Yama Tee

Yama Tee by Annie Haas

What is Being Made

The Yama Tee is a top-down knitted t-shirt designed by Annie Haas of This.bird.knits Designs. This dainty, versatile garment is constructed from the neckline downward and features a fitted silhouette that can be dressed up or down. The pattern is available in five sizes: XS, S, M, L, and XL, with finished bust circumferences ranging from 49 inches to 71.5 inches. The design is intended to be worn with 5 to 20 inches of positive ease, allowing for customization based on desired fit and styling preference.

Knitting Techniques Used

The Yama Tee employs fundamental top-down construction, a popular technique for seamless garments. The majority of the garment is worked in stockinette stitch in the round, which creates a smooth, classic fabric perfect for beginners. The pattern incorporates a pretty lace detail on the sleeves, adding visual interest and an elegant touch to an otherwise straightforward design. This combination of mindless stockinette with decorative lace elements makes the project engaging without being overly complex, making it an ideal quick knit for crafters seeking a satisfying project that doesn't require constant pattern concentration.

Stitches and Stitch Details

• Stockinette stitch in the round as the primary stitch throughout the body and sleeves
• Lace stitch pattern featured on the sleeves for decorative detail

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Yama Tee is designed to be knitted with Yama Yarn Merino Singles, a 4-ply weight yarn. Each skein provides 100 grams and 394 yards of yardage. The pattern requires less than 2 skeins for the smallest size (XS) up to 3 skeins for larger sizes, with total yardage requirements ranging from approximately 600 yards for size XS to 820 yards for size XL, though the pattern notes approximately 1100 yards total for reference. The sample shown was knitted in the Silver Wolf colorway in size XS.

Needles and Additional Tools

• US Size 7 (4.5 mm) circular needles with a minimum 20-inch cord
• US Size 8 (5.0 mm) circular needles with a minimum 20-inch cord
• Stitch marker for tracking rounds
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• Waste yarn or spare needles to hold live sleeve stitches during construction

Difficulty Level

The Yama Tee is classified as a beginner-friendly pattern. The straightforward top-down construction combined with large sections of stockinette stitch makes this an accessible project for knitters new to garment construction. While the lace detail on the sleeves adds a touch of sophistication, the overall pattern complexity remains manageable for those building their skills.