Think pinpoint fit, arabesque details and easy knitting. Sahara is just as elegant to make as it is to wear. Worked from the top down in one piece so that you can try it on as you go.

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It requires no seaming to create the fitted set-in sleeves, precision-tailored waist line or the gently curved, bottom-and-tummy-conforming hem. Style and fit tips appear throughout the pattern, guiding you to a custom fit.

Wear it bare or with a cami underneath!

skill level: intermediate
Uses repetitive stitch patterns, simple shaping and simple finishing.

Design by: Wendy Bernard

Printed in full color on glossy heavy card stock.


Womens sizes:
XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X)

To fit bust:
31 (33, 37, 41, 45, 49, 53)"

You will need:
-US 6 (4.0mm) circular, 16" and 24" long
-US 4 (3.5mm) circular, 16" and 24" long
-US 4 and US 6 double pointed



-for the LONG SLEEVE version
3 (4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 6) skeins Tilli Tomas Pure and Simple
2 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2) skeins Tilli Tomas Rock Star
OR instead of Rock Star for the trim, use 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2) skeins Disco Lights



-for the SHORT SLEEVE version
2 (2, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3) skeins Tilli Tomas Pure and Simple
1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 2) skeins Tilli Tomas Disco Lights



-for the SLEEVELESS version
2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 3) skeins Tilli Tomas Pure and Simple
2 (2, 3, 3, 3, 3, 4) skeins Tilli Tomas Exotica OR Rock Star