Polka dots are a classic pattern that never goes out of style. The dots add a touch of whimsy and are a fun way to add some personality to your summer outfits without compromising on elegance.
This raglan sweater tee is worked in the round, from the top down using basic knit and purl skills for the textured dots. It calls for worsted weight cotton yarn and it is seamless. The sleeves are worked as you work the yoke. No need to fear being stuck on sleeve island.
Skill level: Advanced beginner
Pattern sizes:
XS (S, M, L, XL) (2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL)
28-30” (32-34, 36-38, 40-42, 44-46) (48-50, 52-54, 56-58, 60-62) inches bust.
70-75 (80-85, 90-95, 100-105, 110-115) (120-125, 130-135, 140-145, 150-155) cm bust.
The recommended yarn for this garment is cotton and since cotton tends to stretch over time, the finished measurements for chest have 0 - 2” / 1.2 - 5 cm of positive ease:
29.5 (33.75, 38, 42, 46.25) (50.5, 54.75, 59, 63.25) inches.
74 (84.5, 95, 105, 115.5) (126.5, 137, 147.5, 158) cm.
Needle size:
Circular needles 4.5 mm / US 7
Yardage required:
557 (652, 750, 847, 961) (1060, 1196, 1301, 1408) yards
509 (596, 686, 774, 879) (969, 1094, 1190, 1287) metres
If using Lion Brand Pima Cotton Yarn as per sample in pattern, you will need:
3 (4, 5, 5, 6) (6, 7, 7, 8) skeins.
It is available as a knit kit from Lion Brand. You would get all the yarn required for your size of interest, along with the complimentary pattern. To purchase the kit, please use my affiliate link here. Please note that I receive a small commission without any additional cost to you.
Polka Dot Tee is a summer essential. It is a simple top-down raglan project that is suitable for a garment newbie. If you do not like to be stuck on sleeve island, this project is for you! You knit your short sleeves as you go!
Happy Knitting xo
