Lottie top - made using linen cotton The Lottie top is a lightweight summer knitting pattern. It's made holding 2 ends of laceweight yarn together. This top is a minimal, classic design featuring a V-neck and a lace hole trim. Click here to browse our linen cotton shades! Instant download after purchase, no printed copy will be sent. Why choose linen? Any project made with linen will undoubtedly stand the test of time, this is due to the long fibres and tight twist. Linen is breathable, antibacterial and temperature regulating, making it the perfect summer fibre. Pattern details Difficulty: Intermediate Gauge: 22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over stocking (stockinette) stitch on 4mm (US 6) needles, or the size required to give correct tension. Size guide: Size To Fit Chest (cm/in) Circumference at Armhole (cm/in) Total Length (cm/in) XS 71-76 cm / 28-30 in 86 cm / 34 in 53 cm / 21 in S 81-86 cm / 32-34 in 95 cm / 37 in 54 cm / 21.25 in M 91-97 cm / 36-38 in 106 cm / 42 in 55 cm / 21.75 in L 102-107 cm / 40-42 in 117 cm / 46 in 56 cm / 22 in XL 112-117 cm / 44-46 in 126 cm / 49 in 58 cm / 23 in Suggested needles 3.25mm (US 3) straight needles 4mm (US 6) straight needles Yarn requirements 180 - 250g of linen cotton (100g = 580m/ 634 yards). For this pattern you hold two strands together. Our sample is made in shade Natural. Care instructions All our yarns are non-superwash. This means you will need to hand wash your finished projects. Dry flat and do not wring.