Inspired by early summer mornings in the wild, long days at outdoor festivals, and magical evenings near campfires under open skies, the Free Spirit Cami brings a breath of freedom to a summer wardrobe. Though the yarn plays first chair in this design, lateral braids, simple lace, and optional fringe add plenty of visual interest. The cami is worked from the top down, starting with two front triangles worked flat, then the body is knit in the round. The straps can be attached in a few different ways, making the pattern more versatile. 

Pattern details:

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Knitter

Needle Size:
Size 19 (15 mm) 32” / 80 cm circular needles or size needed to obtain gauge

Hook Size:
Size J/10 (6 mm) Crochet hook or larger for fringe

Adjust needle and hook sizes as necessary to match gauge. 

Sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5) 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

Finished Measurements:
32 (36,38.75,42.75,45.25) 49.25,52,56,58.75,62.75” / 80 (90,97,107,113) 123,130,140,147,157 cm finished chest circumference.

Fit Note:
Recommended to be worn with 0-2” / 0-5 cm of negative ease at the chest, depending on your preferred fit. Sample is shown in a size 2 on a 34” / 85 cm chest with 2” / 5 cm of positive ease.

Gauge:
6 sts and 8 rows = 4” / 10 cm in stockinette stitch worked flat, steam blocked

Materials: 
3 (3,4,4,4)4,5,5,5,5 skeins Waterfall (100% viscose; approx. 60 yds (55 m) / 70 g) shown in Celestial

Pattern Designer: Ksenia Naidyon