This versatile design can be knit as a cozy long-sleeved version for autumn and winter, or as a light short-sleeved tee for summer.

It’s worked seamlessly from the top down using the contiguous set-in sleeve method, with short rows to gently raise the back neckline for a comfortable fit.

The body showcases a striking two-color jacquard pattern, knit from a chart. Sleeves are worked top-down in the round, and both body and sleeves are finished neatly with ribbing and a tubular Italian bind-off for a polished look.

Because it’s knit top-down, you can easily try it on as you go, making adjustments to the length or fit along the way. Whether you prefer short or long sleeves, this pattern lets you create a piece you’ll wear across the seasons.

SIZES
XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL) are designed to fit a bust circumference of 71-76 (81-86) 91.5-96.5
(101.5-106.5) 111.5-117 (122-127) 132-137 (142-147) cm / 28-30 (32-34) 36-38 (40-42) 44-46 (48-50) 52-54
(56-58) inches.

GAUGE
21 stitches and 30 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4 on 4 mm (US 6) needles, worked in rows or rounds in stockinette stitch, measured after blocking.

MATERIALS
DK (11 wpi).

This project can be made as an autumn/winter long-sleeved version or a summer short-sleeved version.

The long-sleeved version is made with Rosários4 Balada (80% merino, 20% silk), 50g / 140m in Navy Blue as the main color, and Rosários4 Alvor (50% linen, 50% wool), 100g / 310m in Yellow for the contrast.
For sizes XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL), you will need approximately 250 (250) 300 (350) 400 (450) 500 (550)g of the main color and 50 (50) 75 (75) 100 (120) 150 (200)g of the contrast color, or any other yarn or combination that achieves the gauge given below.

The short-sleeved version is made with Friends Cotton Silk Light (77% Cotton, 23% Bourette Silk), 50g / 120m in black, and the jacquard pattern uses hand-dyed yellow/orange yarn of similar composition. For sizes XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL), you will need approximately 240 (250) 300 (350) 400 (450) 520 (600)g of the main color and 50 (50) 75 (75) 100 (120) 150 (200)g of the contrast color, or any other yarn or combination that achieves the gauge given below.
The yardage includes extra to allow for making a swatch.

A huge thank you to my fantastic tester team! ✨
Your time, feedback, and beautiful knits helped bring this pattern to life. I’m so grateful for your support and enthusiasm throughout the process!
A huge thanks to Nicky Jensen @handknitsandhygge for the tech editing!