Knitting the Blueprint Top with Linen Silk Merino: Scattered Dusty Rose
Some projects remind you why you knit your own clothes. Others teach you that even beautiful yarns have their quirks.
This was both.
Today I’m sharing how I knitted the Blueprint top by Paper Moon Knits using my own Fibre of My Being Hand Dyed Linen Silk Merino blend, colourway Scattered Dusty Rose, and why this yarn was a gorgeous choice (and occasional headache) for this project.
First Impressions: Yarn and Pattern
The Blueprint top is clean, straightforward, and wearable - exactly what I wanted for a lightweight, layerable top, perfect for autumn.
Pairing it with Fibre of My Being’s Linen Silk Merino seemed like the right choice, as the pattern used a similar yarn.
This yarn is a hand-dyed, single-ply (spun) blend, roughly a 5 ply weight, combining the best of linen for crispness, silk for shine, and merino for bounce.
Scattered Dusty Rose is one of those colours that feels soft without being wishy-washy: pale, muted pink with tan/brown tones peeking through from the natural linen.
Halfway there: the lace panel starting to take shape, with Fibre of My Being's Scattered Dusty Rose ready to go.
Lessons from Knitting with Single Ply Yarn
Knitting with any single ply yarn can be challenging, it’s stunning, but it demands your full attention.
Early on, I made a mistake (thanks, late-night knitting in front of the TV).
Normally, you just rip back and carry on.
Not with this yarn.
Because it’s a single ply, unravelling can be tricky. The fibres want to snag a little, and while the yarn is strong overall, it doesn't love being messed around too much.
The bit I frogged needed smoothing out to get rid of the fuzziness before reknitting.
If you’re knitting with hand-dyed single ply, linen silk merino, here’s what I’d tell you:
Pay attention early. Fix mistakes straight away if you can.
Don’t overwork the yarn if you can help it.
Embrace the little imperfections from wayward strands and fluffiness - it adds to the charm of the finished project.
Work from two skeins at once to avoid colour flashing - like I did, changing skeins every second row.
Pre-blocking reality: a little crumpled but still looking good in Scattered Dusty Rose.
Knitting the Blueprint Top: What Worked (and What Didn’t)
The body of the Blueprint top is pure comfort knitting: mindless stockinette, broken up by a simple 4-stitch lace repeat that looks stunning.
Minimal shaping suits the boxy style, making it easy and a real joy to knit.
The pattern was perfect for showing off a yarn like Scattered Dusty Rose, where the natural colour variation shines.
I made a small adjustment to the Blueprint pattern—specifically, the sleeves.
Because I was playing a bit of yarn chicken (determined to stick to using just two skeins), I shortened them.
It gave the top a more relaxed, easy going feel, which I actually prefer.
The original pattern calls for longer sleeves, but the shorter version suits the style, and the yarn, perfectly.
If you’re following the Blueprint pattern with a similar yarn:
Expect more drape and movement after blocking - my top became wider, but I love that look, so it didn’t bother me.
Embrace the relaxed, easy vibe - it’s what this yarn is made for.
Be prepared to handwash the finished garment - it will need that extra love for a long life.
Blocking outside under the autumn sun—Scattered Dusty Rose catching the light.
Why Fibre of My Being Linen Silk Merino is Perfect for Autumn Knits
Linen silk merino shines for autumn projects. It’s breathable and lightweight, making it perfect for transitional weather when you want warmth without overheating.
The fabric sits comfortably against the skin, softening with every wear, and it layers easily without adding bulk.
The linen adds a slight crunch at first, but after blocking, it softens into a fabric that drapes like a dream without clinging.
Scattered Dusty Rose suits simple patterns where the yarn can be the star.
This blend doesn’t need fancy stitch patterns or complicated cables - it looks best when it’s allowed to flow.
(If you're curious, you can find Fibre of My Being Linen Silk Merino blends here.)
All blocked and looking even better—linen silk merino magic.
Would I Knit Blueprint Again?
Absolutely - but with tweaks.
Next time, I might go a touch longer on the body to account for the extra width after blocking.
But if you’re looking for a flexible, flattering pattern that lets gorgeous yarns like mine do their thing, Blueprint is a smart choice.
