Description

Overview of the pattern:

The Hoop Top pattern includes three neckline options in one: a boat neck, a V-neck, and a scoop neck. All versions are worked seamlessly from the top down and feature the same back piece, shaped for a great fit using short rows. In addition to the three neckline options there are also instructions for a striped top. This classic top design is truly versatile!

In addition to instructions for the three different necklines, the pattern also includes guidance for shaping bust darts using short rows. Bust darts improve the fit by adding extra fabric to the front for the bust, but they can easily be omitted if preferred. Knit in DK-weight yarn, this top is an easy and quick project—perfect for your summer wardrobe.

From YouTube you can watch a full tutorial video for the Hoop Top.

Note, that for the striped top you cannot make the bust darts.

Difficulty level: Easy / Intermediate

Sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6) (7, 8, 9, 10, 11) – see measurements below

Recommended ease: approx. 0–5 cm / 0–2” of positive ease on the bust (or widest part)

Samples knitted with 5 cm / 2” of positive ease on the chest.

Measurements for the finished top:

Bust circumference approx: 74 (82, 90, 98, 106, 114) (122, 130, 138, 147, 156) cm / 29.25 (32.5, 35.5, 38.75, 41.75, 45) (48.25, 51.25, 54.5, 58, 61.5)”

Length from armhole to hem: approx.  26 (27, 27, 29, 30, 30) (31, 32, 33, 34, 35) cm / 10.25 (10.75, 10.75, 11.5, 12, 12) (12.25, 12.75, 13, 13.5, 13.75)” – this can be altered

Armhole circumference approx:  36 (40, 42, 45, 47, 50) (52, 58, 62, 68) cm / 14.25 (15.75, 16.5, 17.75, 18.5, 19.75) (20.5, 22.75, 24.5, 26.75)”

Gauge:

20 sts x 26 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4″ in stockinette stitch with 4 mm / US 6 needles (after blocking)

Yarn:

Approx. 400 (450, 500, 550, 600, 700) (750, 800, 900, 1000, 1100) meters / 450 (500, 550, 650, 700, 800) (850, 900, 1000, 1100, 1250) yards of DK weight yarn.

Red sample with boat neckline: 4 (4, 5, 5, 5, 6) (7, 7, 8, 9, 10) balls of Sandnes Garn Line (110 m / 50 g, 53% cotton, 33% viscose, 14% linen), in colorway 4108 Flame Scarlet.

Black sample with v-neckline: 4 (4, 5, 5, 6, 7) (7, 8, 9, 9, 10) balls of Drops Belle (120 m / 50 g, 53% cotton, 33% viscose, 14% linen), in colorway 08.

Green sample with v-neckline: 4 (4, 5, 5, 5, 6) (7, 7, 8, 9, 10) balls of Sandnes Garn Line (110 m / 50 g, 53% cotton, 33% viscose, 14% linen), in colorway 8561 Dusty Green.

Striped sample with scoop neck: 3 (3, 4, 4, 4, 5) (6, 6, 7, 8, 9) balls of Sandnes Garn Line (110 m / 50 g, 53% cotton, 33% viscose, 14% linen), in colorway 1015 Kit AND 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 1) (1, 1, 1, 1, 1) balls of Drops Belle (120 m / 50 g, 53% cotton, 33% viscose, 14% linen), in colorway 80 Rubin Red.

Needles:

4 mm / US 6 40 cm / 16” and 60 cm / 24” or 80 cm / 32” circular needles

Other materials: Removable stitch markers, tapestry needle, scrap yarn or stitch holding cables.