Sephia top is inspired by the beautiful sepia shells that stem from octopuses. The top is worked in a chunky cotton yarn which, with its textured look, underlines the sensation of summer, beach and ocean. The fit is loose and boxy, perfect for a relaxed pair of jeans or over a summer skirt.
CONSTRUCTION
Sephia top is worked flat in one piece, beginning with the hem on the back. You knit until you reach the armholes/ upper body where you create drop sts. Then, you knit the front. You can either seam the sides together at the end or join them using a button for a vest-inspired look. Both options are described in the pattern.
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY
The top is of medium difficulty.
SIZES
1 (2) 3 (4) 5
Circumference under armhole: approx. 100 (110) 120 (130) 140 cm / 39 (43) 47 (51) 55”
Length from top of shoulder to hem: approx. 48 (48) 48 (50) 55 cm / 19 (19) 19 (19.7) 21.6”
If you wish to make it longer, you will need more yarn than stated here.
The model in the photos measures 79 cm / 31” across the chest and is wearing a size 1, giving her a positive ease of 21 cm / 8”. The recommended positive ease is 10-25 cm / 4-10” depending on the fit and look you prefer.
YARN AND GAUGE
1 strand of Cotton Waves from Gepard Yarn.
8 (10) 12 (14) 16 balls / 400 (500) 600 (700) 800 g Cotton waves (10% linen, 90% cotton, 50 g = 60 m)
Note: the top is shown here in col. 102, RAW WHITE with toggles for buttons.
Gauge: 16 sts x 30 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 4” on a 4.5 mm / US 7 needle in garter st.
Suggested needles
4.5 mm / US 7 cable needle (60-80 cm / 24-32”)
3.5 mm / US 4 (60 cm / 24”)
Additionally (optional):
2 buttons
