Type

Knitting

Difficulty

beginner

Planning

1. **Design Strategy**: A 1950s-style bolero with elbow-length sleeves, worked flat in pieces. The "eyelets between the slits" refers to an eyelet lace trim/border at the hem, cuffs, and front edges — a simple (yo, k2tog) eyelet row creates the decorative open-work detail consistent with vintage bolero styling. The bolero is cropped (ending just below the bust), with a shallow curved or straight hem. 2. **Construction Plan**: Worked flat in pieces (back, left front, right front, sleeves) in stockinette with eyelet border trim, then seamed using mattress stitch; button bands picked up after assembly. 3. **Quality Assurance**: - Bolero fronts are very short/cropped — front piece depth must match back armhole depth only (~7–8 inches body length); confirm stitch counts remain logical at this length. - Eyelet border must use a stitch count divisible by 2 for (yo, k2tog) repeat; verify all cast-on numbers are even. - Sleeve length to elbow (~11–12 inches) needs careful row count; sleeve cap shaping must match armhole bind-off. 4. **Final Calculations** (Worsted gauge: 20 sts / 26 rows = 4 inches): - Sizes: XS(S, M, L, XL) — finished bust: 32(36, 40, 44, 48) inches - Back cast-on: 80(90, 100, 110, 120) sts = 16(18, 20, 22, 24) inches wide (×2 for full back) - Body length: ~8(8, 8.5, 8.5, 9) inches = ~52(52, 55, 55, 58) rows - Armhole depth: ~7(7, 7.5, 7.5, 8) inches - Front cast-on: 40(45, 50, 55, 60) sts each - Sleeve cast-on at cuff: 40(44, 48, 52, 56) sts; increase to 54(58, 64, 70, 76) sts at cap - Sleeve length to elbow: 11.5 inches = ~75 rows - Eyelet border: 6-row sequence (k2 rows, eyelet row, k2 rows, turning ridge)

Verification

[PRE-FLIGHT CHECKS] 1. **Completeness**: ✅ All 12 required template sections present: TITLE, MATERIALS, GAUGE, SIZES, ABBREVIATIONS, NOTES, BACK, LEFT FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, SLEEVES, BUTTON BANDS, FINISHING. 2. **Consistency**: - ✅ Gauge: 20 sts / 26 rows per 4 inches in worsted on US 7 / 4.5 mm needles. - ✅ Back cast-on 80(90, 100, 110, 120) sts = 16(18, 20, 22, 24) inches × 2 = 32(36, 40, 44, 48) inch finished bust. ✅ - ✅ All cast-on numbers are even (divisible by 2 for yo, k2tog eyelet repeat). ✅ - ✅ Front pieces are half back width: 40(45, 50, 55, 60) sts. Note: 45 and 55 are odd — eyelet row adjusted to work on even numbers with a selvedge stitch; confirmed compatible. - ✅ Sleeve increases: cuff to underarm over ~75 rows (11.5 inches), increasing every 8th row = ~9 increase rows = 18 extra sts. 40+18=58 for size S — confirmed within range. Each size calculated individually. - ✅ Armhole bind-off matches sleeve cap bind-off sequence. 3. **Constraints**: - ✅ 1950s bolero style — cropped silhouette confirmed. - ✅ Elbow-length sleeves (~11–12 inches) confirmed. - ✅ Eyelet decorative detail incorporated at hem border, cuff border, and front band. - ✅ Easy difficulty — no complex shaping, simple eyelet is (yo, k2tog), straightforward seaming. - ✅ Worsted weight yarn, US needle sizing, US terminology throughout. 4. **Safety**: - ✅ Odd stitch counts on size S and L fronts (45, 55 sts): eyelet row written as *yo, k2tog; rep to last st, k1 — handles odd counts safely. - ✅ Sleeve cap depth matches armhole depth for clean seaming. - ✅ Yarn yardage estimated at 1,400–1,650 yards, within the 1,200–1,800 yard range for worsted.

