The Tie Top - English
The Tie Top - English
The Tie Top is a lovely and simple top with ties. A big sister to The Tie Bra, this top also in the same way gives the option for adjusting its fit individually, in order to fit all different body types and needs.
The Tie Top is worked sideways, starting with the back piece under the left arm, over the chest, and finishing on the right side of the back.
We imagine The Tie Top being worn in the summer with a pair of high-waisted jeans on the dance floor, or underneath a thin shirt in the colder months.
Yarn
nakedknit Cashmere 170: 100g (125g) 125g (150g) 150g
Meterage: 170m/25g
or
Lang Yarns Cashmere Lace: 100g (125g) 125g (150g) 150g
Meterage: 165m/25g
Gauge
Gauge in stockinette with 2.5 mm needles: 10 x 10cm = 32 sts x 48 rows
About the sizes
The amount of yarn given above is for sizes S (M) L (XL) XXL (XXXL). The top is worked according to your own measurements, though, so it is better to purchase one more skein of yarn than not enough, since the amount of yarn can vary based on how much you wish your chest to be covered.
Needles and notions
- 1 circular needle (80 cm) or 2 ordinary knitting needles (2.5 mm)
- 2 DPN’s (2.5 mm)
- 2 stitch holders
- Measuring tape
- Safety pin
- Scissors
- Darning needle
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Frequently asked questions
How does the individual sizing work?
This differs from pattern to pattern, but oftentimes we ask you to measure underneath your bust and across your bust. Then we offer a calculation based on the knitting tension and this in turn tells you e.g. how many stitches you should cast on for your band.
Other times, it’s measuring the cups to your body and stopping when you feel they give the coverage you prefer. For some of our patterns we have created an Excel sheet where you simply type in your measurements and it provides you with the amount of stitches, cast-ons ect. Going forward we will optimise this and add it to more patterns.
Can I knit in other types of yarn than cashmere?
Of course you can!
We recommend cashmere because while researching many different yarn types, cashmere was the yarn that was the softest against the skin for the longest duration of time. Also cashmere on small needles tends to give a more tight knitted, elegant look, that we feel are perfect for our designs.But as long as you match the knitting tension to whatever yarn you are using, you can use whatever yarn you want.
How much support do your bras give?
The bras give the same support as a soft, wireless bra. However there are no strap adjustments in the patterns yet, so we generally recommend you knit the straps 5-10 cm shorter than you normally would, so they can ease.
I have a bigger bust, will your bras work for me?
Our bras are meant as a soft, wireless alternative to regular bras. If you need more support for your bust than a soft bra can give you, we suggest you wear a regular bra underneath your nakedknit bra.