Knitting pattern for summer - Broken Symmetry top

 

Hello fellow knitters!

I am thrilled to share my latest summer design with you all – the Broken Symmetry Top. This stylish and breezy top is perfect for those hot summer days, and it’s a project that you’ll love knitting and wearing.

Inspiration and Design

The Broken Symmetry Top draws inspiration from one of my previous designs, the Seychelles Tee. I loved the lacy stripes formed by elongated stitches in the Seychelles Tee, so I decided to incorporate a similar feature into this new design. However, this time, I wanted to add a twist. Instead of uniform stripes, the Broken Symmetry Top features asymmetrical and randomly ordered lacy stripes, adding an element of surprise and uniqueness to the garment.

The back of the top is knitted in plain stockinette stitch, providing a smooth and simple contrast to the intricate front. The result is a modern and eye-catching piece that will turn heads wherever you go.

Yarn ideas

The Broken Symmetry Top is knitted with DK yarn in a linen and cotton blend. This combination makes the top lightweight, breathable, and perfect for summer wear. Linen and cotton are known for their excellent drape and comfort, ensuring that the top keeps you cool and comfortable even on the warmest days.

My sample is knitted with King Cole Linendale DK yarn in shade Mushroom. 

The yarns include both cotton, linen and viscose fibres and has slightly lose spin, which helps to created beautiful drapery fabric. 

For inspiration and more yarn ideas you can see the project pages from my test knitting team on Ravelry: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/broken-symmetry-top/people 

My favourite yarns for this project are as follow:

1. CotLin by Knit Picks  is 70% cotton and 30% linen blend, which comes in many beautiful shades. It is durable, wearable and soft yarn. 

2. CotLin Bare by Knit Picks is the same cotton linen blend which comes undyed. So you can not only knit yourself a lovely summer garment, but also customize the colour by dying it with plant based or even artificial dye. 

3. BC Garn Alino from Lovecrafts. It is 50% linen and 50% cotton blend with comes in both pastel and bright shades. 

4. King Cole Bamboo-Cotton DK from Lovecrafts. It is 50% bamboo and 50% cotton blend. I used this yarn for both adult and children projects and love the result! 

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Construction and pattern

One of the best features of this design is its "minimum seams" construction. The top is designed to minimize seaming, making it easier and quicker to complete. The boxy silhouette and slightly cropped length add to the casual, yet stylish look of the top. Whether you pair it with high-waisted shorts, a skirt, or your favourite jeans, this top is versatile enough for any summer outing.

Thanks to the medium weight yarn and straightforward construction, the Broken Symmetry Top is a relatively quick project. The top is knitted seamlessly up to underarms and has the photo tutorial for elongated stitches. It is written for wide range of sizes from XS to 3XL

You can knit it up just in time for your next summer holiday! The pattern is suitable for intermediate knitters, but adventurous beginners looking to expand their skills will also enjoy the challenge.

I hope you love the Broken Symmetry Top as much as I do. It’s a fun and rewarding project that results in a stylish, unique garment perfect for the summer season. I can’t wait to see your versions of this top and how you style it for your summer adventures.

Knitting pattern for Broken Symmetry top is available from Ravelry and Lovecrafts

To celebrate the pattern release I happy to offer you 15% off the pattern on Ravelry with code BL15. Offer is valid until 15th of July, 2024.

P.S. Don’t forget to share your finished tops on social media using the hashtag #vitalinacraftdesign. I’d love to see your creations and feature them in my stories!

To see some behind the scene photos you can follow me on Instagram.

You are also welcome to join my Facebook knitting group to share your work and get some help with my patterns.

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Knitting pattern for lacy top – Flaxynet tee

Knitted top in simple lacy stitch is must have for any summer wardrobe. Moreover, what could be better than beautiful linen tee with relaxed fit and stylish look? I am happy to let you know that the knitting pattern for such garment is here – Flaxynet tee!

Design overview

Knitted with simple lacy stitch in linen yarn, the top has an oversized fit, providing a relaxed and comfortable feel. The dropped shoulders add a casual touch to the design. The deep V-neck adds a feminine and flattering element to the garment, while the boxy silhouette allows for freedom of movement and a relaxed, laid-back look. The front of the garment features a garter stitch panel in the centre, adding texture and visual interest to the tee. This panel transforms into the neckband after the neck shaping begins, creating a cohesive and well-finished design.

Yarn choice

Flaxynet tee can be knitted with any sport/5-ply weight yarn. However, for the summer season I would recommend choosing airy plant based materials such as cotton, linen, bamboo as well as their blends. 

