Crochet Woodburn Tee

The Crochet Woodburn Tee is a delightful addition to anyone's wardrobe! This unique piece combines the comfort of a classic tee with the intricate beauty of crochet detailing, making it a perfect choice for adding a touch of bohemian flair to your everyday style. Whether you're heading to the farmer's market or meeting friends for brunch, the Crochet Woodburn Tee is sure to turn heads and spark compliments. The soft fabric and relaxed fit make it ideal for all-day wear, ensuring you look and feel fabulous wherever you go. Embrace your free spirit and embrace the charm of the Crochet Woodburn Tee - your new favorite go-to piece!

Materials Needed

To make this garment, you’ll need:

• 1. Wool and the Gange XL Cotton (Weight: 6/Super Bulky – 100g/82yds)
• Color A: Light Blue Jeans 2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 4, 4) Balls
• Color B: Oh My Blush 3 (3, 3, 4, 4, 5, 5) Balls
• 2. Size M/N-13 (9mm) Hook (see below)
• 3. Tapestry Needle
• 4. Measuring tape and/or ruler

This is a larger hook size and I’m sure you’re wondering what the heck those letters mean, so here’s the thing. The M/N is because hook makers can’t make up their mind and change hook letters and sizes like crazy. It’s silly. So, this size has TWO letters. The number ’13’ is because it’s corresponding to a number size when the letters got all confusing. My advice is to shop based on the Millimeter size, in this case, 9mm. A quick Amazon search will yield tons of results.

Sizes

• XS (S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL)

Finished Bust Size: 32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56) inches.

To Fit: 30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54)

Finished Length: 22 (22.5, 23, 23.5, 24, 24)” Length

Choose a size that is about 2″ smaller than your actual bust measurement. The best way to find out what size you’ll like it so measure your favorite shirt or sweater. Just keep in mind that crochet doesn’t stretch a whole lot, so if you are bustier you might want to choose a size or two larger.

Gauge: 6.25 Stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches in Tunisian Knit Stitches

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• Ch – chain
• Tss – Tunisian Simple Stitch
• Tks – Tunisian Knit Stitch
• Tps – Tunisian Purl Stitch
• Sl St – Slip Stitch
• St(s) – Stitch(es)

Skill Level

Level 3 – Advanced Beginner

Notes

This top fits true to size. The model shown is 5’4″ tall with a 38″ bust and wearing the size medium.

The pattern is written for size small with other sizes shown within the parenthesis. To make the pattern a bit more easy to follow, simply print it out, highlight your size, and work through the pattern.

Read the pattern from beginning to end first.

Each row of the written pattern accounts for the fwp and retp of that stitch whereas “Tss each stitch across” = work Tts forward pass and return pass before moving on to Row 2.

This top is worked in 2 pieces. 1 each identical front and back panels.

All sizing is fitted and based on the CYC sizing regulations. Use this guide or the measurements above to determine what size range you fall into. Always choose one size up in Tunisian crochet.

Pattern

Front and Back

With A, Ch 50 (56, 62, 68, 74, 80, 86)

*If a longer tee is desired, choose one size up.

Foundation Row: Draw up lp in 2nd ch and in each ch across. Rtn: Yo, draw through 1 lp, *yo, draw through 2 lps; rep from * across.

Return pass (RetP): Yarn over and draw through the first loop on hook, *yarn over and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from * to end, ending with 1 loop on hook.

Return Pass is same throughout.

Row 1: Tps, *Tss, Tps; rep from * across to last st, Tss in last st.

Row 2: *Tss, Tps; rep from * across to last st, Tss in last st.

Rep these two rows once more.

Next Row: Tks in each st across.

Change to Color B, if desired.

Continue in Tks for a further 44 (45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50) rows. If a wider top is desired, simply add more rows until it is your desired width.

Change to Color A.

Next Row: Tks in each st across.

Next Row: *Tss, Tps; rep from * across to last st, Tss in last st.

Next Row: Tps, *Tss, Tps; rep from * across to last st, Tss in last st.

Rep these last two rows once more.

Next Row: Sl st in each st across.

Finish off yarn, weave in all ends.

Finishing

Shoulder Seams

Once finished, you’ll want to turn the work 90 degrees so that Color A will be on the sides of the garment, and the stitches are running horizontally instead of vertically. Beginning at the outside and working your way in, seam the shoulders using a mattress stitch. You’ll need to leave a large enough opening for your head to fit through. This can vary, so try it on and see if you like the way it looks at this point.

Also, as you’ve noticed, the Tunisian knit stitch has a tendency to have a nice edge of stitches and a wonky edge. The wonky edge is often on the right side of the work. Try hiding this near the waistline.

Side Seams

With a spare piece of yarn (about 24-36 inches long), use a mattress stitch to seam up the sides of your cardigan. The ends with Color A will be on the sides of your cardigan.

Leave armholes that measure approximately 7.5 (7.5, 8, 8, 9, 9)”

With Crochet Hook about 2 sizes smaller than that you used in the garment (that would be a K/6.5mm for me) and Color B, single crochet in each stitch around the neckline. Using the same hook and Color A, work 2-3 rounds of single crochet at the hem to finish off the tee and give it a more polished look. This is totally optional but I do love how it looks.

Finish off and weave in the remaining ends.