I originally made this design with my knitting machine because I needed a display piece made with the new yarn I had just received. I had no idea some many ladies like the design and wanted a copy. So… here it is. It has a nice fit because of the rib design with a unique decrease at the neck edge. Since it is so stretchy because of the ribbing that 1 size can fit to body sizes. I was recently asked if I would be able to make this pattern in Plus Sizes. Been working on it for a couple weeks. Here is the sizes and stitch counts I came up with.
It is knitted flat on straight needles, although if you like using circular, they work just as nice. The needles are the only materials needed other than a tapestry needle to sew the front and back together. It goes rather quickly because it has only a front and a back. No sleeves, Button Bands or special knitting tricks.
The bottom edge can be made two different ways. I did a 2x2 rib border and made the 2x6 rib of the top line up. However you don’t have to put the rib on the bottom. I did the back without the 2x2 rib just to see how it looks.
The last picture on the roll up does not show a 2x2 rib.
The yardage amount may be a little different with different yarn companies as well as your knitting style. Everyone knits a little different which means the top may be a little smaller or larger than mine. As long as the length of the body and arm holes are close, it will fit.
I do not know which Red Heart, Caron or Bernet yarns would work best. I do not carry those brands in my shop. If you are unable to find Berroco or Plymouth in our neighborhood, Look for a 100% Soft Cotton or Cotton/Acrylic Blend DK Weight Yarn in your area.