Find your next favorite project.
A summer top that almost knits itself – light, relaxed, and finished with a detail that makes all the difference.
A touch of summer on your shoulders – light, flowing, and full of vibrant colors that instantly catch the eye.
Maybe your next favorite piece is already here – modern, wearable, and with that special something.
Your next favorite piece might already be here—modern, wearable, and with a special touch.
For you. For your everyday life. For your very own feeling.
Knit Top MonteNegro #1
A lightweight summer knit top with delicate lace detail at the shoulders – feminine, airy and perfect for warm days.
The knitting pattern for the MonteNegro #1 summer top shows step by step how to knit this light and elegant knit top yourself – including gauge, size chart and detailed instructions for sizes S to XL.
The pattern is now also available on stricken-im-trend.com.
On the product page you will also find:
Size chart • Gauge • Technical details
✨ Already sold over 1,000 times on craft platforms
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Everything is perfect!
The chart is very easy to follow – I would definitely recommend this pattern.
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Beautiful!
A very detailed and well-written pattern. It's a pleasure to work with.
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"DK, Fingering, Aran …" – if you read knitting or crochet patterns from around the world, you'll quickly stumble over these terms. Add gauge instructions that never seem to match, and confusion is complete. But don't worry: yarn weight = thickness + yardage + gauge + needle size. Once you understand this combination, you're safe.
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