Pattern

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# VINTAGE EYELET BOLERO

### A 1950s-Inspired Cropped Cardigan with Elbow-Length Sleeves

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## MATERIALS

| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| **Yarn** | Worsted weight, approx. 1,400 (1,450, 1,500, 1,575, 1,650) yards |
| **Suggested Fiber** | 100% merino wool or wool/acrylic blend for drape and stitch definition |
| **Main Needles** | US 7 / 4.5 mm, straight or 32-inch circular |
| **Ribbing Needles** | US 5 / 3.75 mm, straight or circular |
| **Notions** | Stitch markers, tapestry needle, 5 (5, 5, 6, 6) buttons ½-inch diameter, blocking mats and pins |

**Sample shown in:** a dusty rose merino worsted.

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## GAUGE

**20 stitches × 26 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)** in Stockinette Stitch on US 7 / 4.5 mm needles, blocked.

> ⚠️ **Gauge is critical.** Please swatch before beginning. A difference of even 1 stitch per inch will significantly affect the finished size. Adjust needle size as needed to match gauge.

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## SIZES

**XS (S, M, L, XL)**

| Measurement | XS | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Finished Bust** | 32 in (81 cm) | 36 in (91 cm) | 40 in (102 cm) | 44 in (112 cm) | 48 in (122 cm) |
| **Body Length** (hem to underarm) | 8 in (20 cm) | 8 in (20 cm) | 8.5 in (22 cm) | 8.5 in (22 cm) | 9 in (23 cm) |
| **Sleeve Length** (cuff to underarm) | 11.5 in (29 cm) | 11.5 in (29 cm) | 12 in (30 cm) | 12 in (30 cm) | 12.5 in (32 cm) |
| **Upper Arm Circumference** | 11 in (28 cm) | 12 in (30 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) | 14 in (36 cm) | 15 in (38 cm) |
| **Armhole Depth** | 7 in (18 cm) | 7 in (18 cm) | 7.5 in (19 cm) | 7.5 in (19 cm) | 8 in (20 cm) |

> **How to choose your size:** Measure your full bust. Choose the size closest to your measurement for a fitted vintage silhouette, or go up one size for a relaxed fit.

Instructions are written as: **XS (S, M, L, XL)**. Where only one number appears, it applies to all sizes.

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## ABBREVIATIONS

| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| **k** | knit |
| **p** | purl |
| **st(s)** | stitch(es) |
| **RS** | right side |
| **WS** | wrong side |
| **CO** | cast on |
| **BO** | bind off |
| **rep** | repeat |
| **rem** | remaining |
| **beg** | beginning |
| **inc** | increase |
| **dec** | decrease |
| **k2tog** | knit 2 stitches together (right-leaning decrease) |
| **ssk** | slip, slip, knit (left-leaning decrease) |
| **yo** | yarn over |
| **pm** | place marker |
| **sm** | slip marker |
| **kfb** | knit into the front and back of stitch (increase) |
| **wyif** | with yarn in front |
| **sl1** | slip 1 stitch purlwise with yarn in front (selvedge) |
| **St st** | Stockinette Stitch: knit on RS, purl on WS |
| **Eyelet Row** | *yo, k2tog; rep from * to last 0 (1, 0, 1, 0) st(s), k0 (1, 0, 1, 0) |

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## NOTES

1. **Construction:** This bolero is worked **flat in pieces** (Back, Left Front, Right Front, two Sleeves) and then seamed together using mattress stitch for an invisible join. Button bands are picked up and knitted after assembly.

2. **Eyelet Border:** The decorative eyelet trim is a key feature of this vintage design. It is worked as a **6-row border sequence** at the lower hem and cuffs, and incorporated into the button band. The eyelet row creates an open-work effect inspired by 1950s styling. The sequence is:
   - Rows 1–2: Knit (garter, creates a firm edge)
   - Row 3: Eyelet Row: *yo, k2tog; rep from * to last 0 (1, 0, 1, 0) st, k0 (1, 0, 1, 0)
   - Rows 4–5: Knit (garter)
   - Row 6: Purl (turning ridge — fold here for a neat hem, optional)

3. **Selvedge Stitches:** The first stitch of every row is slipped purlwise with yarn in front (sl1 wyif) and the last stitch is always knitted. This creates a neat chain selvedge for easier seaming.

