This pattern was designed to be accessible to all knitters, including beginners who are comfortable with the basics (knit and purl stitches, simple decreases, and basic seaming). Its straight, uncomplicated construction allows you to focus on even stitching and the joy of working with a beautiful yarn.
It is worked flat in two pieces (front and back).
The deliberately loose fit provides generous ease for a soft, elegant drape. It can be worn next to the skin or layered over a tank top or lightweight tee.
Knit in 100% silk, the fabric highlights the yarn’s natural beauty with a fluid, delicate drape — a real pleasure to knit and to wear.
A light and enjoyable project, perfect for summer evenings and the early days of fall.
You’ll find the yarn used in this design under the Yarns section, ITO brand, KINU quality, available in a wide range of beautiful colors.
NINA Top
SIZE
XS – S – M – L – XL – 2XL – 3XL
Finished bust circumference:
112 (XS) – 116 (S) – 122 (M) – 126 (L) – 136 (XL) – 146 (2XL) – 156 (3XL) cm
This pattern is designed with approximately 28 cm / 11" of positive ease.
MATERIALS
Straight needles size US 6 (4 mm)
Circular needle size US 4 (3.5 mm)
YARN
The sample was knit using KINU by ITO, held double, on US 6 (4 mm) needles.
100% silk — 50 g cone / 425 m (465 yds)
4 (4–5–5–5–6–6) cones in color #0374 Pool Green for the version shown
STITCH PATTERNS
Stockinette Stitch (St st):
Row 1 (RS): Knit all stitches
Row 2 (WS): Purl all stitches
3/1 Rib:
Row 1 (RS): P3, K1 repeat to end of row
Row 2 (WS): Work the stitches as they appear
GAUGE (after blocking)
20 sts × 30 rows = 10 × 10 cm (4" × 4") in stockinette stitch on US 6 (4 mm) needles, with yarn held double
