Knitting pattern for Easy Peasy Rose Tee

Here is the pattern for your new light, oversized summer tee featuring wide rib edges and a beautifully defined shoulder line. The Rose Tee is worked on large needles using two strands held together — one strand of Önling No 14, our ultra-soft Lyocell yarn, and one strand of Önling No 21, our classic cotton and linen blend.

The tee is worked in the round from the top down and is a part of our Easy Peasy series. Therefore, the pattern is written in a simple and beginner friendly language - without abbreviations. This digital knitting pattern is a clear knitting pattern for beginners who want to knit their first summer tee. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced knitter, Rose Tee will be a cozy knitting project that you’ll love to wear all summer long.

The pattern is a PDF file. Immediately after purchase you will be able to download the pattern directly from the purchase confirmation page. You will also receive an e-mail with a link to your pattern, and the pattern will be available here at the site via your personal account - so remember to create an account :-) Read more about digital knitting patterns here.

Designed by Katrine Hannibal for Önling.

Sizes: XS(S)M(L)XL(2XL)3XL(4XL)5XL(6XL)

The tee has an oversized fit with approx. 20 cm / 8 inches of positive ease. If you measure 95-100 cm / 37.5-39.5 inches around your bust you should knit a size M, with a bust circumference of 123 cm / 48.5 inches. 

Measurements
Bust circumference: 110(118)123(131)137(145)151(159)165(172) cm / 43.5(46.5)48.5(51.75)54(57.25)59.5(62.75)65(67.75) inches
Length: 53(54)55(56)57(58)59(60)61(62) cm / 21(21.5)21.75(22.25)22.5(23)23.25(23.75)24.25(24.5) inches
Under arm sleeve length: 10 cm / 4 inches

Materials:
Color A: 200(200)250(250)250(250)300(300)300(350) g / 4(4)5(5)5(5)6(6)6(7) balls Önling No 21, 60% cotton, 40% linen, 50 g = approx. 214 yards (195 meters), weight: fingering

Held together with

Color B: 200(200)200(250)250(250)300(300)300(350) g / 4(4)4(5)5(5)6(6)6(7) balls Önling No 14, 100% TENCEL™ Lyocell, 50 g = approx. 127 yards (114 meters), weight: sport

Color C: 150(200)200(200)200(200)200(200)250(250) g / 3(4)4(4)4(4)4(4)5(5) balls Önling No 14, 100% TENCEL™ Lyocell, 50 g = approx. 127 yards (114 meters), weight: sport

You work with two strands held together throughout the entire work. Color A and Color B are held together throughout the body part. Color A and Color C are held together for the ribbing.

Recommended needles
Circular needle 6 mm / US 10, 80 cm / 32 inches
Circular needle 4.5 mm / US 6, 40 and 80 cm / 16 and 32 inches
An extra needle 4.5 mm / US 6 for bind off, alternatively needle 5 mm / US 8.

Notions
1 stitch marker
Stitch holder

Gauge:
16 stitches and 19 rows in stockinette stitch on needle 6 mm / US 10 = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4 inches.
19 stitches and 24 rows in wide ribbing on needle 4.5 mm / US 6 = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4 inches.

Procedure:
The tee is worked top down. You start with a provisional cast-on, and the front and back are worked back and forth separately before being joined under the arms, from where the body is worked in the round. The provisional cast-on is then unraveled to work the upper ribbing and the shoulders are bound off with a clean, defined shoulder line to create a polished finish around the neck and shoulders. The body is finished with the lower ribbing, worked in the round. The sleeve are worked from the armhole, where stitches are picked up and worked in the round.
The length of both the body and the sleeves can easily be adjusted. There are links to video tutorials for all the techniques used in the pattern.

This pattern is a digital file that will be available for download immediately after purchase.

ABOUT PATTERNS FROM ÖNLING

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WASHING INSTRUCTIONS

Wool can last for years, but it requires good care. Washing is tough on your woolen garments and in general wool needs to be washed much less than other materials as it has a self-cleaning effect.

Find our instructions for how to wash your knitwear here.

