Knitting patterns for easy tops knit in 2 rectangles or 2 identical pieces and seamed, no picking up stitches. Many of the patterns are free.
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Free Patterns
Fade to Summer Gradient T-shirt
Pullover top flat in two rectangles with 2 colors of yarn to create a gradient. No picking up stitches. Designed by Patons. Sizes XS to XL, but I think you could easily adapt to larger sizes.
Eyelet Sleeveless Top
Pullover knit flat in two rectangles in stockinette with easy eyelet rows. Designed by Jessica Reeves Potasz of Mama in a Stitch who says this sleeveless top is perfect for beginners. Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL. The web version is free and the printable pdf is available on Etsy.
Cap Sleeve Lattice Top
Purl Soho designed this tee top that has been rated very easy or easy by hundreds of Ravelrers and features a 4-row repeat lace yoke and stockinette body. Sizes adult small (34″), medium (36″), large (38″). Pictured project by mystique27
Summer Vacation Top
Jessica of Mama in a Stitch designed this easy sleeveless crop top with mesh yoke that’s a fast knit with two strands of yarn held together.
Cancun Boxy Lace Top
Erin Kate Archer’s lace-sampler top is knit in two simple rectangles from the bottom up and seamed. The designer says it is very suitable for beginners and it has an easy rating from knitters. Pictured project by miss-power
More Free Patterns
Easiest Classic Top
The designer Jessica Reeves Potasz of Mama in a Stitch says this sleeveless top is perfect for beginners since it is knit flat in two rectangles in beginner stitches like stockinette, garter stitch, and rib. In fact she says this is good first project. Sizes Womens X Small, Small, Medium & Large. The web version is free and the printable pdf is available on Etsy.
Streamline Tank
Easy sleeveless top knit in 2 identical pieces with an Art Deco inspired detail at the neckline in front and back in half fisherman's rib. Sizes XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL). Rated easy by the designer. DK yarn. Designed by Alexandra Tavel of Two of Wands. A kit is also available for less than $12.
Seersucker Top
Easy pullover knit in 2 identical pieces with an 8 row repeat body stitch, shaping only at neck, and no picking up stitches. Sizes Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large, 2X). Worsted yarn. Designed by Premier® Yarns.
Easy Garter and Eyelets Sleeveless Top
Knit two rectangles in garter stitch with an easy eyelet pattern, then seam together and you have an easy pullover top. Designed by Jessica Reeves Potasz of Mama in a Stitch who says this is perfect for beginners or for knitters looking for an easy pattern. Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL. The web version is free and the printable pdf is available on Etsy. Worsted weight yarn.
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Easy Little Black Tank Top
Easy sleeveless pullover is knit flat on large needles to get the open mesh look. Designed by Jessica Reeves Potasz of Mama in a Stitch who says this is perfect for beginners. Sizes Womens Small, Medium & Large. The web version is free and the printable pdf is available on Etsy.
Patterns for Purchase
Lodge Tee Top
Simply sophisticated lace cap-sleeved pullover sweater for an understated, chic look. Easy level knitting pattern and the techniques involved are knitting, purling, and slipping stitches. Looks like a 4 row repeat of eyelet moss stitch. Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL. Designed by Alexandra Tavel of Two of Wands. DK weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Unplug Tee Top
A simple tee consisting of two different colored panels that are knit sideways and seamed together. The hem, neckline, and sleeves are finished off with an i-cord to give it a neat and more unique look. Includes tips on how to customize your tee including how to lengthen the crop, create more or less ease, change your colors, give it a cleaner look, etc. Bust Circumference: 36” (40, 44, 48, 52) 56, 60, 64, 68 / {91 (102, 112, 122, 132) 142, 152, 162, 173 cm}. Designed by Attic 166.
T Shirt Pullover
The designer Mama in a Stitch says that this short sleeved sweater is as simple as it gets and great for beginners. No shaping, just knit and purl. Knit two pieces of stockinette with a pretty rib hem and seam. Quick knit holding two strands of worsted yarn together. S, M, L, XL.