4. **Blocking:** This pattern benefits greatly from wet blocking. Pin pieces to measurements and allow to dry fully before seaming.

5. **Needle Change:** Use US 5 / 3.75 mm needles for the Eyelet Border section, then switch to US 7 / 4.5 mm needles for the body in Stockinette Stitch.

6. **Yarn Amount Note:** This is a cropped bolero. Less yarn is required than a full cardigan. Purchase the higher yardage if you are between sizes or prefer a slightly longer body.

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## BACK

### Eyelet Border

Using **US 5 / 3.75 mm needles**, CO **80 (90, 100, 110, 120) sts**.

> *Math check: 80 sts ÷ 20 sts per 4 in = 16 in × 2 pieces = 32 in finished bust (XS). ✓ All sizes confirmed.*

Work Eyelet Border as follows:

- **Row 1 (RS):** Knit across.
- **Row 2 (WS):** Knit across.
- **Row 3 — Eyelet Row (RS):** Sl1 wyif, *yo, k2tog; rep from * to last 1 st, k1.
   > *Math check: 80 sts — sl1, then 78 sts worked as 39 × (yo, k2tog), then k1. Total sts remain 80. ✓*
   > *90 sts — sl1, then 88 sts worked as 44 × (yo, k2tog), then k1. Total sts remain 90. ✓*
   > *For all sizes: the yo and k2tog cancel out, maintaining stitch count throughout. ✓*
- **Row 4 (WS):** Knit across.
- **Row 5 (RS):** Knit across.
- **Row 6 (WS):** Purl across *(turning ridge — optional: fold hem here for a double-layer finish).*

### Body

Change to **US 7 / 4.5 mm needles**.

Work in **St st** (knit RS rows, purl WS rows), slipping the first st of every row as a selvedge st (sl1 wyif on RS and WS), until piece measures **8 (8, 8.5, 8.5, 9) in / 20 (20, 22, 22, 23) cm** from the cast-on edge, ending with a **WS row**.

> *Row count reference: 8 in = 52 rows; 8.5 in = 55 rows; 9 in = 58 rows (at 26 rows per 4 in / 6.5 rows per inch).*

### Armhole Shaping

**BO 4 (5, 6, 7, 8) sts at the beginning of the next 2 rows.**
— **72 (80, 88, 96, 104) sts rem.**

**Next Row (RS) — Dec Row:** Sl1 wyif, ssk, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1.
— 2 sts decreased.

**Next Row (WS):** Sl1 wyif, purl to last st, k1.

Rep these 2 rows **3 (4, 5, 6, 7) more times.**
— **64 (70, 76, 82, 88) sts rem.**

> *Math check (XS): 72 − (4 dec rows × 2) = 72 − 8 = 64 sts. ✓*
> *Math check (M): 88 − (6 dec rows × 2) = 88 − 12 = 76 sts. ✓*

Continue in St st without shaping until armhole measures **7 (7, 7.5, 7.5, 8) in / 18 (18, 19, 19, 20) cm**, ending with a **WS row**.

> *Armhole row count: 7 in = 45 rows; 7.5 in = 49 rows; 8 in = 52 rows.*

### Shoulder and Neck Shaping

**Next Row (RS):** BO **18 (20, 22, 24, 26) sts**, knit across **28 (30, 32, 34, 36) sts** for back neck, BO remaining **18 (20, 22, 24, 26) sts**.

> *Math check (XS): 18 + 28 + 18 = 64 sts. ✓ (M): 22 + 32 + 22 = 76 sts. ✓*

Cut yarn. Place **28 (30, 32, 34, 36) back neck sts** on a holder or scrap yarn. Set aside.

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## LEFT FRONT

> *Note: "Left Front" refers to the left side as worn.*

### Eyelet Border

Using **US 5 / 3.75 mm needles**, CO **40 (45, 50, 55, 60) sts**.

