A Stylish and Versatile Summer Essential

This elegant and cute top is designed to be both stylish and comfortable, making it a perfect addition to your wardrobe. Knitted from the top down, it features a seamless construction that ensures a great fit. The pattern begins with a picot neckline. Using short-row shaping for a better fit. The front and back panels are worked separately before being joined to knit the body in the round, allowing for a smooth and professional finish.

With two length options, you can customize this top to suit your style:
✨ A cropped version with a delicate leaf border, ideal for pairing with high-waisted jeans or skirts.
✨ A classic version with a ribbed hem for a timeless, everyday look.

Choose your favorite summer yarn that meets the gauge, and enjoy knitting this versatile piece that effortlessly blends fashion and comfort!

p.s. seaming is involved if you are doing the leaf border.

GAUGE
20 sts x 25 rows = 10 cm x 10 cm in stockinette after washing and blocking
With 4 mm needles, or with needles meet the gauge.

SIZES
1 (2) 3 (4) 5 (6) 7
Circumference of the finished top:
80 (88) 95 (100) 110 (120) 130cm
32 (36) 38 (40) 44 (59) 52 ‘‘
Pick a size with -4 +8cm (-2+2 ‘‘) ease

YARN
Original yarn: lang yarns regina single thread 175m/50g 

or any other summer yarn which meets the gauge (fingering or sport)
approx. 135 (150) 160 (170) 185 (200) 220g

NEEDLES
Collar & Hem: 3mm & 3,5mm circular needle or dpn
Body: 4 mm circular needle

NOTIONS
7 stitch markers
scrap yarn or st holder
tapestry needle

TECHNIQUES
long tail cast on
Knitting & Purling
short rows
increase stitches
lace knitting
casting on stitches
i cord bind off (optional)
seaming (optional)
Italian bind off (optional)
normal bind off

Pattern is available in German, English and French. Danish is in translation process and will be released soon.

Best wishes,
Lucy