General washing instructions

Wash gently by hand or on a dedicated wool/hand-wash cycle at max. 30°C / 85°F. Use a low spin speed: max. 800 rpm if adjustable, or Low where the options are Low / Medium / High.

Always dry flat. See the yarn instructions and exceptions in the table below.

Start with a swatch

Wash and dry your swatch like the finished piece. Measure gauge only when completely dry; washing and shaping can change appearance and dimensions.

When combining yarns, follow the gentlest care instructions. Test strong colour contrasts in the same swatch; otherwise, keep light and dark knits separate when washing and drying.

Choose the right detergent

Use mild liquid detergent without enzymes or bleach, suitable for all fibres. Choose wool detergent for wool, angora, mohair and cashmere. For knits containing silk, it must also suit silk. For Önling No 14 and No 21 alone, mild delicates detergent is suitable.

In Denmark, we recommend: Neutral Uld & Finvask; Sonett Olivenvaskemiddel til uld og silke Sensitive; or Ecover Uld & Silke (Delicate). Always check the current label. Follow the dosage on the packaging, and do not use fabric softener.

How to hand-wash

1. Wash gently in plenty of lukewarm water, max. 30°C / 85°F, with detergent. Gently press the knit down into the water. Do not rub, wring or stretch.

2. Rinse gently in clean, lukewarm water, max. 30°C / 85°F. A suitable no-rinse detergent may be used according to the manufacturer's instructions.

3. Support the whole piece when lifting. Roll in a clean, dry towel and gently press out water. Use this method especially for hand-wash-only yarns.

How to machine-wash

Always test the wool cycle on a swatch. Without a dedicated wool/hand-wash cycle, hand-wash. A regular delicates cycle is not a wool cycle.

Avoid large temperature changes between washing and rinsing, as these can cause wool to felt. Use the towel method instead of spinning if preferred. With rinse hold, drain without spinning. Follow the machine's instructions and remove the knit promptly after washing.

Soaking before the first wash

Find the soaking time in the table below. Place finished knits and swatches in plenty of water without detergent, max. 30°C / 85°F. Keep them submerged and undisturbed. Do not soak yarn in balls, skeins or on cones.

Drain the water and gently press out excess water without wringing. Then wash as instructed. Soaking in water does not replace washing.

Önling No 12, No 13 and No 16 are supplied unwashed after spinning. The first treatment is part of finishing. If soaking continues beyond about 24 hours, replace all the water. This also applies to Hverdagskittet with No 12 and No 13.

This treatment allows Önling No 16 to bloom and soften, and softens the fibres in Önling No 21. Önling No 1, No 2, No 3, No 4, No 10 and No 20 are washed at the mills.

Drying and blocking

Dry flat and fully supported on a blocking mat or dry towel on a moisture-resistant surface. Gently shape while damp and check the measurements. Blocking means shaping, not stretching larger. Use rustproof blocking pins when the pattern calls for them.

Allow air to circulate, replace wet towels and leave to dry completely. Avoid hangers, washing lines, radiators, strong direct sunlight and tumble dryers.

Between washes and for odours

Air wool knits overnight or for a few hours outdoors in slightly damp weather, flat or well supported. Let them rest between uses to regain their shape. Airing can remove smoke and cooking smells. Wash if stained, dirty or persistently smelly.

For spinning-oil odours in unwashed yarns, follow the yarn instructions for the first treatment and subsequent washing with wool detergent.

Fluff and pilling

Pilling is mainly caused by friction. Remove pills only as needed with a suitable tool, testing an inconspicuous area first. Take care with airy, loosely knitted and long-haired knits. Wool combs and fabric shavers are not recommended routinely for all yarns.

Storage

Store knits folded, clean and completely dry. Protect wool knits and yarn from moths, for example in a clean, sealed container, and check the contents regularly.

YARN GUIDE

Washing: Max. 30°C / 85°F. Wool cycle: max. 800 rpm or Low. Dry flat. Soaking: Finished knits and swatches only, in water without detergent. Do not soak yarn in balls, skeins or on cones. Wash afterwards.