I originally designed this crop top to be a “selfish knit” with the intent of using up a gorgeous single skein that my husband had picked out for me. But after wearing it, I decided I couldn’t just keep the pattern to myself, and I decided to write it up and share it with all of you!

This sleeveless crop top features superwash yarn with a lacy stitch that helps you catch a breeze in warm summer weather. The sleeves cut in to give the garment a racerback feel while still covering standard bra straps, and the crew neck helps provide structure and coverage.

Sizes (Bust in inches):

• XS: 28-30
• S: 32-34
• M: 36-38
• L: 40-42
• XL: 44-46
• XXL: 48-50

Suggested Yarns:

• Option 1: Woolfiend Yarn & Fiber (Plush Sock, 75% Superwash Merino, 15% Tencel, 10% Nylon, Fingering Weight, 433 yards/115 grams, Color: Lush).
• Option 2: Dark Lake Fiber Art (75% Superwash BFL Wool, 25% Nylon, 464 yards/100 grams).
• XS: 1 skein
• S: 1 skein
• M: 1 skein
• L: 2 skeins
• XL: 2 skeins
• XXL: 2 skeins

Suggested needles:

• US 3 (3.25 mm) Circular Needles (30” Length)
• US 4 (3.5 mm) Circular Needles (30” Length)

Notions:

• Scissors
• Tapestry Needle
• Stitch Marker
• Two Stitch Holders of Lengths of Scrap Yarn

Required Skills:

• knitting and purling in the round and flat
• short rows
• yarnovers
• directional decreases
• reading lace charts
• ribbing
• grafting (Kitchener stitch)

Notes:

• This top is worked in the round from the bottom up.
• Short rows are used for armhole and neck shaping.
• The tops of the shoulders are grafted using Kitchener stitch to give the garment a seamless appearance.
• This pattern uses a chart for the lace instructions. Chart is read from right to left, bottom up.
• The measurements are for a short crop top, but length can be added to the torso as desired. If you plan to add length, you may require additional yarn.