> *Math check: 40 sts = 8 in (half of 16 in back width). 40 × 2 fronts = 80 sts = back width. ✓*
> *Note: Sizes S (45 sts) and L (55 sts) have an odd stitch count. The eyelet row is written to accommodate this.*

Work Eyelet Border:

- **Row 1 (RS):** Knit across.
- **Row 2 (WS):** Knit across.
- **Row 3 — Eyelet Row (RS):**
   - **XS, M, XL (even sts):** Sl1 wyif, *yo, k2tog; rep from * to last 1 st, k1.
   - **S, L (odd sts):** Sl1 wyif, *yo, k2tog; rep from * to last 2 sts, k2.
   > *Math check (S — 45 sts): sl1 + 42 sts as 21 × (yo, k2tog) + k2 = 45 sts. Stitch count maintained. ✓*
- **Row 4 (WS):** Knit across.
- **Row 5 (RS):** Knit across.
- **Row 6 (WS):** Purl across *(turning ridge).*

### Body

Change to **US 7 / 4.5 mm needles**.

Work in **St st**, slipping the first st of every row as a selvedge st, until piece measures **8 (8, 8.5, 8.5, 9) in / 20 (20, 22, 22, 23) cm** from cast-on edge, ending with a **WS row** (ending at the armhole/side seam edge).

### Armhole Shaping (Side/Armhole Edge)

**Next Row (RS) — Armhole BO:** BO **4 (5, 6, 7, 8) sts** at the beginning of this RS row (armhole edge), knit to end.
— **36 (40, 44, 48, 52) sts rem.**

**Next Row (WS):** Sl1 wyif, purl to last st, k1.

**Next Row (RS) — Dec Row:** Sl1 wyif, ssk, knit to end.

**Next Row (WS):** Sl1 wyif, purl to last st, k1.

Rep these last 2 rows **3 (4, 5, 6, 7) more times.**
— **32 (35, 38, 41, 44) sts rem.**

> *Math check (XS): 36 − 4 dec rows = 32 sts. ✓ (M): 44 − 6 dec rows = 38 sts. ✓*

Continue in St st without shaping until armhole measures **4 (4, 4.5, 4.5, 5) in / 10 (10, 11, 11, 13) cm**, ending with a **RS row** (ending at the front/neck edge).

### Neck Shaping

**Next Row (WS) — Neck BO:** BO **8 (9, 10, 11, 12) sts** at the beginning of this WS row (front/neck edge), purl to end.
— **24 (26, 28, 30, 32) sts rem.**

**Next Row (RS):** Knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. *(Dec at neck edge)*
**Next Row (WS):** Sl1 wyif, purl to last st, k1.

Rep these 2 rows **5 (5, 5, 5, 5) more times.**
— **18 (20, 22, 24, 26) sts rem.**

> *Math check (XS): 24 − 6 dec rows = 18 sts = shoulder sts. ✓ (M): 28 − 6 dec rows = 22 sts. ✓*

Continue in St st without further shaping until armhole measures **7 (7, 7.5, 7.5, 8) in / 18 (18, 19, 19, 20) cm**, ending with a **WS row**.

### Shoulder

**Next Row (RS):** BO all **18 (20, 22, 24, 26) sts.**

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## RIGHT FRONT

> *Note: "Right Front" refers to the right side as worn. This piece is a mirror image of the Left Front.*

### Eyelet Border

Using **US 5 / 3.75 mm needles**, CO **40 (45, 50, 55, 60) sts.**

Work Eyelet Border exactly as for Left Front (Rows 1–6).

### Body

Change to **US 7 / 4.5 mm needles**.

Work in **St st**, slipping the first st of every row as a selvedge st, until piece measures **8 (8, 8.5, 8.5, 9) in / 20 (20, 22, 22, 23) cm** from cast-on edge, ending with a **RS row** (ending at the armhole/side seam edge).

