The Berroco Winifred is a beautifully textured knit top designed for experienced knitters seeking a refined, elegant garment. Worked in the round to the underarms and then divided for front and back, this top features delicate lace panels and subtle ribbing for a flattering fit. Its sophisticated construction, with set-in sleeves and shaped neckline, creates a versatile piece perfect for layering or wearing on its own. Available in multiple sizes, the Winifred top combines precision, structure, and intricate stitch patterns to deliver a polished, professional-looking finished garment.

Skill Level: Experienced — recommended for knitters familiar with lace patterns, working in the round, decreases and increases, setting in sleeves, and following charted stitch patterns.

Materials Used

• Tapestry needle for finishing
• Berroco Cosma yarn (7–13 hanks depending on size; 50 g per hank)
• Circular knitting needles, sizes 3 (3.25 mm) and 5 (3.75 mm), lengths 16″ and 29″
• Straight knitting needles, size 5 (3.75 mm)
• Double-pointed needles (dpn), sizes 3 and 5
• 2 stitch markers

Construction Notes

• The garment is worked in the round to the underarms, then split for front and back panels, which are worked straight.
• Sleeves are worked in the round up to the sleeve cap, then shaped flat.
• Shaping includes strategic increases and decreases to create a fitted bust, armholes, and sleeve caps.
• Lace stitch panels are balanced with ribbing and stockinette for texture and drape.
• The neckline is shaped using a combination of bind-offs and decreases, then finished with picked-up ribbing.
• All pieces are joined by seaming shoulders, sleeves, and side seams for a clean, professional finish.

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