Product Description
Sunset Glow design like a basic raglan top with a henley slit at the front. And the lace panel on each side beautify the garment. Most of the garment worked flat and seamed later before the ribbing at the end.
It is a perfect pattern for knitters that wanted to learn just a little bit more than a raglan but still in the safety of a raglan. I hope this could explore more of your raglan option.
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Sunset Glow Raglan Top by Sally Yanita
What is Being Made
Sunset Glow is a women's raglan top designed by Sally Yanita, available in sizes XS through XXL. This knitted garment features a distinctive lace panel positioned on the side, creating visual interest and texture variation. The top includes a V-neck-style opening that is actually constructed as a slit with seed stitch edging, giving it a refined and polished finish. The finished measurements range from 82 cm (32 inches) in chest circumference for the XS size to 132 cm (52 inches) for the XXL size, with corresponding length adjustments across the size range.
Construction Techniques
The Sunset Glow top employs a predominantly flat knitting construction method, which allows for easier stitch manipulation and shaping during the knitting process. The front and back panels are knitted separately in flat pieces, then seamed together with the lace panel positioned along the side. This construction approach provides excellent control over the placement and integration of the lace detail. The raglan shaping is incorporated into the design, creating the characteristic diagonal lines that extend from the underarm to the neckline, allowing for comfortable movement and a flattering silhouette.
Stitches and Stitch Details
- Stockinette Stitch: Forms the primary fabric base of the garment, creating a smooth, classic knit surface on the right side
- Seed Stitch: Used to edge the V-neck slit opening, providing a textured, non-rolling border that frames the neckline
- Lace Panel: A decorative lace motif is featured on the side of the top, adding visual complexity and an elegant design element
Gauge and Yarn Weight
The pattern is designed to work with 4-ply and sport weight yarns, which are lightweight options ideal for creating garments with drape and breathability. The specified gauge is 24 stitches and 32 rows over a 10 cm (4-inch) square in stockinette stitch after blocking. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for obtaining the intended finished measurements and proper fit of the garment. Knitters are advised to adjust needle size as needed to match the specified gauge before beginning the project.
Difficulty Level
Sunset Glow is rated as an intermediate-level knitting project. While the basic construction using flat knitting and stockinette stitch is accessible to knitters with foundational skills, the incorporation of lace work, raglan shaping, and the integration of the side lace panel require intermediate-level understanding of stitch manipulation, shaping techniques, and pattern reading. This project is suitable for knitters who have completed several garments and are comfortable working with lace patterns and seaming techniques.
Materials Required
To complete the Sunset Glow top, knitters will need yarn in the 4-ply or sport weight category, with yardage requirements varying by size. Appropriate knitting needles sized to achieve the specified gauge of 24 stitches per 10 cm are necessary. Additional supplies typically include stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and raglan increases, waste yarn or stitch holders for managing live stitches, and a tapestry needle for seaming the front, back, and lace side panels together.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 4 Ply, Sport |
| Pages: | 5 |
| Designer: | Sally Yanita |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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