The top is worked sideways in two pieces (front and back) which are seamed at the shoulders. One short-row pattern repeat is worked at each side to create the armhole; the side joining is worked as-you-go. An extra stitch pattern repeat is added to the back to create a higher back neck.

MATERIALS

• Yarn: Malabrigo Arroyo; sport weight; 335 yards / 306 m per 100 g skein; 100% Superwash Merino Wool in shade Cereza
• Hook: U.S. 7 (4.5 mm)
• Yarn needle to weave in ends
• Stitch markers

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS (Adults)
The Candied Cherry top is written for 6 sizes with 2 neckline options. The amount of ease is up to you: roomy for layering or extra comfort, or minimal ease for next-to-body wear.

width, cm: 45, 55, 65 | 50, 60, 70
width, inches: 17 ¾, 21 ⅜, 25 ½ | 19 ⅝, 23 ⅝, 27 ½

circumference, cm: 90, 110, 130 | 100, 120, 140
circumference, inches: 35 ½, 43 ⅜, 51 ⅛ | 39 ⅜, 47 ¼, 55 ⅛

length, cm: 41, 43, 45 | 41, 43, 45
length, inches: 16 ⅛, 17, 17 ¾ | 16 ⅛, 17, 17 ¾

neckline, cm: 22.5 | 27.5
neckline, inches: 8 ⅞ | 10 ⅞

armhole circumference, cm: 39
armhole circumference, inches: 15 ⅜

yardage, m 909, 1015, 1165 | 1276, 1431, 1548
yardage, yd 995, 1111, 1275 | 1397, 1567, 1695

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS (Kids)
While this design was not initially planned for kids, I created a smaller version for my niece and decided to include smaller size options for your little loved ones as well.

chest circumference, cm 45, 50, 55, 54, 60, 66, 72, 80, 88
chest circumference, inches 17 ¾, 20, 21 ⅝, 21 ¼, 23 ⅝, 26, 28 ⅜, 31 ½, 34 ⅝

PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS
The pattern features everything you need to smoothly crochet your top, whether you’re following the chosen size layout or adjusting it to your liking.

Inside, you’ll find measurement spreadsheets and layouts for both child and adult versions, charts, written instructions, and guidance on modifying this top. Additionally, there’s a photo tutorial on as-you-go joining the sides.

The pattern has been professionally tech edited.

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