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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.
Summer is here…
Light, airy, and made for days when you want to feel good in what you wear.
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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.
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Size chart • Gauge • Technical details
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