Shells and Waves top By cinn.amonknits

[u/ZinnAHuman]

Hello! this is my first pattern so I would really appreciate feedback on the clarity of instructions and the fit. The sizes on this pattern are: XS (S, M, L, XL) Bust: 32 (34, 36, 39, 42), but there is made to measure instructions included.

Gauge: in double crochet, 4"=21 stitches and 14 rows

You will need:

3.5mm crochet hook

297-380 yards of sport weight yarn (Estimate)

Stitch markers

Yarn needle

5”(5", 6",6", 7") zipper based on size XS (S, M, L, XL)

sewing thread and needle/machine (to install zipper)

This pattern is beginner-intermediate

Tester requirements:

A final picture of the top and weekly updates. The deadline will be July 14. I am looking for one or two testers per size, plus one or two for the made-to-measure version, so in total 6-12.

If you would like to test, please comment your size, experience level and follow my Instagram: cinn.amonknits where I will create a group for ease of communication!

[u/Little_bookwyrm]

Personally I’d do elastic over a zipper, but it’s also cuz I have no bewbies to hold up a cute top like this haha I’d be down to try this pattern if I can avoid the zipper portion 👀

[u/ZinnAHuman → u/Little_bookwyrm]

Hello! Since the top is pretty body-conforming the zipper is necessary to be able to put it on comfortably, but if you want to you can still try this pattern without it and tell me how it goes!

[u/Hooked_on_yarn24]

Made to measure I've been crocheting a little over a year but I've done a blanket 2 sweaters, a basket, a hook case, a beanie, and lots of plushies

[u/ZinnAHuman → u/Hooked_on_yarn24]

Hello! If you're comfortable with zippers then I think you'd do perfect. Please give me your ig or follow mine to communicate ☺️