Elixir Top

A dash of lace, a sprinkle of tweed, and a touch of fanciful fringe are the key ingredients in Elixir. This lively spring and summer top is knit in eco-friendly Bella Tweed for a piece that’s beautiful, breathable, and sustainable. Primarily worked in soothing Stockinette, the upper body is adorned with elegant eyelets while mini fringes playfully trim the armholes and hem. **SKILL** Knitting **DIFFICULTY** Easy **SIZES** Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, 1X) (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X) Shown in Medium size with approx. 4¼” of positive ease **FINISHED MEASUREMENTS** Chest Circumference: 30 (34, 38¼, 42½, 46¾) (51, 55¼, 59¼, 63½)” Length: 21 (21½, 22, 23, 23½) (24, 25, 25½, 25½)” **MATERIALS** [**Universal Yarn** *Bella Tweed*][1] (95% cotton (62% - 75% recycled), 5% other fibers; 50g/109 yds) • 110 Conserve – 5 (6, 7, 7, 8) (9, 10, 11, 12) balls Needle: US Size 7 (4.5 mm) straight (or your preferred needle for knitting flat) or size needed to obtain gauge US Size 6 (4 mm) straight (or your preferred needle for knitting flat), 16” circular, and set of DPNs (or your preferred needle for knitting small circumferences) Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch marker, removable stitch markers, stitch holders or waste yarn, crochet hook **GAUGE** 19 sts x 24 rows = 4” in Stockinette stitch (St st) on larger ndl after blocking Save time, check your gauge. **PATTERN NOTES** This top is knit flat in pieces from the bottom up and seamed. Stitches for the neckband are picked up and worked in the round. Please note that Size Large is written to make the most of 7 balls of Bella Tweed. You may need to unravel your swatch to use in the final piece, or you may wish to purchase an extra ball as insurance. [1]: https://universalyarn.com/products/bellatweed