My first sample is knitted with Antigone by De Rerum Natura in shade lin. It is French linen yarn, which is available online from the manufacturer as well as from some online stores. The yarn composed of ten strands of combed flax and it is well twisted. It creates smooth, silky and beautiful fabric.

The second top is knitted with Lithuanian linen in bright fuchsia shade by Midwinter Yarns. As it was my second sample, I decided not only knit it in bright not typical colour for my wardrobe but also experiment with yarn weigh. So, this yarn is heavy lace weight yarn which creates much thinner fabric but can be knitted with the same gauge as recommended for this top in the pattern. By the way, I always recommend checking your tension before starting knitting your new project. You can read more about checking knitting gauge here.

My other favourite summer yarns: 

1. Rico Essential cotton DK. It is one of the best cotton yarns I've used for children knits. It is not only budget friendly, but it has really big colours choice as well as many of them so bright and pretty.
2. Ricco Creative Cotton Aran. This yarn is very similar to the previous one, but it comes in Aran weights and great for summer tops (see below info for Talea tee)
3. Cascade Ultra Pima. It comes in 100g skeins and also great for baby knits 
4. Kind Cole Bamboo Cotton blend If you are looking for soft airy yarn, this one is a perfect choice! It creates  perfect summer fabric and would be great for many children and adult garments. It is budget friendly too. 
5. MillaMia Naturally Soft Cotton which comes in Sport weight and would be perfect for both Flaxynet tee and Flaxynet sweater. The colour palette is not so big, but there are many beautiful pastel shades.

For more yarn ideas please see the projects from my test knitting team on Ravelry  - test knitters projects.

Sizes

Knitting pattern for Flaxynet tee is written for wide range of sizes starting from XS through 3XL for chests from 88 cm/ 34⅝ inches up to 157 cm/ 61¾ inches 

Knitting pattern and discount code

Pattern is available from Ravelry and Lovecrafts

To celebrate the pattern release I am happy to offer 15%off with code FL15

Recommended summer knits

A few stylish summer knits I recommend to make this summer

1. Flaxynet sweater. It is made with the same lacy stitch as Flaxynet tee and makes perfect summer sweater for any occasion. Pattern is on Ravelry and Lovecrafts

2. Glamrock tee is stylish summer top with lacy yoke and minimum shaping which can be completed in no time. Pattern on Ravelry and on Lovecrafts

3. Violet coast bolero for your little fashionistas. Pattern on Ravelry and on Lovecrafts

4. Talea tee. Pattern on Ravelry and on Lovecrafts

To see some behind the scene photos you can follow me on Instagram.

You are also welcome to join my Facebook knitting group to share your work and get some help with my patterns.

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Flaxynet Sweater - Pattern release

Introducing the Perfect Summer Layer - Flaxynet Sweater! 

Knitted in linen yarn, this lightweight and breezy piece is here to elevate your summer wardrobe with its comfort, versatility, and stylish design! 

The magic lies in the beautiful lacy stitch pattern, which adds an elegant touch to the overall design. Its simplicity makes it easy to memorize, allowing you to enjoy the rhythmic flow of your knitting needles as you create this stunning piece. Whether you are an experienced knitter or just starting out, this pattern is a joy to work on!

Sweater designed with oversized silhouette, giving you that trendy and relaxed look. The deep V-neck adds a touch of femininity and sophistication, making it a versatile piece that seamlessly transitions from casual daytime adventures to enchanting summer evenings. Layer it over your favourite summer tops or dresses for a chic and cozy look, or wear even over swimsuit while strolling along the beach!

This sample showcases the beauty of linen yarn, but rest assured that this sweater can be equally stunning when knitted with other yarn options such as cotton, bamboo, or even wool. The versatility of the design allows for seamless adaptation to different fiber choices, ensuring that the finished garment will exude charm and style regardless of the yarn selected. So feel free to explore various fiber options and unleash your creativity to create a personalized version of this beautiful sweater.

Knitting pattern is written for wide range sizes with chest measurements: 85(95; 108; 118; 130) 140; 153; 163; 174 cm / 33½ (37¾; 42½; 46½; 51¼) 55⅛; 60¼; 64⅛; 68½ inches.

Knitting pattern for Flaxynet sweater is available from Ravelry. To celebrate the pattern release enjoy 15%-off with code FL15

To see some behind the scene photos you can follow me on Instagram. You are also welcome to join my Facebook knitting group to share your work and get some help with my patterns.

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