Accordion Top

**PDF Pattern includes:** Written explanation Photo reference Video link for technique **Difficulty:** Intermediate Accordion top is a loose fit summer top inspired by musical instrument, accordion. This airy garment features continuous vertical stripes with wide-narrow transitions, integrated body and large sleeves, front & back v-neck and 2-color wide ribbing trim. Accordion top is worked from center to sides in stockinette stitch in one piece. **SIZES** 1 (2) 3 (4) **GARMENT MEASUREMENTS** Bust Circumference: 90-95 (105-110) 120-125 (135-140) cm [35.4-37.4 (41.3-43.3) 47.2-49.2 (53.1-55.1) inches] *NOTE: List a range of bust circumstances because there is no clear definition of body and sleeve opening from integrated design.* Overall Length: 50 (52) 56 (58) cm [19.6 (20.5) 22 (22.8) inches] **SUGGESTED NEEDLES** 3 mm [US 2.5] circular needles (80 or 100 cm [32 or 40 inches] ) 4 mm [US 6] circular needles (80 or 100 cm [32 or 40 inches] ) **OR** required needle size to obtain gauge **KNITTING DENSITY (AFTER BLOCKING)** In stockinette stitch using 4 mm [US 6] needles w/ main color 20 sts x 25 rows = 10 x 10 cm [4 x 4 inches] In 2-color ribbing stitch (k2, p2) using 3 mm [US 2.5] needles 32 sts x 30 rounds = 10 x 10 cm [4 x 4 inches] **SIZE GUIDE** The top is intended for a relaxing fit with approx. 5-10 cm [2-4 inches] of positive ease, meaning it is designed to be about 5-10 cm [2-4 inches] larger in circumference than your bust measurement. But in general, it will appear to be more oversized because of the integrated body and sleeve design. For which size to choose, can be varies from person to person. It would be a good idea to measure some of your favorite loose fitting clothes to help you find out how much positive ease you tend to like. Then, pick the size accordingly. In between sizes, it is recommended to choose the closer size. *Photo demonstrates a typical XS/S with bust circumference (or around your widest part of your upper body) of 88 cm [34.6 inches] wearing a size 1 with approx. 2-7 cm [0.79-2.8 inches] positive ease. But it has a more oversized wearing effect.* **SUGGESTED MATERIALS** **Main Color Yarn** 150 (150) 200 (200) gr. Isager, Hor Organic, 50 gr. / 178 m - Camel 100 (100) 100 (100) gr. Isager, Trio, 50 gr. / 350 m - Camel **Contrast Color Yarn** 50 (50) 50 (50) gr. Isager, Silk Mohair, 25 gr. / 212 m - Col. 0 *Knit the top with 1 strand of Hor and 1 strand of trio held together.* **Yarn Alternatives** **Main Color:** 2 strands of any light fingering to fingering weight yarn **Contrast Color:** 1 strand of any lace to light fingering weight yarn