge (for sleeveless version only) is worked circularly from picked-up stitches.
Sizes
34¾ (38¾, 43¼, 47¼, 51¼, 55¾, 59¾, 63¾)" / 88.5 (98.5, 110, 120, 130, 141.5, 152, 162) cm finished bust circumference
Model wearing size 38¾" / 98.5 cm with +4¾" / 12 cm ease
Yarn A
Shibui Twig
36% linen, 42% recycled silk, 12% wool
190 yards / 174 meters per 50 g skein
Sleeveless:
4 (5, 6, 6, 7, 8, 9, 9) skeins
755 (850, 990, 1090, 1240, 1360, 1530, 1645) yards / 690 (775, 910, 995, 1135, 1245, 1400, 1505) meters
With Sleeves:
7 (7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13) skeins
1190 (1315, 1505, 1635, 1840, 2000, 2215, 2375) yards / 1090 (1200, 1375, 1495, 1680, 1830, 2025, 2170) meters
Yarn B (Optional)
Shibui Silk Cloud
60% kid mohair, 40% silk
330 yards / 300 meters per 25 g skein
Sleeveless:
3 (3, 3, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5) skeins
755 (850, 990, 1090, 1240, 1360, 1530, 1645) yards / 690 (775, 905, 995, 1135, 1245, 1400, 1505) meters
With Sleeves:
4 (4, 5, 5, 6, 7, 7, 8) skeins
1190 (1315, 1505, 1635, 1840, 2000, 2215, 2375) yards / 1090 (1200, 1375, 1495, 1680, 1830, 2025, 2170) meters
Sample without sleeves shown in color Vintage Rose with one strand each of Yarn A and B held together
Sample with sleeves shown in color Black Plum with one strand each of Yarn A and B held together
NOTE: Garment may be worked with either one strand of Yarn A or one strand each of Yarn A & B held together throughout to achieve pattern gauge. You must obtain the same gauge for either option.
Gauge
23 stitches & 35 rows = 4" / 10 cm in stockinette stitch with Needle A and EITHER one strand of Yarn A OR one strand each of Yarn A and B held together, after blocking
Needle A (for Main Fabric)
One 24" / 60 cm circular needle
US 4 / 3.5 mm or size needed to obtain gauge listed
Needle B (for Edgings)
One each 16" / 40 cm and 24" / 60 cm circular needles one size smaller than Needle A
US 3 / 3.25 mm
Other Materials
Stitch marker, Cable Needle (CN), stitch holders or waste yarn, blunt tapestry needle, T-pins and blocking wires (optional but recommended)
Skill Level
3 of 5