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Vivien top knitting pattern

Vivien top knitting pattern

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The Vivien Top is a gentle introduction to V-neck construction, designed for beginners. It’s worked in simple stockinette stitch, framed by broken rib edges.
It proves that even the most basic stitches can create something stylish and feminine — yes, even without lace, and yes, even if you’re new to garment knitting.

And if you’ve ever said, “I want to knit and actually wear my handknits,” this is exactly the kind of piece that will find its place in your everyday wardrobe.

 

SKILL LEVEL: 

 Don't worry if you're new to garment knitting. All of my patterns are designed with adventurous beginners in mind. As long as you're comfortable with the knit and purl stitches and have tackled projects like scarves or hats, you have the skills to create this top. 

Plus, I've filmed a helpful video tutorial to guide you through each step and boost your confidence!

 

METHOD:

Vivien top is knit from the top down, beginning with the shoulder straps.
Each back strap is worked flat and shaped with increases along the neckline and armhole.The armhole features a built-in broken rib edge. After joining both back pieces, the same steps are repeated for the front.
Once the front and back are complete, they are joined at the underarm, and the body is worked in the round. The top is finished with 1x1 ribbing and seamed at the shoulders.

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11 SIZES: XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL. Check out the chart on the photo to help you decide which size to choose.

This top is designed with approximately 4 cm / 1.5 in of negative ease to 4 cm / 1.5 in of positive ease.
I am wearing size M (yellow), size S (rose), and is 168 cm / 5'6" tall with a 90 cm / 35.5 in bust circumference.

♥ YARN .
Sample 1 was worked in Drops “Belle” yarn (53% Cotton, 33% Viscose, 14% Linen), 8 ply / DK/ worsted, 50 g/ 120 m or 1.8 oz/131 yards per skein, color 21 - Almond Rose).

Sample 2, shown in the tutorial, was worked in Svarta Fåret “Cecille” yarn (53% cotton, 33% viscose, 14% linen) 50 g/ 110 m or 1.8 oz/120 yards per skein, color 285034 - Yellow Hay).

You will need*: 4-4-5-5-5-6-6-7-7-8-8 - 50 grams/1.8 oz skeins for your size in Drops “Belle”.

Or 475(XXS) -510(XS) -575(S) -630(M) -650(L) -745(XL) -785(2XL) -875(3XL) -915(4XL) -1010(5XL) -1048(6XL) yards.

♥ NEEDLES:
For ribbing: 3.5 mm (US 4) circular needles in 40 cm (16 inches) and 80 or 100 cm (31 or 40 inches).
For the body: 4 mm (US 6) circular needles in 60, 80, or 100 cm (24, 31, or 40 inches).

Alternatively, you can use the Magic Loop technique and work with one needle length of 80-100 cm (31-40 inches).

♥ GAUGE is 20 sts × 30 rows = 10 × 10 cm (4 × 4 inches) in stockinette stitch, on 4 mm (US 6) needles after blocking.

TAPESTRY NEEDLE: for weaving in ends.
STITCH MARKERS: to mark key sections.

PATTERN. Instant download PDF file in both cm and inches.

Your First V-Neck Top That Makes You Feel Stylish and Feminine 🌺 (Tutorial for beginners)

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Please note that while you're free to sell hand-knit items made using our patterns, proper credit must be given to the designer. However, sharing or selling the pattern itself, digitally or in print, is strictly prohibited.

Once your purchase is complete, you'll receive an instant digital download link. No physical items will be shipped, ensuring a convenient and eco-friendly experience.

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Etsy customer

Perfect she is very professional and sweet loved 🥰 t i bought her other pattern

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Etsy customer

Great service and I will definitely buy again.

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Etsy customer

I have already knit the top half (and I just bought this pattern) and it went fairly smoothly and quickly. Because of the ribbing its quick to find your spot. The instructions are clear and easy to understand. I usually knit v-necks bottom up but this was so problem. I think this would lend itself to additional darts and bust shaping if you wanted to add them. I think it would work with lots of different types of yarn too.

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Etsy customer

I haven't tried knitting it, but did watch some of the video on it and it looks straight forward. Looking forward to trying my hand at it.

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Etsy customer

Simple yet beautiful design! The pattern is super easy to follow. Thank you so much for your time and energy you've put into this!

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