Tiered Tunic

Tiered Tunic by Annie Lupton

What is Being Made

The Tiered Tunic is a versatile knitted top designed by Annie Lupton for Boho Chic Fiber Co. This garment features a roomy, tiered skirt that transitions into a fitted bust, making it suitable for wearing alone during warmer months or layering throughout fall and winter. The tunic is available in ten different sizes, with finished bust circumferences ranging from 32 inches to 68 inches (81.5 cm to 173 cm), accommodating a wide range of body types.

Construction and Techniques

The Tiered Tunic is knit from the bottom up, a construction method that allows knitters to try on the garment as it grows and easily adjust the length. The tiered design creates visual interest and movement in the skirt portion of the garment. The neckline and armholes are finished with I-cord bind offs, a technique that produces smooth, strong, and durable edges that resist curling and provide a professional-looking final detail.

Stitches Used

This design showcases alternating tiers of two primary stitch patterns:

• Stockinette stitch — the foundational smooth stitch that creates the main fabric of the tunic
• Interrupted garter stitch — a textured variation that breaks up the stockinette sections and adds visual dimension to the tiered skirt

These alternating stitch patterns create a striking visual effect while remaining beginner-friendly to execute.

Materials and Specifications

The Tiered Tunic is designed to be worked in lace-weight yarn, specifically Purl Soho's Cattail Silk. This silk yarn choice makes the tunic breathable and comfortable for warm-weather wear while remaining lightweight enough for layering in cooler seasons.

Needles: Size 3 (3.25 mm) circular needles measuring 32 to 40 inches (81.5 to 101.5 cm), or the size needed to obtain proper gauge. Additional needles of the same size are required for certain techniques.

Gauge: 24 stitches and 28 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch worked in the round and blocked.

Fit: The tunic is designed to fit with 1 to 3 inches (2.5 to 7.5 cm) of positive ease in the bust, providing a comfortable, non-restrictive fit.

Difficulty Level

Rated as a beginner-level project, the Tiered Tunic uses straightforward knitting techniques and stitch patterns that are accessible to newer knitters while remaining engaging for more experienced crafters.