Specifications
| Brand: | Tahki Yarns |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Designer: | Rosemary Drysdale |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Techniques and Construction: | Seamed, Worked Flat |
Product Description
Tahki Yarns Tobay Top & Captree Shawl/Scarf Pattern Summary
Tobay Top Overview
The Tobay Top is a knitted garment designed by Rosemary Drysdale, available in six sizes ranging from Small to 3X. This classic pullover sweater features bust measurements from 38 inches (96.5 cm) to 58 inches (147.5 cm), with lengths varying from 21 inches (53.5 cm) to 23.5 inches (59.5 cm). The top is constructed using mercerized cotton yarn, specifically Tahki Yarns MALIBU in color #04 grey, which provides a lightweight and breathable fabric ideal for warm-weather wear.
Tobay Top Construction Techniques
The Tobay Top employs seamed construction with pieces worked flat on straight needles. This traditional approach allows knitters to work individual pattern pieces separately before assembling them together, making the project more manageable and easier to customize for fit. The garment uses size 10 (6mm) needles for the main body and a size 9 (5.5mm) circular needle for the neckband finishing.
Tobay Top Stitches and Stitch Patterns
The Tobay Top incorporates multiple stitch techniques to create visual interest and structure:
- Garter Stitch: A fundamental knitting stitch created by knitting every row on both right-side and wrong-side rows. This produces a textured, reversible fabric with horizontal ridges.
- Elongated Garter Stitch: An advanced variation of garter stitch that creates a more open, draped fabric. This stitch is worked by knitting one row while wrapping the yarn twice around the needle for each stitch, then dropping the extra wraps on the following row before returning to standard garter stitch rows. This technique is repeated across six rows to create the elongated effect.
- K2, P2 Rib: A ribbed pattern alternating two knit stitches with two purl stitches. Ribbing provides elasticity and is commonly used for cuffs, waistbands, and neckbands to create a fitted, flexible edge.
- Stockinette Stitch: The most common knitting stitch, created by knitting on right-side rows and purling on wrong-side rows. This produces a smooth, flat fabric with characteristic V-shaped stitches on the front.
Tobay Top Materials
The Tobay Top requires 5 to 8 balls of Tahki Yarns MALIBU, a 100% mercerized cotton yarn. Each ball contains 1.75 ounces (50 grams) of yarn with 169 yards (155 meters) of yardage. Mercerized cotton is a processed form of cotton that has been treated to increase its luster, strength, and dye affinity, making it an excellent choice for garments requiring durability and a refined appearance. The pattern specifies size 10 (6mm) needles for the main fabric and size 9 (5.5mm) circular needles for the neckband, along with standard finishing tools including stitch holders, stitch markers, and a yarn needle for weaving in ends.
Captree Shawl/Scarf Overview
The Captree Shawl/Scarf is a companion design included in this pattern set, offering a versatile accessory that complements the Tobay Top. This rectangular shawl measures 10 inches (25.5 cm) in width and 49 inches (124.5 cm) in length, making it suitable for wearing as either a traditional shawl or a longer scarf. The Captree is constructed from the same Tahki Yarns MALIBU mercerized cotton in color #04 grey, creating a coordinated set.
Captree Shawl/Scarf Construction Techniques
The Captree Shawl/Scarf is worked flat on straight needles, meaning it is knitted back and forth in rows rather than in the round. This straightforward construction method makes it an accessible project for knitters of various skill levels. The piece is worked as a single rectangular panel from cast-on to bind-off, requiring no seaming or assembly.
Captree Shawl/Scarf Stitches and Stitch Patterns
The Captree Shawl/Scarf features a structured design using three distinct stitch patterns:
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