Wening Ribbed Top

Wening Ribbed Top is inspired by wening, a Javanese concept of inner stillness and clear presence. Built on a steady rhythm of ribbing, this sleeveless top explores how repetition creates structure, and how structure allows the body to rest. Each stitch follows a measured pattern, forming a fabric that is both supportive and fluid. The design is intentionally adaptable. Knit it cropped or longer, simplify the finishing, or add a fancier edging. Whether worn on its own or layered, Wening Ribbed Top reflects a balance between movement and pause—knitted in rhythm, worn in stillness. **DETAILS** This pattern features a seamless saddle-shoulder construction. It begins at the neckline, with each shoulder worked separately. Stitches are then picked up along the saddle-shoulder edges to work the front and back pieces separately down to the underarm. From there, the body is joined and worked in the round. **SIZES** 1 (2, 3, 4) [5, 6, 7] {8, 9, 10} To fit the actual bust circumference measurements 32 (34, 36, 38) [40, 42, 44] {46, 48, 50}” / 81 (86, 91, 96) [101, 106, 111] {116, 121, 126} cm, with around 2–2.5” / 5–6 cm negative ease. The sample is shown in size 3. **MATERIALS** **YARN** 2 (2, 2, 2) [3, 3, 3] {4, 4, 4} skeins of **Papiput Simple Sock** (80% superwash merino, 20% nylon. 400 meters per 100-gram skein. Fingering weight.) The sample uses 2 skeins of Papiput Simple Sock in Abu colorway. Yarn substitutes: * Stardust (75% superwash merino, 15% nylon, 10% silver stellina, 400 meters per 100-gram skein. Fingering weight). * Ethera (50% superwash merino, 50% lotus flower fiber, 400 meters per 100-gram skein. Fingering weight). This yarn will create a more relaxed garment. **NEEDLES** One pair each of US-2 / 2.75 mm circular needles in 16” / 40 cm long and in 24” / 60 cm or 32” / 80 cm. **NOTIONS** 2 ring stitch markers. 1 locking stitch marker. Waste yarn or yarn holder. 1 tapestry needle. **GAUGE** Approximately 33 stitches x 43 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” in Ribbing with US-2 / 2.75 mm needles. Blocked. Relaxed. Create a gauge swatch before starting the project to ensure the best-fitting measurements. If necessary, change the size of your needles to obtain the approximate gauge.