Description

Overview of the top:

Vesta is a simple yet elegant knit top, worked from the top down and suitable even for less experienced knitters. The top features wide straps with beautiful edge details. The neckline and armholes are shaped with easy increases, and the hem is finished with a short ribbed edge. You can knit Vesta with any DK-weight yarn or a combination of yarns, such as cotton or linen. This top is a versatile wardrobe staple that suits various occasions. If you prefer, you can knit the hem cropped or longer—just keep this in mind when estimating yarn usage.

Difficulty level: Vesta top pattern is perfect for a knitter who knows basic knitting techniques

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

Recommended ease: -0–5 cm / 0–2” of negative ease.

Measurements: 
Bust circumference: approx. 75(81)88(93)98(105)111(120)128(138)145 cm / 30(32)34.5(36.5)38.5(41.5)43.75(47.25)50.5(54.25)57”

Length from shoulder to hem: approx. 52–58 cm / 20–23” (all sizes, this can be altered)

Yarn: 

DK weight yarn approx: 

150(200)200(250)250(300)300(350)350(400)400 g / 250(300)300(350)400(400)450(500)500(550)600 m / 270(330)330(380)440(440)500(550)550(600)660 yds

Samples knitted with DMC Natura Medium (100% cotton) in colorways 002/black and 001/white. 

Needles: 

• 3 mm / US 2.5: 60 cm /24” or  80 cm /32” circular needles
• 4 mm / US 6: 60 cm /24” or  80 cm /32” circular needles

Other materials: Removable stitch markers, tapestry needle, scrap yarn or stitch holders

Gauge:

16 sts x 27 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4″ in stockinette stitch with 4 mm / US 6 needles (after blocking).