Pringle Shell is worked from the top down with a seamless hybrid shoulder. The upper back is knit flat to the underarm. The shoulders are worked flat separately while forming the neckline, then the front is knit flat to the underarm. Stitches are joined to knit the body in the round. Stitches are picked up to work the collar and arm trims in the round. Choose the size with 0-4” / 0-10 cm of positive ease.
SIZES:
(6, 7, 8, 9)
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS:
(46, 50.5, 55, 60)“ or ) (117, 128, 140, 152) cm bust circumference
Shown in size 3 with 2-3.75” / 5-9.5 cm positive ease
Note: this kit is for sizes 6-9 of the Pringle Shell. For sizes 1-5, please see this page.
GAUGE:
27.5 stitches and 40 rows / rounds = 4” / 10 cm in Stockinette stitch on US 3 (3.25 mm) needles, blocked
30 stitches and 48 rows / rounds = 4” / 10 cm in 1x1 rib on US 2 (2.75 mm) needles, blocked
Tynd - (6, 6, 7, 8) skeins, shown in color no. 42
Needles and notions not included.
It's knit using the following size/length needles (or size to obtain gauge):
US 3 (3.25 mm) 24” / 60 cm and 32” / 80 cm circular needles
US 2 (2.75 mm) 16” / 40 cm, 24” / 60 cm and 32” / 80 cm circular needles