As much as I love winter sports and activities, I think my soul is made for summer and sunshine. There’s just something about being outside with the sun shining that makes any day extra joyful, and those days are even better with a cute outfit to suit the weather. I loved being able to test this crop t-shirt pattern, and I hope that others will be able to enjoy this project this summer too!

• 2 & 1/3 skeins of Hobbii Rainbow Bamboo – a sport weight (2) yarn (above: Sky Blue)
• Size 6 (4.00mm) knitting needles (I used Knitter’s Pride 80cm circulars)
• Size 4 (3.50mm) knitting needles (I used Knitter’s Pride 80cm circulars)

Pattern (Size 2) by Claire at Autumn and Indigo

With Claire’s careful eye for detail, she has created another project that is innovative enough to keep you on your toes as a knitter, but classic enough that you can wear the finished product anywhere. I’ve already talked about the cast-on and bind-off techniques that I enjoyed on this project, and the rest of the t-shirt was just smooth sailing.

I will be completely honest and admit that I find this crop too boxy to flatter my body, but this is a personal preference. I think if I had sized down, it might’ve worked a bit better, but I really do love the details on this pattern. For those who like a looser fitting t-shirt, this project would be perfect!

When I was knitting this shirt, I wanted to choose a light weight fibre that would be good for summer, so I decided to use the rest of my bamboo/cotton blend yarn. I didn’t have enough, so I unravelled part of my Hannah Lee Dress, since it unfortunately doesn’t get much wear. I didn’t follow the cardinal rule of soaking the yarn and letting the yarn relax after frogging, so it’s actually VERY noticeable how different fresh and frogged yarn looks when knit in this pattern. I was hoping that I could save it with soaking and blocking, but I haven’t gotten around to it yet. Since I am not 100% in love with this shirt, I will probably end up frogging it too, and I will be sure to let the yarn rest properly next time. Sometimes you knit and fall in love with the finished object, and sometimes you love the process, but have to try again.

Until next time, happy crafting!