Inspired by the sweater-vest and crop top trend this tie-side top offers a wearable alternative. The raised treble stitches along the neckline draw the eye, while the tapered shoulders create a flattering shape.

Reminiscent of long summer days at the beach, the raised and textured stitches hint at rippled sand, exploring the dunes or walking along the shoreline. It would look great over a bright summer dress, with linen shorts, or even made up in wool or acrylic for a cosy version to layer over long sleeves and roll necks for the cooler months.

Skill level: Beginner – pattern includes full instructions but you will need to know how to complete chain, slip stitches, double crochet, treble crochet stitches and foundation double crochet (single and double crochet in US terms) and how to treble 2 or more stitches together.

Sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X) pattern includes full schematic and sizing info. The Dune tie-side vest is designed to be worn with 10-15cm of positive ease - finished bust circumference 87 (97, 107, 117, 128, 138, 148, 158, 167) cms.

You will need:
DK yarn - StyleCraft Naturals Organic Cotton in Bone 7173, 105m/115y per 50g ball.
7 (8, 9, 9, 10, 11, 12, 12, 13) balls or 760 (830, 945, 1020, 1100, 1215, 1290, 1370, 1440) yards / 695 (760, 865, 935, 1005, 1110, 1180, 1250, 1315) meters
4.5mm crochet hook (or size needed to achieve tension)
Tape measure
Tapestry needle

PDF Pattern includes: Full written instructions in both UK and US terms, and step-by-step photographs. You will need to know how to complete chain, slip stitches, double crochet, treble crochet stitches and foundation double crochet (single and double crochet in US terms) and how to treble 2 or more stitches together.