The Rainbow top is knitted from bottom to top. The bodice is knitted in the round using a diagonal buttonhole stitch, then the work is divided into sides 1 and 2, and each section is knitted back and forth using a diagonal buttonhole stitch with decreases on the sides. The straps are knitted with 4 stockinette stitches to the other end.
Sizes XXS (XS) S (M) are designed to fit a bust circumference of 75-80 (80-85) or 85-90 (90-95). The pattern is designed for a bust of 85 cm, so the size falls between XS and S.
Sizes:
XXS (XS) S
Bust circumference:
80 (85) 31.5 (33.5) inches
The bust is the reference for the width of the piece. Measure your bust to begin knitting your piece and determine your size.
Total height:
35 cm high, 28 cm from armhole
Guage:
22 stitches x 30 rows in rib = 10 x 10 cm 4 x 4 inches
Needles:
Circular needles: 3.5 mm
Circular or double pointed needles: 3 mm US 2.5
Materials:
Yarn: Mandala® Sparkle Yarn
Color: Aquila 527-329C Stripes of light aqua, pale lavender, light wisteria, lavender, light mauve purple, bright mauve purple, light dusty violet, and bright cerulean wrapped with a metallic silver thread