About this Pattern
Lovelace Blouse is an elegant lace blouse designed by Mrs Funny Valentine and inspired by Ada Lovelace, the visionary mathematician and pioneer of computer programming. The design celebrates intelligence, creativity, and structure, translated into a refined knitted garment with a romantic yet modern expression.
The Lovelace Blouse is worked seamlessly from the bottom up and features a classic raglan construction. The body begins with a split hem that adds lightness and movement before the front and back are joined to work in the round. The blouse is knitted using an all-over lace pattern that creates a flowing, vertical texture while remaining balanced and wearable.
The sleeves are worked in the round and later joined to the body for the raglan yoke. The yoke is shaped with carefully placed decreases worked over the lace pattern, creating a smooth transition from body to neckline. The blouse is fully reversible, allowing it to be worn with either a deep split neckline or a more closed neckline at the front, depending on styling preference.
An i-cord drawstring is worked along the neckline and tied into a soft bow, adding a delicate finishing detail while allowing the neckline to be adjusted. The relaxed fit and airy fabric give the blouse an effortless elegance suitable for both everyday wear and special occasions.
Lovelace Blouse is knitted using 4.5 mm needles and lace weight yarn held double. The original design uses Lang Yarns Mohair Luxe, a luxurious blend of 77% mohair and 23% silk, with a yardage of 175 meters per 25 grams. Depending on size, approximately 1013 to 2427 meters of yarn are required. This corresponds to a running length of 350 meters per 50 grams. The sample is knitted in the color grey.
The blouse is available in sizes XS/S, M (L, XL/2XL) 3XL, 4XL, 5XL. Finished chest measurements after blocking range from 82 cm to 164 cm, including 2–9 cm of ease.
The blocked gauge is 19 stitches and 25 rows per 10 cm in the Lovelace lace pattern using two strands of yarn.
Lovelace Blouse is ideal for intermediate to advanced knitters who enjoy lace knitting, thoughtful construction, and versatile garments. The result is a timeless blouse with depth, softness, and architectural beauty.
