Crack open your assumptions about what a “basic tee” pattern should be. 

Our kit includes:

• Yarn: Pascuali Sole (Sport; 90% Pima Cotton, 10% Cashmere); 153 yds/ 140m/50g
• 40" to 44" - 4 balls
• 48" to 56" - 5 balls
• 60" to 64" - 6 balls
• 68" to 72"  - 7 balls

• Optional Pattern: Digital copy (via Ravelry); provide your Ravelry username or email address to receive your pattern.

• You have the option to add extra balls for length; we recommend this for sizes 52" and up if you intend to knit your rift longer than the design specifies.

Pattern Details

Sizing
(40, 44, 48) [52, 56, 60] {64, 68, 72} inches
(102, 112, 122) [132, 142, 152] {163, 173, 183} cm

RIFT is designed to be worn with 6-12” of ease; however, to get the fit represented in the pattern sizes, folks at the smaller end of the size range may prefer less ease (6-9”) and folks at the higher end may prefer more ease (9-12”).

Sample Shown: Size 52" (which includes 10" of ease).  Color shown is Ocean (43)

Construction
This lightweight, bottom-up knit includes instructions for two necklines, optional bust darts, short or long sleeves, and a custom fit bicep. The design features a slightly cropped body and a split high-low hem in twisted rib, giving it enough detailing to be interesting while maintaining a timeless simplicity.

Gauge (blocked)
16 sts and 20 rows over 4” in stockinette stitch

Suggested Needles
US 8 (5 mm) 32” (sizes 34-46) or 40” (sizes 50-66) circular; DPNs for sleeves if not using magic loop
Extra needle in similar size or smaller than project needle for 3-needle bind-off

About the yarn: This kit features the perfect yarn for the warm weather months, Pascuali's Sole. This yarn base is 90% Pima Cotton, 10% Cashmere, giving you all the light coolness of cotton, yet with the delicious feel and drape that cashmere yields. All comfort, no sacrifice. If you are interested in knitting a rift for the colder months, you can find the perfect Fall, Winter kit HERE.