Wave Tee - PetiteKnit Pattern
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Catch a breezy summer vibe with your new favourite warm-weather knit! The Wave Tee - PetiteKnit is a stylish, quick-knitting top-down shirt featuring an elegant boat neck design and a lovely, relaxed silhouette. Written with options for both chic short sleeves or classic long sleeves, this versatile everyday piece creates a beautifully breathable, casual top that styles effortlessly throughout the warmer months.
Please note: This is a printed knitting pattern written in English. Yarn, needles, and extra notions must be purchased separately.
Pattern Overview
- Skill Level: 2 out of 5 (Advanced Beginner)
- Size Range: XXS to 5XL
- Construction: This tee is worked seamlessly from the top down. It begins at the chic boat neckline, using short rows to subtly raise the back for a perfect fit. The yoke is shaped first with dedicated sleeve increases and then moves into classic raglan shaping. The body is completed smoothly in the round in stockinette stitch. The pattern provides options to finish the tee with either short or long sleeves worked in the round.
Sizing & Fit Guide
The Wave Tee is designed with approximately 5 to 7 cm of positive ease for a relaxed, comfortable silhouette. To find your size, measure your bust around the widest part and match your body measurement to the chart below. For example, a 90 cm bust circumference matches a size S, which will give you a finished chest circumference of 95 cm.
| Size | To Fit Bust Circumference (cm) | Finished Chest Circumference (cm) | Total Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 75–80 | 87 | 43 |
| XS | 80–85 | 90 | 44 |
| S | 85–90 | 95 | 45 |
| M | 90–95 | 100 | 49 |
| L | 95–100 | 107 | 52 |
| XL | 100–110 | 117 | 54 |
| 2XL | 110–120 | 125 | 56 |
| 3XL | 120–130 | 135 | 57 |
| 4XL | 130–140 | 142 | 58 |
| 5XL | 140–150 | 152 | 60 |
Total length is measured down the middle of the back, excluding the finished boat neck edge.
Gauge & Suggested Tools
- Gauge: 12 stitches x 22 rows = 10 x 10 cm in stockinette stitch on 6 mm needles after washing and blocking. (Note: A pre-wash gauge of roughly 13 stitches relaxes into the required 12 stitches post-wash).
- Suggested Needles: 6 mm circular needles (lengths: 40 cm, 60 cm, and 80 or 100 cm).
- Double-Pointed Needles: 6 mm DPNs (only needed if you choose not to use the Magic Loop technique for the sleeves).
Yarn Requirements
To maintain a light, summer-friendly fabric at a larger gauge, this pattern specifies a bulky-weight tension. This can be achieved by using a single strand of a bulky summer-weight yarn base, or by holding two strands of a lighter yarn together throughout.
Always check your pattern details or chosen ball bands to confirm total yardage, and make sure to purchase complete balls.
| Size | Short-Sleeve Total Yardage Required (Bulky or Equivalent Combo) |
|---|---|
| XXS | Approximately 550 m |
| XS | Approximately 550 m |
| S | Approximately 550–660 m |
| M | Approximately 660 m |
| L | Approximately 770 m |
| XL | Approximately 880 m |
| 2XL | Approximately 880 m |
| 3XL | Approximately 990 m |
| 4XL | Approximately 1,100 m |
| 5XL | Approximately 1,100 m |
Note: Stated yardages represent estimated allowances for the short-sleeve layout. If you wish to knit the long-sleeve version, you will need to purchase approximately 440 meters of extra yardage. Budget an additional ball of yarn to account for your personal gauge swatch.
Crucial Swatching Tip
Do not skip making a gauge swatch, and make sure to wash and block it before taking your measurements. Plant-based summer fibers (such as linen, cotton, and silk blends) relax and grow significantly after a wash, especially when worked at a loose, open gauge on 6 mm needles. Swatching post-wash guarantees that your stitches settle exactly into the required 12-stitch gauge so your tee maintains its tailored structure without dropping too low or losing its shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this tee difficult to knit given the large needle size?
Not at all! With a difficulty rating of 2 out of 5, the Wave Tee is highly beginner-friendly. Because it uses larger 6 mm needles and a simple stockinette stitch sequence, it knits up incredibly fast compared to finer-gauge tops. -
Can I adjust the length of the sleeves and body?
Absolutely. Because the Wave Tee is knit completely from the top down, you can slip your live stitches onto a scrap yarn line at any point to try it on. This makes it super easy to customize the hem and cuffs to fit your personal style perfectly. -
Are there any side seams to sew up at the end?
None at all. The entire top-down raglan design means the body and sleeves are shaped continuously in the round. Beyond weaving in your loose yarn ends, there is zero assembly or sewing required.