Have you discovered the wonders of hemp and linen yarn? The glorious shine, the great stitch definition and the strength of such fibers make for excellent summer garments.

These plant fibers are breathable and absorb humidity very well, providing a very comfortable feeling even on the hottest summer days. They are also strong, so regular washing and drying not only does not damage them, but in fact makes the fabric softer.

In the quest to create more hemp pieces for the summer to come, I came up with a modern crochet top that is fast to make and easy to wear. Ruut is worked with simple crochet stitches and very basic techniques; but offers a sleek, modern look that is hard to miss.

Join me this season for more hemp making, it will be fun!

Ruut means ‘square’ in Estonian.

Instructions are given in written abbreviated form.

Credits
Pattern Design & Photography: Asimina Saranti

Yarn
Lang Yarns Canapa
Sport / 5 ply / 12 wpi / 100% Hemp
80 meters - 88 yards / 25 grams
Colorway: 48, 7(8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 18, 21, 24) skeins

This yarn is discontinued. Suitable substitutes are any Sport-weight 100% Hemp / 100% Linen yarns. Notable examples are Isager Hor Organic and Borgo de Pazzi Lino.

Hook
3.0 mm / US 2.5 or size to obtain gauge

Notions
5-10 removable stitch markers
yarn needle

Gauge
19 sts / 10 rounds = 10 cm (4 inches) square in double crochet

Sizes
XS(S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)

to fit bust: 80(90, 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160) cm / 31.5(35.5, 39.5, 43.5, 47, 51, 55, 59, 63) inches

Shown in size M with 5 cm / 2 inches of ease at largest part of chest.

Skills Required/Techniques Used

• Basic crochet stitches
• Working in rows and rounds
• Increasing
• Seaming

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