Amy Boatneck Top is a modern, fitted top with a boatneck neckline and tie straps at the shoulders. The design is simple and feminine, making it both elegant and versatile to style. The ties allow you to adjust the fit and wear the top in different ways, including boatneck, off shoulder, and one shoulder.

The top is worked from the bottom up. First, the body is worked in the round in 2x2 rib, creating a fitted waist. The work is then divided into front and back pieces, which are worked flat in stockinette stitch. Both pieces are shaped with increases to create width over the bust and are finished with I-cord ties on each side.

Yarn

• Drops Merino Extra Fine

Gauge

21 stitches x 28 rows = 10 cm (4”) in stockinette stitch on 4 mm needles with 1 strand of Drops Merino Extra Fine

Needle size & length

Circular needles 4 mm / 40 cm & 60 cm

Double-pointed needles 3 mm (or 4 mm) for I-cord

Sizes

XS-XL

Difficulty level

2/5

Techniques used

• Worked from the bottom up

• Knitting in the round in 2x2 rib

• Dividing for front and back, worked flat

• Increases (make 1 left – M1L)

• Stockinette stitch

• I-cord ties

• Loose bind-off

Additional materials

• Stitch holders/waste yarn

• Tapestry needle & measuring tape