If you are looking for a delicate and elegant garment that combines the softness of mohair with the beauty of lace, this knitted tunic pattern with lace panel is the perfect project. This tunic is knitted with two strands of fine mohair-blend yarn, creating a light, airy fabric with a beautiful halo. The central lace panel on the front adds a touch of sophistication without being overwhelming. This knitted tunic pattern with lace panel is designed for confident knitters who enjoy clear instructions and a rewarding knit. From the bottom-up construction to the seamless yoke, every detail is crafted to help you create a stunning piece.
Knitted Tunic Pattern with Lace Panel: Airy Mohair Lace Panel Tunic
Sizes
36/38 (40/42)
Width across chest circumference: 88 (92) cm / 34.75 (36.25) inches
Total length: 63.5 (63.5) cm / 25 (25) inches
Inner sleeve length: 44 (44) cm / 17.25 (17.25) inches
Materials
Yarn: Lana Grossa, Silkhair (70% super kid mohair, 30% silk; 25 g / 210 m per ball) — 9 (10) balls of pearl-beige (color 123).
Straight needles: US size 10 (6 mm).
Circular needles: US size 10 (6 mm) with 24, 32, and 40-inch cables (60, 80, 100 cm).
Circular needles: US size 9 (5.5 mm) with 16-inch cable (40 cm).
Stitch markers.
Stitch holders.
Stitch Patterns and Charts
Stockinette Stitch (St st)
Knit on right side rows, purl on wrong side rows.
Lace Panel
Work on 23 stitches according to the chart.
The chart shows right side rows and right side rounds. On all wrong side rows or rounds not shown in the chart, work all stitches and yarn overs as follows: when working in rows back and forth, purl them; when working in the round, knit them.
Work rows/rounds 1-28 once, then repeat rows/rounds 15-28.
Knitting Chart
Symbol Key
- ⬜ knit stitch (k)
- ○ yarn over (yo)
- / knit 2 together (k2tog)
- \ Slip 1 stitch as if to knit, knit 1, pass the slipped stitch over the knitted stitch (SSK)
- 3\ Slip 1 stitch as if to knit, knit 2 stitches together, pass the slipped stitch over the knitted-together stitch (Slip 1, k2tog, psso)
Side Decreases
At the beginning of a right side row: edge st, slip 1 stitch knitwise, knit 1, pass the slipped stitch over the knitted stitch (ssk).
At the end of a right side row: knit to last 3 sts, knit 2 together (k2tog), edge st.
Gauge
14 sts x 22 rows = 4 x 4 inches (10 x 10 cm) worked in Stockinette stitch with two strands of yarn on US size 10 (6 mm) needles.
Important Notes Before You Begin
Swatch is crucial. Work a 5 x 5 inch (12 x 12 cm) sample using the specified needles, yarn, and lace pattern. Do not include cast-on, bind-off, or edge stitches in your stitch count. Flatten your swatch and count the stitches and rows over 4 inches (10 cm). If your swatch has fewer stitches, switch to larger needles; if it has more stitches, switch to smaller needles.
If only one number is provided in the instructions, it applies to both sizes.
This tunic is knitted with two strands of yarn held together throughout.
Body (Back and Front)
Back
Using two strands of yarn and US size 10 (6 mm) straight needles, cast on 88 (94) sts.
Mark the center 22 sts with markers.
Starting with a wrong side row, work 19 rows in Stockinette stitch.
Next right side row (decrease row): edge st, k3, k2tog, knit until 2 sts before the marker, ssk, remove marker, knit to the next marker, remove marker, k2tog, knit to last 6 sts, ssk, k3, edge st. = 4 decreases and 84 (90) sts remain.
Repeat this decrease row every 16th row 5 more times = 64 (70) sts.
Continue straight until your work measures 60 cm (23.5 inches) from the cast-on edge, ending with a wrong side row.
Now work the side decreases as described above: work 1 decrease on each side on the next 4 right side rows = 56 (62) sts.
Work 1 wrong side row and place all stitches onto a stitch holder.
Front
Using two strands of yarn and US size 10 (6 mm) straight needles, cast on 89 (95) sts.
Mark the center 23 sts with markers.
Work 1 row purl (wrong side row).