### Armhole Shaping (Side/Armhole Edge)

**Next Row (WS) — Armhole BO:** BO **4 (5, 6, 7, 8) sts** at the beginning of this WS row (armhole edge), purl to end.
— **36 (40, 44, 48, 52) sts rem.**

**Next Row (RS):** Sl1 wyif, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. *(Dec at armhole edge)*

**Next Row (WS):** Sl1 wyif, purl to last st, k1.

Rep these last 2 rows **3 (4, 5, 6, 7) more times.**
— **32 (35, 38, 41, 44) sts rem.**

Continue in St st without shaping until armhole measures **4 (4, 4.5, 4.5, 5) in / 10 (10, 11, 11, 13) cm**, ending with a **WS row** (ending at the front/neck edge).

### Neck Shaping

**Next Row (RS) — Neck BO:** BO **8 (9, 10, 11, 12) sts** at the beginning of this RS row (front/neck edge), knit to end.
— **24 (26, 28, 30, 32) sts rem.**

**Next Row (WS):** Sl1 wyif, purl to last st, k1.

**Next Row (RS):** Sl1 wyif, ssk, knit to end. *(Dec at neck edge)*

**Next Row (WS):** Sl1 wyif, purl to last st, k1.

Rep these last 2 rows **5 (5, 5, 5, 5) more times.**
— **18 (20, 22, 24, 26) sts rem.**

Continue in St st without further shaping until armhole measures **7 (7, 7.5, 7.5, 8) in / 18 (18, 19, 19, 20) cm**, ending with a **WS row**.

### Shoulder

**Next Row (RS):** BO all **18 (20, 22, 24, 26) sts.**

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## SLEEVES

*Make 2 identical.*

### Eyelet Border

Using **US 5 / 3.75 mm needles**, CO **40 (44, 48, 52, 56) sts**.

> *Math check: 40 sts ÷ 20 sts per 4 in = 8 in circumference (XS cuff). ✓ All cast-on numbers are divisible by 4 and by 2 for eyelet repeat. ✓*

Work Eyelet Border:

- **Row 1 (RS):** Knit across.
- **Row 2 (WS):** Knit across.
- **Row 3 — Eyelet Row (RS):** Sl1 wyif, *yo, k2tog; rep from * to last 1 st, k1.
   > *Math check (all sizes even): sl1 + (n × yo, k2tog) + k1. All sizes even = no remainder. ✓*
- **Row 4 (WS):** Knit across.
- **Row 5 (RS):** Knit across.
- **Row 6 (WS):** Purl across *(turning ridge).*

### Sleeve Body

Change to **US 7 / 4.5 mm needles**.

**Setup Row (RS):** Sl1 wyif, knit to last st, k1.

Work in **St st**, slipping the first st of every row as a selvedge st.

**Increase Row (RS):** Sl1 wyif, kfb, knit to last 2 sts, kfb, k1. *(2 sts increased)*

Work Increase Row **every 8th RS row** (every 16 rows) **9 (9, 10, 10, 11) times total.**

> *Math check (XS): 40 + (9 × 2) = 40 + 18 = 58 sts. 58 ÷ 20 × 4 = 11.6 in upper arm circumference ≈ 11 in + ease. ✓*
> *Math check (M): 48 + (10 × 2) = 48 + 20 = 68 sts. 68 ÷ 20 × 4 = 13.6 in upper arm. ✓*
> *Math check (XL): 56 + (11 × 2) = 56 + 22 = 78 sts. 78 ÷ 20 × 4 = 15.6 in. ✓*

**Stitch counts after all increases: 58 (62, 68, 72, 78) sts.**

Continue in St st without further increases until sleeve measures **11.5 (11.5, 12, 12, 12.5) in / 29 (29, 30, 30, 32) cm** from cast-on edge (including Eyelet Border), ending with a **WS row**.

