Tilda Top

**Tilda** is a loose fitting, cropped raglan summer top with alternating sheer and opaque stripes, that is worked seamlessly from the top down. The top has a crew neckline with a 1x1 half twisted rib stitch pattern and back neckline shaping using German Short Rows. The shoulders are formed using a raglan construction. Optional length can be added to the back hemline using short rows. **DIFFICULTY** The pattern is suitable for **advanced beginners** that are happy to learn new things. All special techniques are explained step by step in pictures. Basic knowledge is nevertheless required. **SIZES** 1 (2) 3 (4) 5 (6) 7 (8) 9 *Finished garment bust circumference:* 93 (98) 103 (114) 121 (130) 141 (150) 169 cm | 36.5 (38.5) 40.5 (45) 47.75 (51.25) 55.5 (59) 66.5" Included positive ease: + 10-15 cm | + 4-6" It is suggested that you knit your top with the indicated positive ease of + 10-15 cm | + 4-6" around the bust for best results. For that take your bust circumference measurement and add your preferred positive ease to it. Then choose the size closest to that value. If you are in between sizes, sizing down or up is possible for this design, depending on your personal preference. **LANGUAGES** ​The pattern is available in English, Spanish, French and German. **RECOMMENDED MATERIALS** Sheer Yarn: * [Soft Silk Mohair](/yarns/library/knitting-for-olive-soft-silk-mohair) by [Knitting for Olive](/yarns/brands/knitting-for-olive) 25g - 225 m | 250 yards: 50 (50) 50 (50) 50 (75) 100 (100) 125 g | 2 (2) 2 (2) 2 (3) 4 (4) 5 skeins * or approximatley - 390 (400) 370 (400) 420 (620) 730 (770) 1000 meters | 430 (440) 410 (440) 460 (680) 800 (850) 1100 yards of lace weight Mohair | Mohair-like yarn. Opaque Yarn: * [Creative Linen](/yarns/library/rowan-creative-linen) by [Rowan](/yarns/brands/rowan) 100g - 200 m | 219 yards: 200 (200) 200 (200) 200 (200) 300 (300) 400 g | 2 (2) 2 (2) 2 (2) 3 (3) 4 skeins * or approximatley - 280 (300) 310 (350) 400 (390) 550 (590) 710 meters | 310 (330) 340 (390) 440 (430) 610 (650) 780 yards of DK weight yarn. **NEEDLES** * Main Needles: circular needles 3.5 mm | US 4 | UK 10 in 40 cm | 16" & 60 cm | 24" or length that feels best * Ribbing Needles: circular needles 3 mm | US 2.5 | UK 11 in 40 cm | 16" * Double Pointed Needles, if you prefer working with them on smaller circumferences **SUPPLIES** * 9 stitch marker * Stitchholder or scrap yarn * Measuring tape * Darning needle **GAUGE** 20 sts x 32 rows = 10 x 10 cm | 4 x 4" In stockinette st pattern, worked flat & in the rnd with 3.5 mm | US 4 | UK 10.5 (Main Needle), blocked and measured laid flat. **TECHNIQUES USED** * Casting on * Knitting through the back loop * German Short Rows with double stitches * Increasing knit stitches using M1R, M1L * Backward Loop Cast On * Binding off using your favourite stretchy method | Italian Bind Off Illustrated explanations of the techniques are included in the pattern. Reproduction for private use only. Reproduction, distribution and sale of this pattern in any form is prohibited. All rights reserved. © Yarn Me Up | Johanna Schütz | 2023