ENGLISH version - Absolutely Fabulous Tee
Here is the first knitting pattern imagined by Sabine - the dyer behind the Ars Natura brand—and developed by Emeline, from Stitch & B studio ! A collaboration between two strong personalities was bound to bloom with this creative gem!
The initial idea? A desire for a quirky T-shirt with a touch of late-80s flair—a time of flashy fashion and a fun, laid-back vibe. Its name? "Absolutely Fabulous" or "Ab Fab", of course! Fans of a certain wildly zany British TV show will get it... "Ab Fab" perfectly captures the spirit of that era: uninhibited and colorful.
It’s an easy-to-wear T-shirt that flatters every body type, featuring a fluid fit, a generous ballet neckline, and flattering sleeves.
It is also a joy to knit, with small sections of varied, original stitch patterns and yoke stripes that form a highly flattering arc across the bust... You’ll never be bored while knitting it!
BEGINNER FRIENDLY ! :)
TAILLES / SIZES :
Taille (1, 2, 3, 4)5, 6, 7{8, 9, 10}
(76, 85, 97, 104)114, 125, 135{144, 156, 165} cm / (30, 33, 38, 41)45, 49, 53{57, 61, 65} inches, including the positive ease.
5 à 15 cm / 2 to 6” of positive ease recommended.
The Prototype picture (pink and lilac) features size 7/ 53”, worn by Emeline who has a 47” bust and 54” hip circumference. It required for this size 6,63 oz. of Ho la Boulette yarn and 3,42 oz. of Koala yarn.
RECOMMENDED YARN:
I wanted this T-shirt to showcase some of our specialty yarn bases, encouraging you to step away from standard 4-plied merino and experiment with unique textures! The two yarns, worked alternatively, are perfect for a mid-season top and give the garment its distinctive look.
Ho la Boulette: a fine, curly, and incredibly supple yarn featuring scattered little bobbles that create a unique texture! Its high natural elasticity ensures the garment is very comfortable to wear.
The colorway used in the sample is Muresque.
Required yarn quantity according to your size :
(1, 1, 2, 2)2, 2, 2{3, 3, 3} skeins of Ho la Boulette !
Koala: a lustrous, soft, and durable base that provides structure; it frames the other yarn throughout the garment, ensuring it holds its shape well over time.
The colorway used in the sample is Bengale.
Required yarn quantity according to your size :
(1, 1, 1, 1)1, 1, 1{2, 2, 2} skeins of Koala.
Both bases are available in a wide range of colors—either from our online shop’s current stock or via pre-order. Feel free to contact me so we can put together the perfect color combination that reflects your personal style!
