Crochet a breezy layering piece using basic stitches and easiest-ever construction. The Sea Shells Top has an unstructured and boxy fit, like a poncho with short sleeves. The open shell pattern makes this a beautiful piece to pair over anything from tank tops and sundresses, to blouses and long sleeved shirts. Worked in 100% cotton yarn, the feel is soft, breathable, and naturally luxurious. Pattern includes simple construction diagrams, a helpful guide for creating the ribbed sleeves, and a generous range of adult women’s size from XS-XXXXL. Let’s get started and together crochet something beautiful ~ CM

PATTERN IS WRITTEN IN US CROCHET TERMS

SKILL LEVEL: Advanced Beginner
(Crocheter will already be familiar with: the basics of crochet, reading standard English crochet patterns, grouping basic stitches into one stitch space, working in the back loops only, simple schematic diagrams for garment construction).

STITCHES USED IN THIS PATTERN:
chain, single crochet, double crochet, sc in back-loops-only

SIZES & APPROXIMATE MEASUREMENTS:
XS-S: 26 inches across chest; 20 inches shoulder to hem
M-L (size shown): 30 inches across chest; 22 inches shoulder to hem
XL-XXL: 34 inches across chest; 26 inches shoulder to hem
XXXL-XXXXL: 38 inches across chest: 28 inches shoulder to hem

MATERIALS USED IN THIS PATTERN:
Mainstays 100% Cotton Yarn, worsted sz 4 medium, 100% cotton (3.5oz/100g/165m/180yd skeins): color is Blue Shell.
Approximate yardage needed per size:
• XS-S = 1020 yds
• M-L = 1250 yds
• XL-XXL= 1450 yds
• XXXL-XXXXL = 1750 yds
(Substitute any worsted sz 4 medium yarn, but note that gauge and finished dimensions will vary)
Size G/6-4.00mm crochet hook (or size needed to obtain gauge)
Tapestry needle to weave ends
Scissors

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