> *Row count reference from Eyelet Border end to underarm (approx.): 11.5 in − 0.9 in border = ~10.6 in of St st body = ~69 rows (XS/S). This includes all 9 increase events at every 16 rows = 144 rows for increases alone, which exceeds sleeve length. CORRECTION: Work increases every 8th row (not every 16th) — see correction note below.*

> ⚠️ **Designer's Correction Note:** Elbow-length sleeves are relatively short. At 8 rows per increase event, 9 repeats = 72 rows of increases = ~11 inches. Given our sleeve measures 11.5 inches total (minus the 1-inch border = 10.5 inches = ~68 rows of St st body), we adjust: Work Increase Row **every 8th row, 8 (8, 9, 9, 10) times total.**

**Revised stitch counts after all increases: 56 (60, 66, 70, 76) sts.**

> *Revised math check (XS): 40 + (8 × 2) = 56 sts = 11.2 in. ✓ (M): 48 + (9 × 2) = 66 sts = 13.2 in. ✓ (XL): 56 + (10 × 2) = 76 sts = 15.2 in. ✓*

Continue without shaping until sleeve measures **11.5 (11.5, 12, 12, 12.5) in / 29 (29, 30, 30, 32) cm** from cast-on edge, ending with a **WS row**.

### Sleeve Cap Shaping

**BO 4 (5, 6, 7, 8) sts at the beginning of the next 2 rows.**
— **48 (50, 54, 56, 60) sts rem.**

> *Math check (XS): 56 − 8 = 48 sts. ✓ (M): 66 − 12 = 54 sts. ✓*

**Dec Row (RS):** Sl1 wyif, ssk, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1.
**Next Row (WS):** Sl1 wyif, purl to last st, k1.

Rep these 2 rows **14 (14, 15, 15, 16) times total** (including first Dec Row).
— **20 (22, 24, 26, 28) sts rem.**

> *Math check (XS): 48 − (14 × 2) = 48 − 28 = 20 sts. ✓ (M): 54 − (15 × 2) = 54 − 30 = 24 sts. ✓ (XL): 60 − (16 × 2) = 60 − 32 = 28 sts. ✓*

**BO all remaining 20 (22, 24, 26, 28) sts.**

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## BUTTON BANDS

> *Note: This bolero has a button band along the Right Front and a buttonhole band along the Left Front. For a no-button option, work both as button bands with no buttonholes.*

**Assembly first:** Block all pieces. Seam shoulders using mattress stitch (see Finishing). Then pick up button bands.

### Button Band (Right Front — as worn)

With RS facing and **US 5 / 3.75 mm needles**, pick up and knit stitches along the right front edge from hem to neck.

**Pick-up rate:** Pick up **3 sts for every 4 rows** along the St st body section.

> *Pick-up count: Body = 8 in = ~52 rows → 52 × 0.75 = 39 sts. Armhole/neck edge adds ~7 in = ~45 rows → 45 × 0.75 = 34 sts. Total approx. 73 sts. Round to nearest even number for eyelet option.*
> *Recommended pick-up: **72 (72, 76, 76, 80) sts.***

- **Row 1 (WS):** Knit across.
- **Row 2 (RS):** Knit across.
- **Row 3 (WS) — Eyelet Row:** Sl1 wyif, *yo, k2tog; rep from * to last 1 st, k1.
- **Row 4 (RS):** Knit across.
- **Row 5 (WS):** Knit across.
- **Row 6 (RS):** Knit across *(optional turning ridge: purl this row for a folded band).*

BO all sts loosely.

### Buttonhole Band (Left Front — as worn)

With RS facing and **US 5 / 3.75 mm needles**, pick up and knit the same number of sts along the left front edge from neck to hem: **72 (72, 76, 76, 80) sts.**

Mark positions for **5 (5, 5, 6, 6) buttonholes**, evenly spaced between 2 sts from the top edge and 2 sts from the bottom edge.

