About this Pattern
Sakura Camisole is a feminine and lightweight top designed by Dorte Bak Knitting, suitable both as a summer top and as a slipover worn over a shirt or dress. The design is characterized by the delicate Sakura pattern that runs elegantly up the sides and shapes beautifully around the armholes. This gives the top a decorative yet calm expression, making it suitable for both everyday wear and more refined occasions.
The top is knitted from the bottom up and begins with a double rib that provides an elastic and well-shaped edge. The work is initially knitted flat to create a small slit on each side of the ribbing, after which it is joined and worked in the round. The body is primarily knitted in stockinette stitch, while the Sakura pattern forms side panels that continue into the armholes. The construction is thoughtful and provides a flattering fit with a lightly feminine silhouette.
Sakura Camisole is available in sizes (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL.
The finished bust circumference is (84) 88 (94) 98 (108) 121 (126) 135 cm,
and the length measured from the back neck is (50) 52 (56) 57 (60) 64 (66) 69 cm.
A recommended ease of 0–2 cm allows for either a close-fitting or more relaxed look.
The top is knitted on 3 mm and 3.5 mm circular needles, and a 4 mm crochet hook is used for the finishing crochet edging at the armholes.
Gauge is 23 sts x 36 rows = 10 x 10 cm in stockinette on 3.5 mm needles, measured after soaking and blocking.
The pattern is suitable for several yarn options. It can be knitted in Landlust Sommerseide from Lana Grossa with a yarn usage of (150) 150 (150–200) 200 (200–250) 250–300 (300) 300–350 g.
Alternatively, it can be worked in hand-dyed Alpaca Blend DK from Wool Collective with a usage of (100–150) 150 (150–200) 200–250 (250–300) 300 (300) 300 g.
It may also be knitted in Trio from Isager held double, with a usage of (150) 150 (150–200) 200 (250) 300 (300–350) 350 g.
Yardage varies depending on yarn choice but typically ranges between 170 and 350 m per 50 g.
The shoulders are joined using Kitchener stitch, and the project is finished with a decorative crocheted edging around the armholes, giving a beautiful and professional finish. Sakura Camisole is a refined and elegant knitting project that combines classic construction with delicate detailing.
