Knit Striped Top Down Tee by Bernat Design Studio

Craft: Knitting

Combining comfort and style, this knit tee is designed to become a wardrobe favorite. Stitched in contrasting shades of Bernat Cotton Terry, this summer top is worked in the round from the neck down. Featuring short-row neck shaping, raglan increases, and simple stripes with short sleeves, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to practice knit 1, purl 1 ribbing as you create the neck, sleeves, and hem. This relaxing project is the perfect way to add a personal touch to your wardrobe.

Skill Level

Intermediate

Sizes

XS/S (M, L, XL, 2/3XL, 4/5XL)

Finished Measurements

Finished chest: 38 (42, 46, 50, 56, 64)" [96.5 (106.5, 117, 127, 142, 162.5) cm]

To fit chest: 28–34 (36–38, 40–42, 44–46, 48–54, 56–62)" [71–86.5 (91.5–96.5, 101.5–106.5, 112–117, 122–137, 142–157.5) cm]

Yarn

Bernat Cotton Terry (47% cotton, 32% acrylic, 21% nylon; 229 yards / 209 m per 120 g ball)

Sample shown in:

• Contrast A: Cotton (48001) - 2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 3) balls
• Contrast B: French Twill (48011) - 2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 3) balls

Yardage

Contrast A: 382 (410, 464, 496, 532, 610) yards / 349 (374, 424, 453, 487, 558) m

Contrast B: 303 (343, 381, 418, 475, 514) yards / 278 (313, 349, 382, 434, 470) m

Needles

US 7 / 4.5 mm and US 8 / 5 mm circular knitting needles, both in 16" [40.5 cm] and 24" [61 cm] lengths or size needed to obtain gauge

Notions

Stitch markers, stitch holders, tapestry needle

Gauge

18 stitches and 24 rows = 4" [10 cm] with larger needles in stocking stitch