The Spring Daisy Top is a light, feminine lace top worked seamlessly from the top down. Featuring a delicate vertical lace pattern and softly scalloped edges, it is an elegant and comfortable piece for warmer days.

The top begins with the back yoke, which is shaped using German short rows for a comfortable fit across the shoulders. Stitches are then picked up for each shoulder and joined to form the front yoke. The front and back are joined at the underarms, and the body is worked in the round. The neckline and armholes are finished with ribbing and a crocheted scalloped border, while a decorative lace section completes the hem.

Sizes: XS (S) M (L)
Finished bust circumference: 87 (92) 98 (104) cm 34¼ (36¼) 38½ (41) in
Finished length: 50 (52) 54 (56) cm 19¾ (20½) 21¼ (22) in

The top is designed to be worn with little ease. Choose a size with a finished bust circumference close to your actual bust measurement.

Gauge:
30 sts × 45 rows = 10 × 10 cm 4 × 4 in in stockinette stitch, measured after washing and blocking.

Materials:

• Yarn: Coast by Holst Garn or a similar fingering-weight yarn, 150 (150) 150 (200) g
• Needles: 2.5 mm US 1½ circular needles and 2 mm US 0 double-pointed or circular needles for the ribbing
• Additional tools: 2.5 mm crochet hook, stitch marker, and tapestry needle

Techniques used:
German short rows, lace knitting, increases, decreases, picking up stitches, working in the round, Italian bind-off, and basic crochet stitches.

Step-by-step photo tutorials for German short rows, Italian bind-off, and the crocheted scalloped edging are included.

The pattern includes written instructions and charts.

Please note: The embroidered daisies shown on the green sample are an optional decorative detail and are not included in the pattern instructions.

Sizes XL–3XL are currently being tested. If you would like to take part in the test knit, you can apply here.

If you share your finished Spring Daisy Top, I’d love to see it! Please tag @alesiastrickt and use #springdaisytop.