Solène Top

**Soléne top** is the perfect companion for warm summer days — light, breezy, and effortlessly stylish. It’s a quick and enjoyable knit, ideal for those looking for a satisfying summer project. Match with the Soléne skirt for a stylish summer set. The top is worked from the bottom up, following a simple lace chart that adds a delicate touch. The body is knit in the round, then divided to shape the front and back, which are worked flat to form a graceful boat neckline. The shoulders are seamlessly joined using the Kitchener stitch for a smooth finish. Finally, stitches are picked up along the armholes, and a neat edge is created with purl stitches, completing the refined look. **Sizes** XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) **Finished bust circumference** 72 (84) 96 (108) 120 (132) cm / 28.5 (33) 37.8 (42.5) 47 (52)”. **Length from underarm to hem** 28.5 cm / 11.25” The length can be adjusted by adding lace panels to the hem. The length of one chart repeat is approximately. 5.5 cm /2.15”. **Length from upper middle back to hem** 45.5 (45.5) 45.5 (51.5) 51.5 (51.5) cm / 18.0 (18.0) 18.0 (20.5) 20.5 (20.5)”. **Gauge** 20 sts x 28 rnds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” in Stockinette St using 4 mm (US 6) needles **Needles** 4 mm (US 6) circular needles with a long cable. **Yarn** 150 (175) 225 (275) 325 (400) g Knitting for Olive Pure Silk (100 % silk / 250 m / 273 yds / 50 g). The top is worked holding two strands of yarn together.  **Notions** Stitch markers, tapestry needle. **Instruction on how to work the increases in the chart:** In the sample m1 is worked as you knit the “leg” in between the two stitches where the increase is done. That way the hole will be a bit smaller than when you do yarn overs, and the lace will be neater in my opinion. You can of course also do yarn overs if you prefer that method.