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Mermaidkini Top
Sizes (measurements include scallop edge):
A/B Cup – Cup width 13cm, cup length 17.5cm
B/C Cup – Cup width 16cm, cup length 20.5cm
C/D Cup – Cup width 19cm, cup length 23.5cm
D/E Cup – Cup width 22cm, cup length 26.5cm
Hook: 3.5mm
Gauge: 10cm = 20 Sts x 14.5 Rows (Flat rows in Hdc)
I WOULD STRONGLY RECOMMEND CHECKING THE GAUGE BEFORE STARTING
Yarn: Heavy DK/Aran Weight
(Cotton is ideal for swimwear)
Yarn I used: Knitcraft Cotton Blend DK
Amount required approx. (amounts rounded up):
These measurements are rough, as you may want to make your ties shorter/longer & also add halter ties.
A/B Cup – 57-80g / 135-150 yds
B/C Cup – 77-100g / 182-200yds
C/D Cup – 97-120g / 200-230yds
D/E Cup – 117-140g / 250-280yds
Key:
St Stitch
Ch Chain
Sp Space
Hdc Half Double Crochet
Hdc2tog Half Double Crochet 2 stitches together
Dc Double Crochet
Tr Treble Crochet
WS Wrong Side
RS Right Side
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( ) Additional Sizes
All my patterns use US Terminology
Photos are for A/B Cup 28-32”
There are several sections where you can alter and adjust the bikini top to fit you perfectly.
If you make any changes from the sizes suggested you may use more (or less) yarn.
Each cup and strap is made in one piece, then connected at the middle.
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- First published: June 2020
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- Last updated: September 5, 2023 …
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