Dichromatic Tee by Fatimah Hinds

Dichromatic Tee

Knitting
July 2021
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
11.5 stitches and 15 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch
US 11 - 8.0 mm
483 - 1046 yards (442 - 956 m)
Chest 32-60 inches
English
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You can’t beat a quick, chunky knit! It requires less time and investment than a sweater knit on a smaller gauge. This simple tee, knit it an easy care blend, combines two colors and all over texture making it perfect for summer. It’s designed to be a relaxed piece that you can throw on and go, featuring gentle A line shaping and a v neck. Choose a size with 6” of positive ease to get a look like the photos. Or, it would be equally lovely in a size closer to you chest measurement.

Finished Chest Size 32, 36, 40 (44, 48, 52) {56, 60} ” / 81.2,
91.4, 101.6 (111.8, 121.9, 132) {142.2, 152.4}cm chest circumference. Sample shown in 44” with 6” of positive ease.

Yarn Berroco Comfort Chunky, 50% Nylon, 50% Acrylic;
CC Barley
Barley 1, 1, 1 (1, 2, 2) {2, 2}; 94, 116, 139
(150, 193, 222) {253, 287}yds/86, 106, 128 (137,
176, 203) {232, 262}m

MC Olive
Olive 3, 3, 4 (4, 4, 5) {5, 5}, 389, 437, 481
(495, 594, 643) {709, 759}yds/356, 399, 440
(453, 543, 588) {648, 694}m

This yarn has a plied construction and is synthetic fibers. A cotton blend would be a good substitute but will be a bit heavier.

Needles Size 11/8mm 32” circular (cir) and double-pointed (dpns). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Stitch markers, row counter, tapestry needle.

Gauge 11.5 sts and 15 rows = 4” (10cm) in St st. Row gauge is important in this piece.