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Note: This pattern has been tech edited and test knitted except for sizes 3XL-5XL (sizes L-2XL are currently being test knitted now). If you are interested in test knitting for theses sizes please send an email to tousdayknits@gmail.com and I would be glad to provide you the pattern for free in exchange for feedback and suggestions.

Difficulty: Intermediate

In this pattern, you will need to know how to:
(recommended videos for visual guidance are linked throughout this pattern)

• Read charts
• Work 2x2 & twisted rib stitch
• Work the following decreases: SSSK/SSSP, SSK/SSP, K3tog/P3tog, K2tog/P2tog
• Work I-cord bind off in the round
• Work 3 needle bind off
• Crochet: single & double crochet stitch

Measurements:
This garment is knitted with 7” (17.8cm) of ease, making it a boxy/oversized fit and is intended to fit real bust circumference measurements of 71-76, 81-86, 91.5-96.5, (101.5-106.5, 111.5-117, 122-127), 132-137, 142-147, 152-158 cm OR 28-30”, 32-34”, 36-38”, (40-42”, 44-46”, 48-50”), 52-54”, 56-58”, 60-62”

The final garment half bust width will measure: 46, 51, 56, (61, 66, 71.5), 76.5, 81.5, 86.5 cm OR 18”, 20”, 22”, (24”, 26”, 28”), 30”, 32”, 34”. (Keep in mind that shrinkage may occur and sizing may slightly vary when using cotton or other plant fibers).

Needle sizes you need:
3.5mm (US 4) circular (80cm)
4mm (US 6) circular(80-100cm)
1 crochet hook: 3-3.5mm

Composition:
This top is worked bottom up to the underarms. From the underarms, it is split into the left panel (left side), right panel (right side), and back panel. Once each panel is worked, the neck shaping will take place. The shoulder will then be seamed with the 3 needle bind off method. You will then pick up stitches for the sleeves and work in the round. Stitches are picked up around the neckline to knit the collar. Once the collar is knitted, a contrast stitch is worked around the collar with crochet edging. Finally the button holes are worked in a twisted rib pattern.

Yarn:
You can use any 8ply/DK weight yarn that meets the same gauge required.

Main Body Color: James C Brett Craft Cotton 100% Cotton - 100g/175yd (160 m)
5, 5, 6, (7, 8, 8), 9, 10, 11 skeins needed

Contrasting Color: Drops Cotton Light
100% Cotton - 50g/115yd (105m)
1 skein needed for all sizes.
(Note! you will need more contrasting yarn if you choose to use this yarn with i-cord bind off in the sleeves and for button plackets.)

Additional materials needed:
5 buttons 30-38 ligne (18-24mm)
Tapestry needle
Scrap yarn