{"product_id":"lolita-strap-top-knit-kit-teddy-and-veranita","title":"Lolita Strap Top Knit Kit - Teddy and Veranita","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cb data-stringify-type=\"bold\"\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Lolita Strap Top Pattern has been released, including sizes\u003cstrong\u003e XS, 2XL, 4XL and 5XL\u003c\/strong\u003e; however, these sizes have not yet been fully tested. We’re currently still looking for test knitters, if you're interested, \u003ca class=\"c-link\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/1l9dlKR3t2c09DyHyuiI_nPY3RIH9CzDQiJJ7YDr49_Y\/edit\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/1l9dlKR3t2c09DyHyuiI_nPY3RIH9CzDQiJJ7YDr49_Y\/edit\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esign up here\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eIf you’d prefer to knit the pattern in sizes \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXS, 2XL, 4XL and 5XL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e without joining the test knit, feel free to reach out at \u003ca class=\"c-link\" data-stringify-link=\"mailto:contact@qingfibre.com\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\" aria-haspopup=\"menu\" href=\"mailto:contact@qingfibre.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact@qingfibre.com\u003cspan aria-label=\"(Opens in new tab)\" data-qa=\"opens-in-new-tab\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. We recognise this is an important issue and are actively working to ensure all sizes are thoroughly tested and accurate.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Pattern\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe eye-catching top is knit with our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qingfibre.com\/collections\/teddy-yarn\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTeddy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qingfibre.com\/collections\/veranita-collection\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVeranita \u003c\/a\u003ebases, giving the top portion ample coverage, but leaving the honey-comb lace flowy and lacy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkill level: Beginner to Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConstruction Method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLolita 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Sizing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur suggested bases for this pattern are \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qingfibre.com\/collections\/teddy-yarn\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTeddy \u003c\/a\u003eand \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.qingfibre.com\/collections\/veranita-collection\"\u003eVeranita\u003c\/a\u003e, read our blog for more information \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.qingfibre.com\/blogs\/news\/say-hello-to-the-heligan-dress\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL) 5XL - see schematics in photos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eMC: QF Teddy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e(100% Merino Boucle 220m \/ 240 yrd - 100g skein)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eCC: QF Veranita (79% Supreme Fluffy Cashmere, 21% Silk, 300m per 25g skein)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eFor size M sample; total weight 46g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e1 skein of teddy - A - (38g used)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e1 skeins of veranita tea - B - (8g used)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNeedles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e5.5mm (US 9) circular needles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e8mm (US 11) circular needles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNotions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e2x stitch markers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eScrap yarn or stitch holder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eScrap yarn for provisional cast on\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Qing Fibre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57921698890102,"sku":null,"price":79.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1614\/4273\/files\/9X4A6999.jpg?v=1753352606","url":"https:\/\/www.qingfibre.com\/products\/lolita-strap-top-knit-kit-teddy-and-veranita","provider":"Qing Fibre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}