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Bea Top Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit

Bea Top Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit

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Bea Top

The Bea Top is worked from the bottom up in smooth stockinette stitch, creating a simple and elegant sleeveless top with a flattering boat neckline. Held with two strands of yarn throughout, the fabric has beautiful drape and makes an ideal layering piece for warmer weather.

The body is worked seamlessly in the round to the underarms before the work is divided for the front and back yokes. Each yoke is then worked flat with decreases along both sides to shape the armholes. Short rows shape the shoulders and create the elegant boat neckline.

The clean construction and minimal finishing make this a rewarding project with a polished, modern finish.

The Bea Top is designed with approx. 8 cm of negative ease for a close-fitting silhouette.

Before beginning your project, knit a swatch to ensure you achieve the correct gauge. Wash and block your swatch before measuring, as the fabric may grow slightly after washing and with wear.

Sizes

XXS (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL (5XL)

Size Guide

XXS XS S M L XL 2XL 3XL 4XL 5XL
Designed to fit bust (cm) 75–80 80–85 85–90 90–95 95–100 100–110 110–120 120–130 130–140 140–150
Finished size (cm) 72 77 82 87 92 102 112 122 132 142
Length (cm)* 48 49 50 52 55 57 59 60 62 64

*Measured mid back.

Recommended Yarns 

Tynn Line from Sandnes Garn

XXS XS S M L XL 2XL 3XL 4XL 5XL
Meterage (m) 880 880 880–1100 1100 1100 1320 1320 1540 1760 1760

Needles

3.5 mm circular needle (60 or 80 cm).

Gauge

20 stitches × 28 rows = 10 × 10 cm in stockinette stitch on 3.5 mm needles after washing and blocking.

Construction

Worked from the bottom up. The body is worked in the round before being divided for the front and back yokes, which are worked flat with armhole shaping. Short rows shape the shoulders and create the elegant boat neckline.

Difficulty

★★★☆☆ (3 out of 5)

Frequently Asked Questions

What knitting skills are needed to successfully complete the Bea Top Knitting Pattern?
The Bea Top Knitting Pattern is rated as intermediate skill level, suitable for knitters with some experience in shaping and working in the round. Basic knowledge of short-row shaping and flat yoke construction will help you achieve a polished finish.
What size range does the Bea Top Pattern cover?
The pattern offers sizes from XXS to 5XL, with bust measurements ranging from 74cm to 144cm, making it suitable for a wide variety of body types.
What type of yarn is recommended for knitting the Ivy Top?
The pattern recommends using lightweight, high-quality yarns such as Olive Pure Silk or Sandnes Garn Tynn Line, to achieve the close-fitting, lightweight summer top with a polished look.
How much yarn will I need to knit the Bea Top in my size?
Yardage requirements vary by size and yarn choice, from approximately 750 meters for smaller sizes using silk to up to 1500 meters for larger sizes in heavier yarns. Be sure to check the specific yardage guidelines in the pattern for your size.
What are the key construction features of the Bea Top pattern?
This pattern features a top-down construction with short-row shoulder shaping, flat yoke work, and seamless body in the round, resulting in a near-seamless, polished tank top perfect for layering and warm weather.