Lolita Strap Top Pattern - Download

Disclaimer:
The Lolita Strap Top Pattern has been released, including sizes XS, 2XL, 4XL and 5XL; however, these sizes have not yet been fully tested. We’re currently still looking for test knitters, if you're interested, sign up here. 

If you’d prefer to knit the pattern in sizes XS, 2XL, 4XL and 5XL without joining the test knit, feel free to reach out at contact@qingfibre.com. We recognise this is an important issue and are actively working to ensure all sizes are thoroughly tested and accurate.

The Pattern

This beautiful airy summer top is a perfect sunny day staple. Look fantastic laying on the beach, having iced coffee at the local cafe, walking through a blossoming park or standing in the ice cream van queue. 

The eye-catching top is knit with our Teddy and Veranita bases, giving the top portion ample coverage, but leaving the honey-comb lace flowy and lacy. 

Skill level: Beginner to Intermediate

Construction Method

Lolita Strap Top is worked top down. It begins with one front strap and a little front neckline shaping, stitches are then placed on hold and a second strap worked for the other side. The two pieces are then joined at the front with additional cast-on stitches to complete the front neckline. The bodice is continued with bust and underarm shaping then stitches are placed on hold. Stitches are cast on for a back strap and shaped for one side of the back. Stitches are put on hold and a second back strap worked for the other side. The back and front pieces are then joined and worked in the round for the rest of the bodice. The lower body is then worked in contrasting yarn in an open-honeycomb lace stitch. Lastly, straps are adjusted to the desired length and the front and back straps joined at the shoulders.

Materials & Sizing

Our suggested bases for this pattern are Teddy and Veranita, read our blog for more information here.

XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL) 5XL - see schematics in photos

Sample

MC: QF Teddy (100% Merino Boucle 220m / 240 yrd - 100g skein)
CC: QF Veranita (79% Supreme Fluffy Cashmere, 21% Silk, 300m per 25g skein)

For size M sample; total weight 46g
1 skein of teddy - A - (38g used)
1 skeins of veranita tea - B - (8g used)

Needles

5.5mm (US 9) circular needles

8mm (US 11) circular needles

Notions

2x stitch markers

Scrap yarn or stitch holder

Scrap yarn for provisional cast on