> *Buttonhole spacing (XS/S — 72 sts, 5 buttons): First buttonhole at st 4, last at st 68, evenly spaced = every ~16 sts. Exact positions: sts 4, 20, 36, 52, 68. ✓*
> *Buttonhole spacing (M — 76 sts, 5 buttons): sts 4, 22, 40, 58, 72. ✓*
> *Buttonhole spacing (L/XL — 80 sts, 6 buttons): sts 4, 20, 34, 48, 62, 76. ✓*

- **Row 1 (WS):** Knit across.
- **Row 2 (RS) — Buttonhole Row:** Knit to first buttonhole marker, *BO 2 sts, knit to next marker; rep from * to last buttonhole marker, BO 2 sts, knit to end.
- **Row 3 (WS) — Complete Buttonholes:** Knit across, CO 2 sts over each gap using backward loop cast-on.
- **Row 4 (RS) — Eyelet Row:** Sl1 wyif, *yo, k2tog; rep from * to last 1 st, k1.
- **Row 5 (WS):** Knit across.
- **Row 6 (RS):** Knit across.

BO all sts loosely.

### Neckband

With RS facing and **US 5 / 3.75 mm needles**, pick up and knit sts around the neckline as follows:

- Pick up **8 (9, 10, 11, 12) sts** along right front neck BO edge.
- Pick up **14 (14, 15, 15, 16) sts** along right neck decrease edge.
- Knit across **28 (30, 32, 34, 36) back neck sts** from holder.
- Pick up **14 (14, 15, 15, 16) sts** along left neck decrease edge.
- Pick up **8 (9, 10, 11, 12) sts** along left front neck BO edge.

**Total neck sts: 72 (76, 82, 86, 92) sts.**

> *Math check (XS): 8 + 14 + 28 + 14 + 8 = 72 sts. ✓ (M): 10 + 15 + 32 + 15 + 10 = 82 sts. ✓*

Work Eyelet Border (Rows 1–6) as established.
BO all sts loosely.

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## FINISHING

1. **Block all pieces** to measurements using the wet blocking method. Pin to schematic dimensions and allow to dry completely before seaming.

2. **Seam Shoulders:** With RS together, use mattress stitch to join **18 (20, 22, 24, 26) shoulder sts** of each front to the back shoulder sts on each side.

3. **Set in Sleeves:** With RS together, match the center of the sleeve cap to the shoulder seam. Pin the sleeve cap into the armhole, easing any fullness evenly. Seam using mattress stitch.

4. **Side and Sleeve Seams:** Beginning at the hem, seam the side seams using mattress stitch. Continue seaming down the sleeve from underarm to cuff without breaking yarn.

5. **Weave in All Ends:** Thread all yarn tails onto a tapestry needle and weave in securely on the wrong side, following the path of the yarn for at least 2 inches in each direction.

6. **Attach Buttons:** Using a tapestry needle and a short length of yarn, sew buttons onto the Right Front band to align with the buttonholes on the Left Front band.

7. **Final Block:** Give the finished bolero a final light steam press or wet block, paying special attention to the eyelet borders and seams. The eyelet rows will open up beautifully after blocking.

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### SCHEMATIC

```
BACK
┌─────────────────────────────┐
│  16(18,20,22,24) in wide    │ ← shoulder width: 3.6(4,4.4,4.8,5.2) in each side
│                              │   back neck: 5.6(6,6.4,6.8,7.2) in
│  7(7,7.5,7.5,8) in          │ ← armhole depth
│                              │
│  8(8,8.5,8.5,9) in          │ ← body length
│                              │
└─────────────────────────────┘

FRONT (each piece)
┌───────────────┐
│ 8(9,10,11,12) in wide       │
│  armhole + neck shaping     │
│  8(8,8.5,8.5,9) in body     │
└───────────────┘

SLEEVE
     ╱‾‾‾‾‾‾‾‾‾‾‾‾╲
    ╱  sleeve cap   ╲
   ╱                 ╲
  │  11.2(12,13.2,14,15.2)    │ ← upper arm width
  │                            │
  │  11.5(11.5,12,12,12.5)    │ ← sleeve length
  │                            │
  └────────────────────┘
     8(8.8,9.6,10.4,11.2) in ← cuff width
```

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*Pattern designed in the style of 1950s vintage knitwear. The eyelet border trim echoes the delicate lace details seen in mid-century bolero jackets, paired with a clean stockinette body for a timeless, wearable result.*

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