Breathy Top
Breathy Top - At a glance:
LEVEL: 2-Challenge accepted | ⏰: ~ 30 hours | Method: Flat
Yarn: BKB Merino – 10 oz | Needles: US size 8 (5mm)
The Design:
The Breathy Top by Brooknit Bonneterie is the perfect addition to your wardrobe.
The textured eyelet design makes it breathable and lightweight, perfect for mid-seasons like Spring and Fall or chillier summer nights. The wide-neck opening creates an airy, light style.
The softness of Merino wool makes it ideal for direct contact with your skin. Merino wool's natural thermoregulating and moisture-wicking properties make it very comfortable, even on hot days!
The pattern is written in one size, M. You may adjust to a smaller or larger size based on your personal dimensions and gauge.
Be aware that, especially with the eyelet design, the true sizing will appear after blocking (it will expand!), and we recommend knitting samples and testing before modifying.
Why “Breathy”?
The eyelets create an airy yet perfect texture for handling breezy air.
Pick your favorite color, the one that goes with everything, or a special one that will stand out.
The Process:
Knit it flat in one single piece. Start at the bottom, work up to the shoulders, create the neck opening, and knit the back from the shoulders to the bottom, with increases on the front and decreases on the back to add volume at chest level and shoulder coverage.
The front and back are identical, and you will follow the same directions in reverse (increases/decreases) throughout.
You will only need to seam the sides to close it and define the armholes, to your liking.
It is simple, but it will require enough attention and focus to keep track of your progress and make it entertaining.
Alternatives:
Knitters with a wool stash: if you are only in need of the instructions 📜, you can download the pattern right here!
The Breathy Top is quite a lengthy project (about 30 hours on average). We do not offer hand-knit services for this item.
- 2.5 cakes of yarn (10 oz) to choose from our selection of 100% Merino wool - Superwash - worsted weight.
- Explanations and pattern documents: all the instructions to follow step by step, and QR codes to access video tutorials for specific moves.
- 1 tapestry needle. The small essential for the final step: weaving the ends.
- 5 stitch markers
- 1 marker row counter. So helpful to track your progress.
- 1 Brooknit Bonneterie label to be sewn.
- 1 no-iron fabric label to add the name (ideal to put on the back of the cloth label)
- 1 keepsake card if you gift, or to cherish!
Knitting needles are optional. We have circular needles in aluminum and bamboo, as you prefer.
A - Aluminum - Advanced
B - Bamboo – Beginner
All items are stored in a cotton drawstring bag that can also be used as a wash bag to protect the items in the washing machine.