Easy breezy -- both the knitting and the wearing -- defines this modified boat-neck shell. Two pretty stitch patterns provide plenty of textural interest and are simple yet engaging to work. Saltmarsh is sure to become your go-to top on a hot summer day.

GAUGE: 5.25 sts/7.25 rows per inch in border pattern; 4.75 sts/6.50 rows per inch in main pattern

MATERIALS:
US size 5 (3.75mm) needles or size needed to obtain gauge
Spare needle in size needed to obtain gauge
Stitch holders
Tapestry needle
Crochet hook (optional)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS:
33 (34.5, 36, 38, 39.5, 41, 43, 44.5)“ bust circumference
20 (20.5, 20.5, 21, 21.5, 22.5, 23.5, 24)” in length

See my blog post “Saltmarsh Shell: Alterations & Renovations” for easy ideas on modifications to this design, without re-writing the pattern. link text

This pattern has been professionally tech edited.