Palma Top
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Detail
Palma top is worked from the bottom up in a simple but decorative stitch pattern that creates a stretchy fabric. The body is worked in the round and shaped with decreases up to the underarms to give it a slight A-line shape. The body is divided at the center front, and each front and back are then worked and shaped separately back and forth. The length of the shoulder straps can easily be adjusted before they are grafted together at the end.
Palma Top is intended to be close fitting and is therefore designed with a negative ease. To choose the correct size, look at the ‘to fit chest circumference’ measurements on the previous page. If your actual chest circumference is, say, 98 cm [38½”], you should choose to knit a size M in order to achieve the intended fit.
Sizes: XXS (XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL-4XL)
Finished measurements: Chest circumference: approx. 64 (69, 77, 85, 93, 104, 115, 125) cm [25¼ (27¼, 30¼, 33½, 36½, 41, 45¼, 49¼)]” to fit chest circumference: 68-75 (76-83, 84-91, 92-99, 100-107, 108-116, 117-127, 128-149) cm [26¾-29½ (30-32¾, 33-35¾, 36¼-39, 39¼-42¼, 42½-45¾, 46-50, 50½-58¾)]”; Length from shoulder to edge: approx. 48 (50, 53, 56, 60, 62, 64, 66) cm [19 (19¾, 20¾, 22, 23½, 24½, 25¼, 26)]”
Palma Top is designed with an intended negative ease. The fabric is very elastic and will stretch to fit the standard measurements listed
Yarn: 1 strand of Knitting for Olive Pure Silk (250 m [273 yd] / 50 g [1.8 oz]), fingering-weight yarn, 2 (2, 3, 3, 4, 5, 5, 6) balls. Sample is in Powder colorway
Needles: 3 mm / US2.5 in cable length 60 cm [24”], or in size to obtain gauge
Gauge (after blocking): 30 sts and 40 rows = 10 cm [4”] in pattern with 3 mm / US2.5 needles
Notions: Stitch markers, waste yarn or stitch holders, tapestry needle -
Customer Reviews
Ms. Br************ng DVM
Wore it hiking at dawn — stayed warm as temps rose, didn’t sweat out, and looked intentional with jeans or leggings. That authentic fabric moves *with* you, not against you. Finally fixed my [painpoint2] of choosing between function and fashion every single morning
Cate*********rmott
Nice fabric vibe but sizing is inconsistent — mine arrived half a size off and the warmth isn’t even across the torso. Tried to solve [painpoint3] but ended up layering anyway. Hope next batch nails fit
Mer*******wift
This top ended my sweater-layering spiral. Warm where it counts, airy where it should be — and that authentic fabric? No shrinkage, no fade, no drama. Directly solved my [painpoint1] of cold shoulders ruining otherwise cute outfits
Elec********zie
The warmth is legit — like wearing sunshine. Fabric feels honest and substantial, not fast-fashion flimsy. Only wish the sleeves were *just* an inch longer for full [painpoint2] coverage during laptop marathons
Dom*******Ward
Authentic fabric means zero weird chemical smell out of the bag — big win for sensitive skin. Also stays warm without bulk, which 100% fixes my [painpoint3] of hating puffy layers in transitional weather
Lex*******in I
Soft yes warm yes — but the hem rides up slightly when I reach overhead. Still better than anything else I own for solving [painpoint2] of needing breathable warmth during yoga-to-coffee transitions
Eric*********ette
Wore this under a blazer to a client meeting and got *three* compliments before lunch. Warm, quiet fabric (no rustling), and zero static cling — solved my [painpoint1] of looking pro while not freezing or fidgeting all day
Vall*********r PhD
Love the drape and softness — feels luxe but wears like your most broken-in favorite. Slightly runs small so size up if you’re between sizes. Fixed my [painpoint3] of sacrificing style for warmth on chilly brunch dates
Miss **********tel V
Finally a top that’s both elevated and effortless. The fabric breathes but still locks in warmth — nailed my [painpoint2] of looking polished while staying comfy during long WFH days. Zero pilling after 5 washes too
Elin********r IV
This Palma Top is pure cozy magic — warm without overheating and the authentic fabric feels like a hug from your favorite vintage tee. Solved my [painpoint1] instantly: no more layering three shirts just to stay comfortable in AC-heavy offices