Bluebonnet

Spring in Texas brings a beautiful sight: Bluebonnet time! These vibrant flowers bloom along highways and fields throughout Central Texas, largely inspired by the vision of our former First Lady, Lady Bird Johnson. Driven by her commitment to making the world more “beautiful” one plant at a time, Mrs. Johnson played a key role in the preservation and promotion of native flora, leaving a lasting legacy for all to admire.

This delightful knitting pattern for a cozy sweater captures the essence of spring with its elegant Leaf Lace Pattern. The front and back of the sweater are crafted from the bottom up, allowing for easy customization of the length. Simply work fewer repeats of the Leaf Lace Pattern to adjust the fit to your preference! To seam the shoulders together, the practical three-needle bind-off method is employed, ensuring a strong and neat finish. Stitches are then picked up for the sleeves, which are conveniently knitted from the shoulders down, making this project beginner-friendly yet engaging.

The exquisite Leaf Lace Pattern is repeated four times across the front for sizes X-Small/Small, and five times across for sizes Medium/Large and 1X/2X, providing versatility and style for all body types.

Finished Measurements: Bust – 50 (60 - 70)”, Length – 19 (21 - 21)”. Keep in mind that this garment is designed to be oversized, with approximately 14 - 22” of ease included. This means you can enjoy a relaxed and comfortable fit, no matter your size! Be sure to take this into consideration when selecting the ideal size for your knitting project. Embrace the spirit of Texas springtime and add this stunning piece to your knitting repertoire today!