I never really put the words, "yogi" and "bolero" together in my mind before, but when this pattern was complete, it just seemed right. Well, at least until I said the two words together out loud. When I said "Yogi Bolero," out came visions of a know-it-all, hat-wearin', on-two-feet walkin' bear who happens to have a best friend named "Boo Boo." It was then that I knew, just knew, that I couldn't name the thing "Yogi Bolero," after all.
In walked the "Yogini Bolero."
Whips up in no time flat--at least the short sleeve version does--you can throw this one on in a pinch on your way to a class or use as a cover up for a little tank or wildly printed dress. The hemp or linen offers just enough warmth for warmer climates, but if you want something with a little more heat, try a worsted weight wool. Something with just a bit of a halo, or shimmer, or something just, plain sumptuous.
Yogini Bolero is knit in one piece, from the top down. The pattern also includes instructions for two sleeve lengths: short and long.
SIZES
XS (S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X)
FOR SIZES
32 (34, 36, 40, 42 46, 50)" chest
Shown in size Small; two inches negative ease suggested
FINISHED UPPER WAIST
30.25 (34.25, 37.5, 39, 43, 45.5, 49)", including bands
Note: This is not meant to overlap in the front
YARN
Short Sleeve: Hemp for Knitting Allhemp6LUX (100% Hemp; 143yd-130m / 100g): 3 (3, 4, 4, 5, 5, 6) hanks; Color 52 Zinfandel, or approximately 450 (450, 575, 575, 725, 725, 800) yds same weight yarn
Long Sleeve: Louet Sales Euroflax "Light/Worsted Weight" (100% Wetspun Linen; 200yd / 100g): 4 (5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7) hanks; Color 112 Celtic Blue, or approximately 800 (850, 950, 1100, 1200, 1250, 1300) yds same weight yarn
GAUGE
20 sts and 24 rows = 4” in St st
NOTIONS
One 29" (74 cm) or longer circ needle size US 5 (3.75mm)
One set double point needles size US 5 (3.75mm) (for working in rnd; optional)
One add’l 29" (74 cm) or longer circ needle size US 5 (3.75mm) (optional)
Stitch markers
Waste yarn
Yarn needle
DIFFICULTY
Adventurous or Advanced Beginner
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EDITED TO ADD: I added more info on the Euroflax. It is "Light/Worsted Weight."
Love it, can definetly see this in my future...thanks!!
Posted by: Heather | July 15, 2008 at 07:33 PM
loving this...going stash diving. hmmm, can I finish this by Saturday...we have a memorial to attend in San Diego on a boat. Could be a nice finish to a summer outfit.
Posted by: Darci | July 15, 2008 at 08:55 PM
so cute! nice to see another pattern release, wendy! :)
still waiting on the you-know to be released! can't wait!
Posted by: TheSteph | July 15, 2008 at 09:32 PM
I love the color of the short sleeve version. I've never tried hemp or linen, but this might give good reason to try. Very cute!
Posted by: Shara | July 15, 2008 at 09:46 PM
It's beautiful! I especially love the bell sleeves on the long-sleeved version.
Posted by: PrincessPea | July 16, 2008 at 12:51 AM
Cute pattern!
And so funny about "Yogi Bolero". I'd not made the connection at first .... gees, am I showing my age by the fact that it was Boo Boo that tipped me off what you were talking about? Because Boo Boo was the name of my first teddy bear, y'know.
Posted by: GailV | July 16, 2008 at 05:43 AM
Yay! I've been waiting for this one! I ordered the yarn Monday night (first yarn order in 6 months). I can't wait to cast on. Thanks, Wendy!
Posted by: Katie | July 16, 2008 at 06:49 AM
Yummy! Thank you for designing a perfect little SoCal shoulder cover up!
Posted by: jillian | July 16, 2008 at 06:51 AM
Love this also but not for me, I dont have the shape or the youth, but would be nice for giftgiving as I have a ton of nieces. Will have to find out if this wks budget will allow. Huggs Marion
Posted by: Marion | July 16, 2008 at 08:02 AM
Love it! I just told myself I was not yarn shopping anytime soon, but I have to make this! I'll be sneaking out to the LYS at noon for sure.
Posted by: Laura | July 16, 2008 at 08:06 AM
I am very excited to try this darling pattern! After knitting the Fad Classic and the Something Red (my first experiences with top-down knitting), I have had a really hard time knitting anything that isn't from the top-down! Dragging the kids to the yarn store today!!
Posted by: Dawna | July 16, 2008 at 08:12 AM
Wendy,
I have been reading over the Yogini pattern and have a couple of questions:
1. Just size 5 needles right?
2. When I measure myself for upper waist I get 33 and for chest 36. Is the "For Sizes" portion finished measurement of garmet or the person's measurement?
Obviously it is too early for me to be starting a new project.
Thanks,
Dawna
Posted by: Dawna | July 16, 2008 at 09:24 AM
Dawna:
1. Size 5 needles, or needle size to obtain gauge
2. Since 2 inches negative ease is suggested, knit a small.
Posted by: Wendy | July 16, 2008 at 09:54 AM
Wendy, thanks for your help!
Posted by: Dawna | July 16, 2008 at 01:07 PM
Darn another cute pattern in my queue!!! LOL It's printed out and now for yarn! Wendy for the Euroflax is it just the sport weight?
Posted by: Michelle | July 16, 2008 at 01:21 PM
It is the light worsted.
Posted by: Wendy | July 16, 2008 at 01:34 PM
Thanks! I have some of the sport in my stash..I guess I'll just have to get some more!!
Posted by: Michelle | July 16, 2008 at 02:07 PM
I've been waiting with bated breath for this one. It's so beautiful, Wendy, thank you. I've got all your patterns, and will never hesitate to buy each one you create. LOVE those childrens patterns for Blue Sky, they are just gorgeous.
Yay, can't wait to start!
Posted by: nants | July 16, 2008 at 02:41 PM
Wendy, thanks for the pattern. Can't wait to work it up.
So enjoy your blog, it is on my check daily list.
Thanks again
Posted by: Leisa | July 16, 2008 at 02:43 PM
Beautiful and versatile!
PS - I am in love with your Opulent Raglan.
Posted by: sylphette | July 16, 2008 at 03:23 PM
Yay, a new Wendy pattern! Thank you very much and I'm excited to go yarn shopping for this.
Posted by: Katie | July 16, 2008 at 04:24 PM
Yeah, I love anything that I can knit in one and I've just discovered the joy of top down.
Cheers
Posted by: Maddy | July 16, 2008 at 07:53 PM
Love this! Thanks for another supercute pattern. To second what someone else posted above, I adore the opulent raglan. Can't wait to bust it out this fall...
Posted by: joanna | July 17, 2008 at 06:14 AM
Thanks for offering this here, and as a PDF! Love it! I adore the Blue Sky Alpaca little boy's tunic, by the way!
Posted by: Debbie | July 17, 2008 at 06:36 AM
LOVE it! I'll be ordering this pattern soon.
Posted by: Carrie | July 17, 2008 at 06:52 AM