Next right side row: edge st, knit 32 (35) sts in Stockinette stitch, work row 1 of the Lace Panel chart on 23 sts, knit 32 (35) sts in Stockinette stitch, edge st.
Continue working for another 17 rows following the chart.
Next right side row (decrease row): edge st, k3, k2tog, knit until 2 sts before the marker, ssk, remove marker, knit to next marker, remove marker, k2tog, knit to last 6 sts, ssk, k3, edge st. = 4 decreases and 85 (90) sts remain.
Repeat this decrease row every 16th row 5 more times = 65 (71) sts.
Continue straight until your work measures 60 cm (23.5 inches) from the cast-on edge, ending with a wrong side row.
Now work the side decreases: work 1 decrease on each side on the next 4 right side rows = 57 (63) sts.
Work 1 wrong side row and place stitches onto a stitch holder.
Make a note of the last chart row you completed.
Sleeves (make two)
Using two strands of yarn and US size 10 (6 mm) straight needles, cast on 46 (50) sts.
Starting with a wrong side row, work 19 rows in Stockinette stitch.
Next right side row (decrease row): knit across while decreasing 3 stitches evenly = 43 (47) sts.
Repeat this decrease row every 10th row 3 more times = 34 (38) sts.
Continue straight until your work measures 25 cm (10 inches) from the cast-on edge, ending with a wrong side row.
Sleeve increases: work 1 increase on each side on the 7th row once, then on every 6th row 5 times = 46 (50) sts.
Continue straight until your work measures 44 cm (17.25 inches) from the cast-on edge, ending with a wrong side row.
Now work the side decreases: work 1 decrease on each side on the next 4 right side rows = 38 (42) sts.
Work 1 wrong side row.
Place stitches onto a stitch holder.
Yoke
Transfer all held stitches onto a long US size 10 (6 mm) circular needle (at least 36-inch / 140 cm cable): 38 (42) sleeve sts, 57 (63) front sts, 38 (42) second sleeve sts, 56 (62) back sts = 189 (209) sts total.
Now work in the round.
Round 1: Work the next round of the Knitted Tunic Pattern with Lace Panel chart on the center 23 sts of the front. Work all other stitches in Stockinette stitch. At the same time, knit every pair of adjacent edge stitches together (k2tog) = 181 (201) sts.
Place the round marker after the last stitch of the lace panel.
Continue working the chart until the tunic measures approximately 70 cm (27.5 inches) from the cast-on edge, ending with round 27 of the chart.
Continue working all stitches in Stockinette stitch.
Work even on all stitches until a total of 20 rounds have been worked from the start of the yoke.
Next round (decrease round): k2tog, [k7 (k8), k2tog] 7 times, [k8 (k10), k2tog] 3 times, [k7 (k8), k2tog] 6 times, k7 (k8), ssk, knit to end = 163 (183) sts.
Work 3 rounds even.
Next round (decrease round): [k8, k2tog] 14 (16) times, knit to end = 149 (167) sts.
Work 3 rounds even.
Next round (decrease round): [k7, k2tog] 14 (16) times = 135 (151) sts.
Work 1 (3) rounds even.
Next round (decrease round): [k6, k2tog] 14 (16) times, knit to end = 121 (135) sts.
Work 1 round even.
Next round (decrease round): [k5, k2tog] 14 (16) times, knit to end = 107 (119) sts.
Work 1 round even.
Next round (decrease round): [k4, k2tog] 14 (16) times, knit to end = 93 (103) sts.
Switch to shorter circular needles as your stitch count decreases.
For size 40/42 only: work 1 round even.
Next round (decrease round): [k6, k2tog] 10 times, knit to end = 93 sts.
For all sizes: Switch to US size 9 (5.5 mm) circular needles (16-inch cable). Work 7 rounds in knit (garter stitch in the round). Bind off all stitches loosely.
Finishing
Now that you have completed the knitted tunic pattern with lace panel, it is time for assembly. Sew the side seams and the sleeve seams using a mattress stitch for a flat, invisible finish. Weave in all ends carefully. Block your tunic gently to open up the lace panel and even out the stitches. This final step will transform your knitting into a truly professional garment you will love wearing.