✨ Ribbed Tunik Top
The Ribbed Tunik Top is a made‑to‑measure ribbed garment constructed with two flat‑knit panels that are joined in the round before transitioning into fully shaped bust panels and a customizable back panel. The design features adjustable side lacing, optional elastic ruching, and a highly flexible fit due to the stretch of the 3K2P ribbing. This pattern is suitable for confident beginners and intermediate knitters who enjoy modular garment construction and personalized shaping.

Size Options
This pattern uses EU standardized women’s sizing, but the fit is primarily determined by your ribcage measurement and the stretch factor of the ribbing.
Although the size chart is provided for reference, knitters are encouraged to choose their cast‑on number based on personal measurements rather than clothing size.
The bust panels are fully Made‑To‑Measure (MTM), allowing the garment to accommodate a wide range of bust shapes and proportions.

Gauge Details
Gauge is essential for achieving the correct fit, especially when using cotton or other low‑elasticity fibers.
There is an Cast On Calculator included in the pattern, it will tell you the amount you need to cast on based on your gauge.

Body ribbing (3K2P)
Flat: 5 sts = 2 cm
Stretched: 5 sts = 4 cm
Use the stretched gauge when calculating cast‑on numbers.

Stockinette
1 knit stitch = 0.5 cm
Used for determining back‑panel width and upper‑body length.

Because the ribbing must stretch over the bust and shoulders, knitters with fuller busts should rely on stretched gauge and consider panel adjustments.

Materials
3.5 mm circular needles (30 cm)

Holding needle

Darning needle

Stitch markers × 3

100% cotton yarn or similar fiber

Optional: elastic for ruching

Optional: ribbon or I‑cord for side lacing

Yarn Requirements
Yardage varies by size and fiber choice. Estimates below are based on River Jeans (50 g = 105 m):

EU 32 (XXS): ~497 m → 5 skeins

EU 34 (XS): ~522 m → 5 skeins

EU 36 (S): ~550 m → 6 skeins

EU 38 (M): ~576 m → 6 skeins

EU 40 (L): ~602 m → 6 skeins

EU 42 (XL): ~630 m → 6 skeins

EU 44 (XXL): ~662 m → 7 skeins

EU 46 (3XL): ~697 m → 7 skeins

EU 48 (4XL): ~735 m → 7 skeins

For alternate yarns (e.g., Søstrene Grene 8/4 cotton), adjust skein count according to meterage. There is a own section on how to make it to measure, this allows you to use any kind of yarn and gauge that you wish. I recommend a laceweight one.

Additional Notes
The pattern includes a YOBO (Yarn Over Bind Off) technique for buttonhole edges.

Bust shaping is customizable: increase frequency determines ruching depth.

Back panel length is calculated using personal measurements for a tailored fit.

Side lacing allows the garment to adapt to waist‑to‑hip proportions.