The ANIKA TOP, thoughtfully designed with beginners in mind, offers a perfect introduction to knitting. This timeless and slightly oversized garment not only effortlessly complements any wardrobe but also serves as an ideal project for those new to knitting. The pattern features clear instructions and a classic stockinette stitch, making it accessible and enjoyable for beginners seeking a rewarding knitting experience.

This charming top is knit with Alpaca Melody yarn, known for its fluffy and soft texture, providing warmth and coziness to your finished creation.

Crafted with a classic stockinette stitch pattern, this top is worked from the top down. Beginning in the round, it gracefully incorporates shoulder increases before separating into front and back sections. The front is knitted first, followed by the back, intentionally creating a back that is 5 cm longer than the front. This unique technique beautifully lowers the neckline when merging the stitches for both sections to continue knitting in the round.

Once united, the body’s two parts harmoniously progress in the round. Subsequently, a delightful split hem is fashioned by once again dividing the piece into front and back segments, with the back hem extending further.

Skill level: easy/intermediate

Skills Necessary: knitting, purling, increasing, decreasing, transferring stitches to stitch holder, casting on and binding off

SIZES

Bust circumference approx. S 88, M 93, L 104, XL 112, 2XL 127

Oversized fit with 25 -30 cm of ease. Featured in size M on a 93 cm / 36½” bust.

YARN

Drops Melody (71% Alpaca, 25% Wool, 4% Polyamide), lace weight 50g = 140m (153 yds).

On the size M yarn consumption 3 skeins. An extra skein recommended for size L – XL.

Any other yarn that matches provided gauge. Knit 10cm x 10cm swatch and count stitches & rows to determine.

GAUGE

15 stitches by 22 rows / 10 cm = 4” x 4” (10 x 10 cm) using size US 9 / 5.50 mm needles in stockinette stitch.
To ensure the success of your knitting project, it is crucial that you create a 10x10 swatch and compare the gauge. If needed, adjust your needles.

NEEDLES

Circular ndls 40-50 cm / 16” – 20” and 80 -100 cm / 32” – 40”, size 5.5 mm (US 9/UK 5)

NOTIONS

Tapestry needle, stitch markers, measuring tape