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The light, airy Sylphe Top is a welcome addition to any spring wardrobe. Simple shaping lets the intricate lace and twisted stitch-pattern shine. The top is worked from the bottom up, with the front and back worked separately to create the split hem, before the pieces are joined to work in the round.

Difficulty Intermediate

Yarn Weight 2

Finished Size 34 ¼ (37 ¾, 41 ¼, 44 ½, 48, 51 ½, 54 ¾, 58 ¼, 61 ¾, 65 ¼, 68 ½)“ circumference at underarm. Top shown measures 44 ½”; modeled with 4” of positive ease.

Yarn Fibra Natura Ravello (75% cotton, 16% extrafine Merino wool, 9% recycled cashmere; 207 yd 190 m/1 ¾ oz 50 g): #112 Sage Leaf, 5 (5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7, 8, 9, 9, 10) balls. Yarn distributed by Universal Yarn.

Needles Size 3 (3.25 mm): 24–40” circular (cir), depending on size you are making, and set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust
needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle.

Gauge 28 sts and 34 rnds = 4” in lace patt.

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NOTES

• The lower edge of this pullover is worked back and forth in two pieces for a split hem, then the pieces are joined and the body is worked in the round to the underarm. The upper front and back are worked separately back and forth.