This pattern was inspired by Spencer Jackets--the cropped, puffed-sleeved jackets worn with empire-waisted dresses during Regency times. I always loved the outfits worn by Elizabeth Bennett--the "Lizzy" of the pattern title--on the BBC production of Pride & Prejudice.
I started with a little top-down shrug, adding double increases at the sleeve cap to create adorable puffed sleeves. Once the simple shrug jacket was designed, I could picture it with longer sleeves or made more fancy by a ruffled hem, extending the use of a sundress beyond Fall to special events.
I hope you will find the pattern fun to work up, with a LOT less finishing work because of the top-down design.
This pattern was designed specifically to fit 14.5" dolls such as WellieWishers™. This pattern is also available for 18" dolls such as American Girl®.
Supplies Needed:
*1/4 to 1/3 skein of fine fingering weight wool or blends for the shrug, more for the long-sleeved jacket. (I used 100% wool Palette or Stroll, from Knitpicks, which has 231 yards in a 50 g ball.
* Knitting needles, US size 0 (and 000 for cast on and optional ribbing) or size to obtain gauge. (I use Addi Turbo circular needles in the 16 inch length. They are definitely an investment, but make it easy to try doll items on as you knit. And if you have two, you can leave your inactive stitches on one while you work sleeves individually.)
*Yarn needle for finishing
*Three or four 7mm buttons for closure.
Gauge--in stockinette stitch with size 0 needles, my gauge is 20 stitches and 26-27 rows in a 2 x 2 inch (5.1 cm) square.
Skill Level: Intermediate
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