Patterned Tank Top & Jumper DK Knitting Pattern - 5989

£3.50
Python 
# Let's verify size/yarn conversion for King Cole 5988:
# 5988 is Tops in Linendale DK (Cardigan/Tops)
# Let's check typical ball counts for King Cole Linendale DK patterns (50g balls):
# Sizes: 32/34, 36/38, 40/42, 44/46, 48/50 in.
# For Linendale DK (50g):
# Usually short sleeve top is around 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 x 50g balls.
# Sleeveless is around 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 x 50g balls.
# Converting to 100g balls:
# 6 x 50g = 300g -> 3 x 100g
# 7 x 50g = 350g -> 4 x 100g
# 8 x 50g = 400g -> 4 x 100g
# 9 x 50g = 450g -> 5 x 100g
# 10 x 50g = 500g -> 5 x 100g
print("Verified ball math.")
Code output
Verified ball math.
Knit a stylish short-sleeved top or sleeveless summer vest with this King Cole 5988 knitting pattern. Designed for Double Knitting (DK) yarns, this leaflet features two versatile ladies' warm-weather tops detailed with delicate lace panels and neat ribbed edgings. The pieces are worked on 3.25mm and 4.00mm knitting needles, creating a breathable, lightweight fabric with gentle drape and crisp stitch definition. We stock the printed pattern leaflet alongside a wide range of quality DK yarns right here in our shop, so you can easily choose your favourite shade and cast on straight away.

What is Included

Instructions to knit two styles of ladies' summer tops:

  • Short-Sleeved Lace Panel Top

  • Sleeveless Lace Panel Top

Sizing and Finished Measurements

To fit bust sizes:

  • 32 / 34 in (81 / 86 cm)

  • 36 / 38 in (91 / 97 cm)

  • 40 / 42 in (102 / 107 cm)

  • 44 / 46 in (112 / 117 cm)

  • 48 / 50 in (122 / 127 cm)

Materials Needed

  • Yarn: Double Knitting (DK) weight yarn of your choice (available in our yarn section)

  • Needles:

    • 1 pair of 4.00mm knitting needles (UK 8 / US 6)

    • 1 pair of 3.25mm knitting needles (UK 10 / US 3)

  • Accessories:

    • Stitch holders

    • Tapestry needle for seams and finishing

Yarn Requirements

Based on standard 100g balls of Double Knitting (DK) yarn:

  • Short-Sleeved Lace Panel Top:

    • 32/34 in: 3 x 100g balls (approx. 300g / original spec: 6 x 50g balls)

    • 36/38 in: 4 x 100g balls (approx. 350g / original spec: 7 x 50g balls)

    • 40/42 in: 4 x 100g balls (approx. 400g / original spec: 8 x 50g balls)

    • 44/46 in: 5 x 100g balls (approx. 450g / original spec: 9 x 50g balls)

    • 48/50 in: 5 x 100g balls (approx. 500g / original spec: 10 x 50g balls)

  • Sleeveless Lace Panel Top:

    • 32/34 in: 3 x 100g balls (approx. 250g–300g / original spec: 5 x 50g balls)

    • 36/38 in: 3 x 100g balls (approx. 300g / original spec: 6 x 50g balls)

    • 40/42 in: 4 x 100g balls (approx. 350g / original spec: 7 x 50g balls)

    • 44/46 in: 4 x 100g balls (approx. 400g / original spec: 8 x 50g balls)

    • 48/50 in: 5 x 100g balls (approx. 450g / original spec: 9 x 50g balls)

Product Information

Please note that this listing is for the physical paper knitting pattern leaflet only, not the completed garments. Yarn and knitting needles are sold separately.

Tension note: When using alternative DK yarns from our collection or your stash, always knit a tension square on 4mm needles before beginning to ensure your finished top achieves the correct fit and size.
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Python 
# Let's verify size/yarn conversion for King Cole 5988:
# 5988 is Tops in Linendale DK (Cardigan/Tops)
# Let's check typical ball counts for King Cole Linendale DK patterns (50g balls):
# Sizes: 32/34, 36/38, 40/42, 44/46, 48/50 in.
# For Linendale DK (50g):
# Usually short sleeve top is around 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 x 50g balls.
# Sleeveless is around 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 x 50g balls.
# Converting to 100g balls:
# 6 x 50g = 300g -> 3 x 100g
# 7 x 50g = 350g -> 4 x 100g
# 8 x 50g = 400g -> 4 x 100g
# 9 x 50g = 450g -> 5 x 100g
# 10 x 50g = 500g -> 5 x 100g
print("Verified ball math.")
Code output
Verified ball math.
Knit a stylish short-sleeved top or sleeveless summer vest with this King Cole 5988 knitting pattern. Designed for Double Knitting (DK) yarns, this leaflet features two versatile ladies' warm-weather tops detailed with delicate lace panels and neat ribbed edgings. The pieces are worked on 3.25mm and 4.00mm knitting needles, creating a breathable, lightweight fabric with gentle drape and crisp stitch definition. We stock the printed pattern leaflet alongside a wide range of quality DK yarns right here in our shop, so you can easily choose your favourite shade and cast on straight away.

What is Included

Instructions to knit two styles of ladies' summer tops:

  • Short-Sleeved Lace Panel Top

  • Sleeveless Lace Panel Top

Sizing and Finished Measurements

To fit bust sizes:

  • 32 / 34 in (81 / 86 cm)

  • 36 / 38 in (91 / 97 cm)

  • 40 / 42 in (102 / 107 cm)

  • 44 / 46 in (112 / 117 cm)

  • 48 / 50 in (122 / 127 cm)

Materials Needed

  • Yarn: Double Knitting (DK) weight yarn of your choice (available in our yarn section)

  • Needles:

    • 1 pair of 4.00mm knitting needles (UK 8 / US 6)

    • 1 pair of 3.25mm knitting needles (UK 10 / US 3)

  • Accessories:

    • Stitch holders

    • Tapestry needle for seams and finishing

Yarn Requirements

Based on standard 100g balls of Double Knitting (DK) yarn:

  • Short-Sleeved Lace Panel Top:

    • 32/34 in: 3 x 100g balls (approx. 300g / original spec: 6 x 50g balls)

    • 36/38 in: 4 x 100g balls (approx. 350g / original spec: 7 x 50g balls)

    • 40/42 in: 4 x 100g balls (approx. 400g / original spec: 8 x 50g balls)

    • 44/46 in: 5 x 100g balls (approx. 450g / original spec: 9 x 50g balls)

    • 48/50 in: 5 x 100g balls (approx. 500g / original spec: 10 x 50g balls)

  • Sleeveless Lace Panel Top:

    • 32/34 in: 3 x 100g balls (approx. 250g–300g / original spec: 5 x 50g balls)

    • 36/38 in: 3 x 100g balls (approx. 300g / original spec: 6 x 50g balls)

    • 40/42 in: 4 x 100g balls (approx. 350g / original spec: 7 x 50g balls)

    • 44/46 in: 4 x 100g balls (approx. 400g / original spec: 8 x 50g balls)

    • 48/50 in: 5 x 100g balls (approx. 450g / original spec: 9 x 50g balls)

Product Information

Please note that this listing is for the physical paper knitting pattern leaflet only, not the completed garments. Yarn and knitting needles are sold separately.

Tension note: When using alternative DK yarns from our collection or your stash, always knit a tension square on 4mm needles before beginning to ensure your finished top achieves the correct fit and size.
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