Size

XS (S) M (L) XL (XXL) 3XL (4XL)

1.Bust circumference

76 (81) 86 (91) 96 (101) 107 (113)

2.Length measured shoulder and down

55 (57) 59 (61) 62 (62,5) 63 (63,5)

Measurements are taken from the top after washing. Depending on your washing method, the top may increase in size (cm). The intended fit is tight, with approximately 15–30 cm of negative ease. You can easily adapt the measurements to your own preferences by following the instructions and adjustment tips provided throughout the pattern.

Skills

Knit and purl, increase and decrease, knitting in the round, stitch two sides together and German edge stitch.

Materials

Hand-dyed mulberry silk by Thelma Steimann — a super-soft, luxurious yarn with a light, airy feel and a natural shine. Approx. 400 m / 100 g per skein.

Quantity: 1 (1) 2 (2) 2 (2) 2 (2) skeins

Circular needles 3 mm, 40 or 60 cm length, for the body

2 × double-pointed needles (DPNs) 3 mm for straps (optional)

Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Stitch markers

2 × holding cords for resting stitches

Gauge (Tension Swatch)

Before beginning, check your tension by making a gauge swatch.

Cast on 27 sts and knit 38 rows in k 3, p 3 rib with 3 mm needles. Wash and block the swatch for a 10 × 10 cm sample. Adjust needle size to achieve correct gauge.

Good to know

The top is worked bottom-up in the round, using 3 × 3 rib throughout. Shaping is done with decreases and increases. Once the body is complete, work is divided into front and back. Each side is worked with rib then joined at the shoulders using mattress stitch.

The yarn quantities given are approximate and based on average usage. Adjustments to length or width will affect yarn requirements.