Garden Picnic top

> **video tutorial for sleeves:** https://youtu.be/oHQkyk0Q1dg > > **video tutorial for neck shaping:** https://youtu.be/e-xNthbI8Lc **USE PROMO CODES:** **310** - to get 10% off for 3x patterns **515** - to get 15% off for 5x patterns Subscribe for [**Newsletter**][1] Visit my [**Blog**][2] Follow me on [**Instagram**][3] or [**Facebook**][4] **DESIGN OVERVIEW:** This effortlessly chic short-sleeve top is crafted in breathable cotton yarn, offering comfort with a touch of texture. The front features a beautifully structured basket stitch, while the back and sleeves contrast in smooth stockinette for a clean silhouette. Finished with simple ribbing at the neckline, cuffs, and hem, the top boasts a classic round neck and relaxed fit with 7 - 15 cm of positive ease. Its timeless length and subtle detailing make it a versatile staple for everyday wear. Back, front and sleeves of top are knitted separately on straight needles. After shoulder seams are seamed, the stitches are picked up for neck band and neck band is knitted in the round. **FINISHED MEASUREMENTS XS (S; M; L) XL; 2XL; 3XL:** Chest: 86.5 (91; 103; 113) 126; 136; 146 cm / 34⅞ (35⅞; 40½; 44½) 49⅝; 53½; 57½ inches Length to shoulder: 43(45; 46; 46) 47; 48; 48 cm/17(17¾; 18⅛; 18⅛) 18½; 19; 19 inches **TOOLS & MATERIALS REQUIRED:** Yarn requirements for adult sizes: 4(4; 5; 5; 6) 6; 7; 8 x 50 g skeins of cotton yarn Yarn requirements for children sizes: 2(3; 3; 3; 3) 3; 4; 4 x 50 g skeins of cotton yarn Knitting needles size US2½ (3.0 mm) Knitting needles US4 (3.5 mm) Circular needle size US2½ (3.0 mm) x 50 cm Knitters needle or crochet hook Stitch markers **TYPE OF YARN:** Sport/ 5-ply **YARN LENGTH:** 180 yds (165 m) in 50 g skein [1]: https://patternnews.vitalinacraft.com/subscription/form [2]: http://vitalinacraft.blogspot.co.uk/ [3]: https://www.instagram.com/vitalinacraft/?hl=en [4]: https://www.facebook.com/Vitalina-Craft-573100862762917/