Sunset Glow tee

Sunset Glow Tee by Blage Crochet Design

What is Being Made

The Sunset Glow tee is a crocheted short-sleeved top designed by Blage Crochet Design. This garment features a classic fit with positive ease and is available in six sizes ranging from Small through 3X-Large. The tee is crafted to showcase bold, bright color changes that transition throughout the piece, creating a visually striking fashion garment ideal for warm summer wear.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

This pattern utilizes a ripple stitch as its primary design element. The ripple pattern is a classic crochet technique that creates undulating waves across the fabric, working up quickly while producing an eye-catching visual effect. The pattern is worked using double crochet stitches, which is a fundamental crochet stitch that provides good drape and structure for a wearable garment. The ripple construction allows for the stunning color transitions to become a focal point of the design, with the yarn color changes creating natural visual interest as the waves develop.

Skill Level and Construction

Rated as a beginner-level project, the Sunset Glow tee is accessible to crocheters new to garment construction. The straightforward ripple pattern repeats make it an ideal project for building confidence in following crochet patterns while creating a finished, wearable piece. The pattern works up efficiently due to the nature of the ripple stitch, making this an excellent choice for crafters seeking quick results.

Materials Required

This pattern calls for Katia Harmonia yarn, a 100% cotton yarn available in 5 oz. (150g) cakes with 590 yards (540 meters) per cake. The yardage required varies by size: Small and Medium require 2 cakes each, Large and Extra-Large require 3 cakes each, while 2X-Large and 3X-Large require 4 cakes each. The yarn is a 4-ply weight, providing a lightweight, breathable fabric suitable for summer garments.

A US G/6 (4 mm) crochet hook is used to work this pattern. The specified gauge is 20 double crochet stitches and 10 rows measuring 4 x 4 inches (10 x 10 centimeters). Crocheters are advised to check their gauge and adjust hook size as necessary to achieve the correct tension and finished measurements indicated in the pattern schematic.

Sizing and Fit

The Sunset Glow tee is offered in six sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2X, and 3X. The garment features a classic fit with some positive ease, meaning it is designed to fit slightly larger than body measurements for comfortable wear. Finished measurements are provided in the pattern schematic to guide size selection.