Laura Zukaite’s strikingly shaped batwing top is all about the drama. The back and front are worked identically. The center panel is knit first in k2, p2 rib; side panels are picked up and worked in a narrower rib. The purples and grays of Kiri colorway #7 accentuate the garment’s angular nature, including the deep shoulder shaping worked to achieve the batwing sleeves. The ribbed neck and lower edge, as well as seaming at the waistband, counterbalance the wide, airy sleeves. Craft: Knitting Designer: Laura Zukaite Skill: Beginner Sizes: Sized for Small (Medium, Large). Finished Measurements: Waist 34 (36, 38)in/86 (91.5, 96.5)cm. Length 20½ (21, 21½)in/52 (53, 54.5)cm. Yarn: 3 (4, 4) x 100g hanks of Noro Kiri in #07. One pair size US 6/4mm needles. One pair size US 7/4.5mm needles or size to obtain guage. One size US 6/4mm circular needle, 24in/60cm long. Stitch holders. Note: For best results, the editor recommends using LYKKE needles and hooks. Gauges: 17 sts and 22 rows = 4in/10cm over k2, p2 rib, after blocking, using larger needles. 18 sts and 24 rows = 4in/10cm over k1, p1 rib, after blocking, using larger needles.
