The knit and crochet tops popular at music festivals of the ‘60s and ‘70s inspired this updated halter style top. The front and back are almost identical, except for one key detail—the gently sloping hems. With the use of short−rows, the angled garter ridges create striking visual lines that are both flattering and interesting on an otherwise plain fabric.

FINISHED SIZE
25 (28½ , 33, 37, 41¼ , 44½ )“ (63.5 72.5, 84, 94, 105, 113 cm) bust circumference; wear halter top with 3–5” (7.5–12.5 cm) negative ease.

Halter top shown measures 28½ “ (72.5 cm).

YARN
Aran weight (#4 Medium).
Shown here: Rowan Softknit Cotton (92% cotton, 8% polyamide; 115 yd 105 m/1¾ oz 50 g): #587 Willow, 4 (5, 5, 7, 7, 8) balls.

NEEDLES
Size U.S. 8 (5 mm): straight.
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

GAUGE
19 sts and 34 rows = 4” (10 cm) in garter st, blocked.