Montastraea

> **Let's stay connected!** Sign up for email updates [on the site][1], and receive new, free knit and crochet patterns weekly, exclusive coupons, and free goodies you won’t find anywhere else! ***New email subscribers also receive a coupon for 15% off of their first order!*** It’s our happy, positive place on the Internet! xoxo Just add to cart and complete checkout to receive the download. For more info, click [here][2]. SIZES: XS, (S, M, L,) XL, 2X, 3X, (4X, 5X). Bust size in inches: 30, (34, 38, 42,) 46, 50, 54, (58, 62). Add approx. 2” of positive ease for final measurement. Choose your actual bust size from the measurements shown and when you make that coordinating size, your finished item will be 2" larger in circumference. MATERIALS: Expression Fiber Arts [Oasis Camel Silk Fingering][3] Yarn Shown in color: Playa (500 yds./3.5 oz) 1005 (1080, 1200, 1365), 1440, 1520, 1680, (1755, 1915) yards used 3 (3, 3, 3) 3, 4, 4, (4, 4) skeins The sample shown in size Small. Hook: US size 3.75mm (F) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge Any size that is appropriate for the yarn selected. Refer to the tag/label for the recommended sizes. Gauge is important for this top to ensure a good fit. SKILL LEVEL: Beginner - Perfect for those who are just beginning or have crocheted a project or two. Stitches include basic crochet stitches and the garment is worked all in one piece. [**New to crocheting garments or need some extra help with them? Sign up for the FREE Ultimate Guide to Crocheting Garments email series!**][4] Notes From the Designer: The Montastraea Tee is a beginner friendly crochet pattern. This tee is worked in a continuous round from the top down. No seaming is required! This tee is fitted with approximately 2" of positive ease. It features a fun open stitch combination and simple capped sleeves. •[Watch a video here][5] to learn tips and tricks for making this pattern! The pattern is worked in a continuous round throughout most of the design from the top down. No seaming! You can try it on as you go to ensure a great fit. Hurray! •The length can be adjusted by adding or subtracting more rounds before the final round. The width can be adjusted by increasing in multiples of 10 for each round. •A truly enjoyable beginner-friendly crochet top pattern with simple stitches! We hope you love it! Errata: 22 sts and 16 rows = 4", unblocked 22 sts and 16 rows = 4.5", blocked Enjoy your crocheting! New? Read about our pattern download process [here][6]. “You can’t cross the ocean of life just by dreaming about it, you have to jump in and swim.” – Debasish Mridha [1]: https://www.expressionfiberarts.com/ [2]: https://www.expressionfiberarts.com/faqs/ [3]: https://www.expressionfiberarts.com/categories/fingering/oasis-camel-silk-fingering.html [4]: https://www.subscribepage.com/crochetinggarmentsguide [5]: https://blog.expressionfiberarts.com/2021/07/02/tips-for-making-your-first-crocheted-top-montastraea/ [6]: https://www.expressionfiberarts.com/faqs/