Name: Riika Top Knitting Pattern (PDF) – Seamless Ribbed Summer Top | rosa p.
SKU: Riika_top_rosa_p_engl_final_1
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Riika Top – Knitting Pattern (PDF)

The Riika Top is a simple, sleeveless summer top worked in ribbing – clean, versatile, and easy to style. Depending on your yarn choice, it can be worn as a light top or as a neat slipover for layering.

It is worked seamlessly from the top down. The front and back are started separately in rows, then joined and continued in the round. The neckline and armholes are shaped with leaning increases, and the finishing bands are picked up and worked afterwards for a clean edge.

The pattern is suitable for confident beginners with some experience (working in the round and making increases). All steps are explained in detail.

Construction

seamless, top-down
front and back worked separately in rows, then body in the round
ribbing with a clear, structured look
armholes and neckline shaped with leaning increases
neck and armhole bands worked afterwards
length adjustable

Skill level

●●●○○ – confident beginners with some experience

Sizes

XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL)

Finished bust circumference: 76 (84) 96 (104) 112 (120) cm

Recommended fit: close-fitting or with 0–5 cm of positive ease.

For a looser slipover fit, choose at least 5 cm of positive ease.

Gauge

(washed & blocked, using the largest needle)

Stockinette stitch: 28 sts × 40 rows = 10 × 10 cm
Ribbing: 30 sts × 40 rows = 10 × 10 cm

Pattern details

7 pages
step-by-step instructions with photos
tips on yarn choice, gauge and fit

Recommended needles

circular needle 2.0 mm (40–60 cm)
circular needle 2.5 mm (40–100 cm)
circular needle 3.0 mm (60–100 cm)

Techniques used

knit and purl stitches
working flat and in the round
leaning increases (left and right)
working decreases (k2tog, etc.)
picking up stitches along edges

Notions

stitch markers
tapestry needle
measuring tape
scissors

Details

Yarn recommendations & yardage

Please note: yarns vary in meterage. Always match your gauge.

ERIKA KNIGHT Studio Linen Eco

85% viscose, 15% linen | approx. 120 m / 50 g

→ XS (S): approx. 350 g = 7 balls

→ M (L) XL (2XL): approx. 500 g = 10 balls

Sandnes Garn Line

53% cotton, 33% viscose, 14% linen | approx. 110 m / 50 g

→ XS (S): approx. 400 g = 8 balls

→ M (L) XL (2XL): approx. 600 g = 12 balls

KREMKE SOUL WOOL Morning Salutation (vegan)

51% lyocell (Tencel), 49% cotton | approx. 110 m / 50 g

→ XS (S): approx. 400 g = 8 balls

→ M (L) XL (2XL): approx. 600 g = 12 balls

Pascuali Cumbria

60% Pima cotton, 40% viscose (bamboo) | approx. 150 m / 50 g

→ XS (S): approx. 300 g = 6 balls

→ M (L) XL (2XL): approx. 400 g = 8 balls

BC Garn Bio Balance

55% wool, 45% cotton | approx. 225 m / 50 g

→ XS (S): approx. 200 g = 4 balls

→ M (L) XL (2XL): approx. 300 g = 6 balls

de rerum natura Alice

merino/linen blend | approx. 216 m / 50 g

→ XS (S): approx. 200 g = 4 balls

→ M (L) XL (2XL): approx. 300 g = 6 balls

Wooldreamers Saona

50% wool, 50% cotton | approx. 220 m / 50 g

→ XS (S): approx. 200 g = 4 balls

→ M (L) XL (2XL): approx. 300 g = 6 balls

Pascuali Pinta

merino/silk/ramie | approx. 212 m / 50 g

→ XS (S): approx. 200 g = 4 balls

→ M (L) XL (2XL): approx. 300 g = 6 balls

SCHOPPEL-WOLLE Admiral Hanf

approx. 420 m / 100 g

→ XS (S): approx. 200 g = 2 balls

→ M (L) XL (2XL): approx. 300 g = 3 balls

DROPS Fabel

75% wool, 25% polyamide | approx. 205 m / 50 g

→ XS (S): approx. 200 g = 4 balls

→ M (L) XL (2XL): approx. 300 g = 6 balls

ERIKA KNIGHT Moorland Mohair

80% wool (BFL), 20% mohair | approx. 420 m / 100 g

→ XS (S): approx. 200 g = 2 skeins

→ M (L) XL (2XL): approx. 300 g = 3 skeins

Zusätzliche Informationen

Maschenprobe	26-28 M/10 cm

FAQs

How is the Riika Top worked?

The Riika Top is worked seamlessly from the top down. The front and back are started separately in rows, then joined and continued in the round. Neckline and armholes are shaped with leaning increases, and the finishing bands are worked afterwards.

Which yarns work well for Riika?

Riika works with many yarns. Plant-based fibres and linen blends create a cool, crisp summer fabric. Wool blends or sock yarns give more structure and are perfect if you want to wear Riika as a slipover.

Can I wear Riika as a slipover?

Yes. With grippier yarns (for example Bio Balance, Alice, Saona or a sock yarn), Riika becomes more structured and works beautifully for layering.

What gauge do I need?

Stockinette stitch: 28 sts × 40 rows = 10 × 10 cm
Ribbing: 30 sts × 40 rows = 10 × 10 cm

Always swatch in ribbing, as it is crucial for fit.

Which needle sizes are used?

Depending on your yarn and gauge: 2.0 mm, 2.5 mm and 3.0 mm circular needles. For neat edges in the twisted-stitch ribbing, you may prefer a needle 0.5 mm smaller for the first rows.

Can I adjust the length?

Yes. Simply work more rounds for the body to make Riika longer. Allow a little extra yarn if you plan to add length.

How do I choose my size?

Riika is designed to be close-fitting or with 0–5 cm of positive ease. For a looser slipover look, choose at least 5 cm of positive ease. Compare the finished bust measurement with your own bust circumference.

Is this pattern suitable for confident beginners?

Yes, if you have some experience working flat and in the round and are comfortable with increases. The pattern includes detailed instructions and photos.

How do I wash and care for my Riika Top?

Care depends on your yarn. Plant-based blends are usually easy to wash on a gentle cycle. Wool and silk blends should be washed gently (hand wash or wool cycle) and dried flat.

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Herstellerinformation

Ulrike Pacholleck

Lehenhofstr. 7

79346 Endingen

Deutschland

E-Mail: post@rosape.de

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