The Derby Tee
A timeless tee with graceful details that transitions effortlessly from everyday wear to special occasions.
The Derby Tee is available in both sleeveless and short sleeve versions, each featuring a flattering horseshoe neckline and delicate ruffled edging. Dress it up for an afternoon at the races or pair it with your favorite jeans for an effortlessly polished look.
You'll Love This Pattern If You Enjoy:
Classic wardrobe staples with feminine details
Elegant finishing techniques
Lightweight fingering-weight garments
Having both sleeveless and short sleeve options
Knitting pieces you'll wear for years
Pattern Details
Skill Level: Intermediate
Construction: Worked from the bottom up in the round to the armholes, then worked flat for the front and back before the shoulders are joined. Sleeves are picked up and shaped with short rows.
Techniques Used:
Bottom-up construction
Knitting in the round
Short rows
Three-needle bind-off
I-cord edging
Picked-up sleeves
Optional crochet phony seam
Yarn:
Fingering weight yarn
Designed for both sleeveless and short sleeve versions with contrasting edging.
Needle Size:
US 2 (2.75 mm) circular needles for ribbing and edging
US 4 (3.5 mm) circular needles for body and sleeves
Optional US E/4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook for the phony seam
Gauge:
26 stitches × 32 rows = 4" (10 cm) in Stockinette Stitch after blocking
Sizing:Finished chest measurements:
32 (36, 40, 44, 48) (52, 56, 60, 64)"
81 (91, 102, 112, 122) (132, 142, 152, 163) cm
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Patterns are for personal use. Finished items made from this pattern may be sold in small quantities with credit to Kimberly McAlindin as the designer.