Description

The Summer Top is a modern halter, designed with a relatively wide neck and relaxed fit that drapes over the torso. The top fits relatively close to the bust and drapes down over the torso, finishing just below the waist. Plant fibres (linen or silk) are recommended.

Yarn:

DK weight yarn. Plant fibres (linen, silk, or cotton) are recommended for their drape.

3, (4, 4, 5, 5) balls of Knitting for Olive Pure Silk (held double)

or

3, (3, 4, 5, 5) balls of Katia Lino 100% + 1 skein (50 g) of Sanjo Silk Tussah Shantung (held together)

Gauge: 22 stitches by 28 rows in 10 cm2 stockinette, on 4 mm needles.

Needles:

3 mm circular needles, 12-16 inches.
4 mm circular needles, 16-24 inches.

Notions:

2 x stitch holders
1 x stitch marker
Darning needle