This form-fitting sleeveless top is worked in crochet hairpin lace. Worked in one color or in multi-color stripes, this versatile top is not only perfect for a summer’s day, but also for an evening soiree. It makes the perfect layering piece for any time of year. Pair it with Stitch Diva’s Bustle Skirt (pattern available separately) for the ultimate party outfit. Skill level is intermediate.

Create the design for sizes XS (S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X), actual bust 34″ (36″, 38″, 40″, 44″, 48″, 52″), with 1035 (1135, 1200, 1307, 1493, 1688, 1899) yards of DK Weight Yarn. As featured the solid color top is created with 8 (9, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14) skeins of Tilli Tomas Fil de la Mer (70% silk, 30% seacell; 140 yds, 50g) in Natural. The multi color top is created with 308 (327, 346, 365, 404, 442, 481) yards or 3 (3, 3, 3, 3, 4, 4) skeins of Tilli Tomas Fil de la Mer in Burnt Orange, 382 (404, 425, 447, 490, 587, 692) yards or 3 (3, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5) skeins in Gloxinia and 346 (405, 429, 495, 595, 651, 707) yards or 3 (3, 4, 4, 5, 5, 6) skeins in Parchment.

Suggested crochet hook is a US G-6 (4mm) Crochet Hook. You will also need an Adjustable Hairpin Lace Loom, a Tapestry Needle, 12 clip-on markers and 3 (4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 6) beads or buttons, 1/4″ in diameter.