Instructions Bacca Top
Emma Maier
For this project, you will need:
Product details:
Needle size: 3.5mm
Gauge: 18 = 10 cm
The Bacca Top with embroidered fruits is worked from the top down. The design is by Emma Maier. Instagram @emmas.knits
• Sizes:
XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL)
• Bust circumference:
75 (85) 95 (105) 115 (125) 135 (145) cm / 30 (34) 38 (42) 46 (50) 54 (58)''
• Bust circumference of top:
70 (80) 90 (100) 110 (120) 130 (140) cm / 28 (32) 36 (40) 44 (48) 52 (56)''
• Negative Ease:
5 cm / 2''
• Needles:
3.5 mm (US 4) circular needles
or the needle size to achieve gauge.
• Gauge:
23 sts x 28 rows = 10 cm x 10 cm / 4 x 4'' in stockinette stitch on 3.5 mm (US 4) needles
• Yarn:
BC Garn Alba
• Yarn quantity:
150 (150) 150 (200) 200 (250) 250 (250) g
This quantity is sufficient for a fitted version that reaches the navel. If you want to lengthen the top, add one extra skein per size.
The collar of the Bacca Top is folded over and finished with an i-cord edge to give the top stability. The front and back are joined in the round, and the length of the top can be adjusted as desired. Finally, fruits are embroidered as desired. Instructions for 7 fruits are included: watermelon, peach, strawberry, cherry, apple, lemon, and orange.
If you would like to knit this top, you can purchase the pattern from the designer's Ravelry Store and order the matching yarn from us online.