Knitting a Stylish Bolero: Complete Instructions and Patterns
You’ll Need
400g of yarn (54% cotton, 46% polyester; 85m/50g);
Knitting needles size 5.
Size
Available sizes: XS, S, M.
Used Patterns
Relief pattern: follow the provided scheme.
The quantity of stitches is a multiple of 3 plus 2 selvedge stitches. The vertical pattern repeat consists of 8 rows. In the 5th row of the scheme, make 1 knit stitch and 3 yarn overs.
The horizontal pattern is repeated across all stitches between the selvedge stitches.Stitches Control
17.5 stitches x 20.5 rows = 10 x 10 cm.
Instructions
This bolero is constructed from two separately made pieces. The seam will be located in the center of the back. Refer to the arrow on the scheme for the direction of work.
Cast on 74 stitches using knitting needles size 5 and begin the relief pattern starting from the 3rd row of the scheme.
After completing 152 rows (which equals 74 cm), that is after finishing the 2nd row of the scheme, you may leave your work.
Make the second detail following the same procedure.
Assembly
Sew the two parts of the bolero together using the Kitchener stitch. Fold your work in half and make sleeve seams at 31 cm for size XS, 29 cm for size S, and 27 cm for size M—refer to the pattern design marks for guidance.