Knitting patterns for tee tops and short sleeved sweaters featuring lace patterns. Many of the patterns are free.
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Free Patterns
Olga Sweater
Short sleeved lace pullover top knit with an 8 row repeat slipped stitch pattern. Sizes S, M, L, XL, XXL. Designed by Sys Fredens for Hobbii. Sport weight yarn.
Cercis Tee
Top-down pullover sweater that plays with a raglan construction to create a lace pattern that covers the sleeves and adorns the sides. Three sleeve length options allows you to choose the style that fits you the most. Sizes Bust: (88, 96, 105) 111, 120 (128, 137, 145) {153, 160} cm [(34¾, 37¾, 41¼) 43¾, 47¼ (50½, 54, 57) (60¼, 63)″. Designed by Marie Amelie Designs. Fingering weight yarn. Available in English and French
Asclepias Tee
A spray of leaf lace makes a statement on this short sleeved pullover tee sweater. Sizes Bust: (35½, 40, 44½) [49, 53½, 57] {61½, 66½, 71}" / (90, 101.5, 113) [124.5, 136, 145] {156, 169, 180.5} cm. Designed by Berroco Design Team. Bulky weight yarn.
Sunseeker Lace Shell
Sleeveless lace top knit in a 4 row or round repeat. Instructions for knitting flat or in the round. Sizes Bust: 34 (38, 42, 46, 50). Designed by Cheryl Beckerich for Cascade Yarns. DK weight yarn.
Vincas Tee Top
Sampler tee top knit flat with a variety of stitches in 2 pieces and seamed. Sizes Bust: (37¾, 41, 43¾, 46¾) [50, 53, 56] {59, 62, 65, 68]" / (96, 104, 111, 119) [127, 134.5, 142] {150, 157.5, 165, 172.5} cm. Designed by Berroco Design Team. DK weight yarn.
Veronica Tee Top
Cold shoulder top with a lace pattern. Sizes Chest: 86 (97) 108 (119) cm. Designed by Gitte Juhler for Filcolana. Fingering weight yarn. Available in English, Danish, German, Norwegian, Swedish
Nebesa Lace Tunic
Yes, this is knit! Lace pullover top knit in a 6 row repeat Grand Eyelet stitch. Great for layering! Sizes finished bust 40, 44.5, 48, 52.5, 56) inches. Designed by Britt Schmiesing. DK weight yarn. Kit also available
More Free Patterns
Classic Tunic
Lace sleeveless tunic length top with split hem knit with an 8 row repeat lace. Sizes: Bust 36, 39, 46, 50". Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Yoko Hatta.
Taunton Top
Lace sleeveless top knit with a shell lace bottom border and eyelet lace front yoke and back. Sizes: Bust: 36 (40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64)". DK weight yarn. Great showcase for self-striping yarn. Designed by Donna Yacino for Berroco.
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Tove Top
Lace sleeveless top knit with an 8 row repeat lace eyelet pattern alternating with 8 row lace rib and separated by welts. Sizes: Bust – 33(36-39-42-45-48-51-54)". DK weight yarn. Designed by Amy Christoffers for Berroco.
Iras Top
Lace sleeveless top knit with an all over graphic eyelet pattern. Knit seamlessly one piece. Sizes: Bust: 37 (45, 53, 61)". Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Berroco Design Team.
Top and Cardigan
Sleeveless top with a 12 row lace bodice knit flat in 2 pieces and seamed. Matching cardigan with same 12 row lace at hem. Designed by Sirdar. Fingering weight yarn. Yarn also available on pattern page.
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East Hampton Pullover
Lace sampler tee top knit with 3 eyelet lace patterns. Knit flat in 2 pieces and seamed. No picking up stitches! Sizes: S (M/L, 1X/2X/3X). Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Bobbie Fitzgerald for Lion Brand.
Spritely Top
Tee top knit with an all over lace pattern on the body and a 2 row repeat lace on the short sleeves. Knit flat and seamed. Sizes: Chest: 37 (43, 48, 53)”. DK weight yarn. Designed by Diane Zangl for Cascade Yarns.
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Mojito Top
Tee top knit with a 4 row repeat lace yoke and sleeves. Sizes: S (M) L (XL) XXL. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Dorte Steen Nielsen for Filcolana. Available in English, Danish, German
Patterns for Purchase
Hopeful Romantic Top
Sweeping lace, delicate twisted-stitch cables, and an unusual construction make this sleeveless top a showstopper. Finished Size 27 (31 ¼, 35 ¾, 40, 44 ¼, 48 ¾, 53, 57 ½)". Designed by Kate Scalzo for Interweave. DK weight yarn
Puck's Tunic
Airy sleevess top made in two simple rectangles and seamed so that all the focus stays on the whimsical zigzag lace on the front and back. Finished Size 32.5 (36, 40.5, 44, 48.5, 52, 56.5)“ bust circumference. Designed by Susanna IC for Interweave. DK weight yarn
Esme Cold Shoulder Top
Gorgeous top with lace yoke and open shoulders in a cold shoulder style. Sizes bust (cm): XS (78-82) / 30 3/4”-32 1/4”, S (86-90) / 34”-35 1/2”, M (94-98) / 37”-38 1/2”, L (102-108) / 40 1/4”-42 1/2”. Designed by Olga Grishinas. Fingering weight yarn
Forest Garden Top
Sleeveless tank top with lace and cable front panel and all over lace back. Sizes S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL. Designed by Elly's Knitting Days. DK weight yarn
Soca Top
A sunny top with cap sleeves and lace sunrise on the front yoke. Sizes Bust: 36 (40, 44, 48, 52, 56)". Designed by Amy Christoffers for Berroco. Bulky weight yarn
Faye Summer Top
A stunning tee top with lace, cables, and bobbles. Sizes 110 ( 116, 122, 131, 137 ) cm / 43.25 ( 45.5, 48, 51.5, 54 ) inches body circumference. Designed by Irene Lin. DK weight yarn
Seashell Tank
A stunning knit floral lace panel with flowers and leaves creates the front of this sleeveless tank top. Sizes 28 (31.5, 35, 39, 42.5, 46, 50)" bust circumference. Designed by Heather Zoppetti. Lace weight yarn
Alaya Top
Eyelet lace pullover top worked flat. Uses the simplest of shapes and easiest of textures with basic stitches, according to the designer, who says it is suitable for beginners. Length is easily adjustable Sizes XS/S, M/L, XL/2XL. Designed by April Miller. Worsted weight yarn.
