Always Stripes Top

Description

Crochet pattern for a textured striped tee in 7 sizes : XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL and 3XL.

This top is the perfect spring and summer wardrobe staple, and even during the colder months you can wear it with a blouse or longsleeve underneath.

Fully written instructions in UK and US crochet terms, schematic included as well.

Pattern construction : work front and back parts together bottom up to armholes. Next continue front and back separately to neckline. Close shoulder seams and finish with the edgings.

Yarn : You can use any dk weight yarn.

Sample made with :

Stylecraft Batik dk, 80 % premium acrylic & 20 % wool, 50g/138m/151yds.

Yarn 1900 Cream : 2 (2, 3, 3, 4, 4, 5) balls

Yarn 1925 Graphite  : 1 (1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 2) balls

1 ball of each of the following Yarns :

1904 Cherry, 1903 Coral, 1906 Heather, 1918 Mint, 1902 Old Gold, 1911 Olive, 1910 Pistachio, 1916 Rose, 1908 Sage, 1913 Storm.

Sizes XS & S : it is possible to make the tee using 3 fewer colours.

Size M : it is possible to make the tee using 2 fewer colours.

Sizes 2XL & 3XL : it is necessary to use 2-3 colours extra (or take 2 balls for 2-3 of the above mentioned colours), be sure to have enough yarn of each colour.

Crochet hook : 3,75 mm and 4 mm.

Skill level : intermediate to experienced.