SIZES: XS (S, M, L) (XL, 2X, 3X): 28 (32, 36, 40) (44, 48, 52)" / 71 (81, 91, 102) (112, 123, 132) cm natural bust

Designed to be worn with 0-4" (0-10 cm) of positive ease.

The sample shown was worked in a size S and is shown on a 34” (86 cm) bust with 2” (5 cm) of positive ease.

MATERIALS:

Expression Fiber Arts Resilient Sock yarn

Shown in colors: A) Spanish Moss, B) Meringue, and C) Alabaster.

Skeins needed: Color A: 1 (1, 1, 1) (1, 2, 2); Color B: 1 (1, 1, 1) (1, 2, 2); and Color C: 1 (1, 1, 1) (1, 2, 2)

Please refer to the chart on page 7 for actual yardages needed.

If those colors aren't available, any from this category will work.

HOOK:

US size ​​F (3.75mm) or size needed to obtain gauge

SKILL LEVEL:

Intermediate: This pattern is for those who feel comfortable with crocheting and have made a few projects, using various skills and techniques. Skills/concepts include special stitches, garment shaping, and seaming. 

Notes from the Designer:

Mandisa means "sweet" in South Africa. The word is of African-Xhosa origin and epitomizes both the style and color of this crocheted top. I created this top as a sister pattern to my knit Keziah top. I hope you enjoy crocheting it as much as I did!

• Click the Videos tab to watch a video on how to make the special stitches shown in this pattern.
• The pattern uses three colors but can be made with more or fewer, if preferred. 
• This garment is worked from the bottom up. It begins with the waistband, which is crocheted back and forth length-wise and seamed. Then, stitches are picked up and worked around the side edge – once in the round and then in back and forth rows. 
• There are four main sections: the waistband, front panel A, front panel B, and the back panel. Each is worked separately and then seamed at the shoulders and sides. 
• Color Change Sequence: Once the waistband is complete, continue working in Color A for 2 more inches (5 cm). Then work 2 rows in Color B, 2 rows in Color A, 2 rows in Color B, and 2 rows in Color A. Then, drop Color A, and continue working in Color B. Work in Color B for about 4” (10 cm). Then, repeat the Color Change Sequence using Colors B and C. Drop Color B, and continue working in Color C. 

Designed by CheVon Bell

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Enjoy your crocheting!
Chandi

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