Rousseau Yarn Set (Lumières)

A feather-light, airy lace top. Inspired by the spray of seawater rising from the surface in a strong wind, the delicate texture of DARUMA Silk Mohair perfectly captures the image. The neckline is exquisitely designed, and the picot lace edging adds to the sophisticated impression.

Designed by Eline Alcocer, Rousseau consists of four panels, two for the front and two for the back. Each panel is worked from corner to corner, beginning at the outer edge of the hem and ending at the top of the V-neck/middle of the back neck. The sleeve, V-neck, shoulder, and back neck shaping are incorporated into the respective panels. After blocking, edging is worked around each panel before they are crocheted together. Finally, a picot trim is added around the sleeve and V-neck edges. To achieve the correct shape and dimensions, the panels must be blocked aggressively before edging and seaming.

We've prepared a supplementary blog post on how to crochet this top. Please take a look for reference.

Kit Contents:
DARUMA Silk Mohair 60% super kid mohair, 40% Silk; 328 yards/300 meters; 25 grams
Size 1, (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9) = 4, (5, 5, 6, 6) (7, 7, 8, 8) balls

*This kit does NOT include patterns. For the pattern, you will need to purchase the book Lumières DARUMA Collection 2025.

Finished Measurements: Size 1, (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9)
Chest circumference: 32 (36, 40, 43½, 47½) (51½, 55½, 59½, 63½)” / 81 (91, 101, 111, 121) (131, 141, 151, 161) cm

Hook Required (not included):
US G/6 (4.0mm) / JP 7/0
Or, a hook of the size needed to obtain the gauge

Other tools (not included): Removable stitch markers, tapestry needle, blocking pins and mats

Notes: The sample color is 09 Sea Salt, in size 3. The light grey sample is Shironeri-am01, in size 4. The model (height: 5'3") is wearing size 3, with 11" of positive ease.