{"product_id":"mkst","title":"Minimalist Knit Summer Top Advanced Knitting Pattern","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e“I absolutely love how refined this top looks once finished—the heart cut-out adds such a subtle statement without feeling over the top. The pattern was challenging in a really satisfying way, and the end result feels elegant, modern, and perfect for warm days or special occasions.\u003cspan\u003e\" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Yana S.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMake Yours Now!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Knitting Pattern as a PDF download\u003cstrong\u003e with \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003estep by step instructions, lots of pictures, and helpful tips.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"326\"\u003eThe Minimalist Knit Summer Top Advanced Knitting Pattern \u003cstrong\u003ewalks you through creating a sleek, modern garment featuring a striking heart-shaped cut-out at the centre. Designed for confident knitters\u003c\/strong\u003e, this pattern focuses on clean lines and intentional shaping to produce a lightweight top that feels both refined and expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"326\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/2070\/6455\/files\/imgi_105_il_fullxfull.6227155723_j12l.jpg?v=1768547084\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"328\" data-end=\"666\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the first stitch to the final finish, the pattern provides clear step-by-step instructions, plenty of photos, and helpful tips to guide you\u003c\/strong\u003e through the entire process. Every detail is carefully explained to support advanced techniques, making this an engaging project that rewards your skill with a polished, standout finished piece.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"328\" data-end=\"666\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/2070\/6455\/files\/imgi_108_il_fullxfull.6227155869_6199.jpg?v=1768547085\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo why wait? get yours now, improve your knitting skills and make the perfect gift!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnglish US and UK Terms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe knitting level for this pattern is\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Beginners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003e1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6) (7, 8, 9, 10) detailed below, designed to be worn with 3-5” [7.5-12.5 cm] negative ease.\u003cbr\u003eTo fit bust size: 26-28 (28-30, 32-34, 36-38, 40-42, 44-46) (48-50, 52-54, 56-58, 60-62) in [66-71 (71-76, 81-86, 91-97, 102-107, 112-117) (122-127, 132-137, 142-147, 152-157) cm].\u003cbr\u003eFinished bust: 21 (25, 29, 33, 37, 41) (45, 49, 53, 57) in [53.5, (66, 74, 84, 94, 104.5) (114.5, 124.5, 135, 145) cm] unstretched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials and other details:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eYarn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e443 (504, 567, 637, 701, 775) (845, 910, 990, 1062) yards [404 (460, 518, 582, 640, 707) (771, 831, 904, 970) meters] of worsted- or DK-weight yarn to achieve gauge. You may need more if you are planning to make a longer length tank top, although these yardages already have an extra 10% as buffer. I recommend choosing a fiber that will provide enough elasticity for this style of top, such as a wool or wool\/cotton blend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGauge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e22 sts and 34 rows in stockinette stitch to 4” [10 cm] on US 5 [3.75 mm] needles or needles needed to obtain gauge, after blocking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eNeedles \u0026amp; Notions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-US 5 [3.75 mm] circular needles for working the body, or whatever size needles are needed to achieve gauge as mentioned above. Recommended cable length will vary. I recommend choosing between 16”, 24”, 32”, or 40” needles (depending on your size and preferred method for working in the round).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- US 4 [3.5 mm] circular needles for working the hem and neckline. Recommended cable length will vary, but I recommend choosing a needle with a shorter cable length (closer to 16”) as this needle will only need to span the neckline of the top and other smaller details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- (Optional, but strongly recommended) 20 gauge [0.88 mm] galvanized steel wire to add structure to the heart cut-out. 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