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Positano Tee Crochet Pattern

July 25, 2018 Category: Crochet / Patterns / Tops + Tanks / Women

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Houses tumbling down to the sea in a cascade of sun-bleached peach, pink and terracotta paint the steep cliffside in bursts of warmth and charm. The narrow streets lined with quaint little boutiques and wisteria-draped cafés offer the ideal afternoon excursion as you lazily stroll through the picturesque village nestled perfectly amongst the hills.

With it’s delicate nature and loose-fitting style, the Positano Tee makes for the perfect companion as you wander down to the pebbled beachfront. Made with comfort in mind, the open, lacy fabric gives multiple options for layering – whether worn with your swimsuit or paired with a loose fitting skirt and sandals for a more relaxed vibe, this tee will adapt to every outfit all summer long.

If you’ve been following me for a while, you’ve most likely realised that I have an affinity with cotton yarns. How could I not? They come in a variety of weights, colors and even mercerized and unmercerized options, making for the ideal fibre to use when whipping up a soft, summer-y garment. This lightweight tee is worked up using just one of Lion Brand’s luxury yarns, the LB Collection Cotton Bamboo. Soft and sleek with beautiful drape, I love the way the definition of this cotton and bamboo blend creates beautifully shaped eyelets within the yoke of this garment.

I’d consider this an easy level crochet pattern, but an ambitious beginner may be able to tackle this one as I’ve also included a ton of how-to photos to help make the learning process all the more enjoyable. To get started right away, check out the free pattern below. As always you can purchase a printable PDF without ads here, or you can purchase the full yarn kit from Lion Brand here.

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Materials

4mm (G/6) Crochet Hook
1170yds [1290yds, 1420yds] LB Collection Cotton Bamboo (245yds/100g)
– “Magnolia/98” (5 [6,6] skeins)
Tapestry Needle

Finished Size

Changes for “Women’s M/L” and “Women’s XL/XXL” sizes are in [ ].

Women’s XS/S
Width: 20.5″ (52cm)
Length: 20” (51cm)
Sleeve Length: 4” (10cm)

Women’s M/L
Width: 23.25″ (59cm)
Length: 20.75” (53cm)
Sleeve Length: 4.5” (11cm)

Women’s XL/XXL
Width: 26″ (66cm)
Length: 21.5” (55cm)
Sleeve Length: 5” (13cm)

Gauge

16 stitches + 20 rows = 4″/10cm in single crochet

Stitches & Abbreviations

st(s) – stitch(es)
ch – chain stitch
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain stitch
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet

Skill Level

This is an “Easy” level crochet pattern (includes “How-To” photos). You must be familiar with basic crochet stitches and techniques. Directions written so that they are easy to read and follow. All patterns are in English, and written in standard US terms.

+ PATTERN

Note: The back/front of this tee is worked in the row, from side to side. This tee is worked in 4 parts (2 sleeves, 2 main parts), which are seamed together to create the final tee. It is imperative to check gauge and maintain an even tension throughout to ensure pieces fit together.

 

+ FRONT OF TEE

Ch85 [97,109] using DK yarn and 4mm hook.

Row 1: 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in next 83 [95,107] sts. Turn your work. (84 [96,108] sts)

Row 2 – 69 [71,73]: Ch1, 1 hdc in same st. *1 sl st in next st, 1 hdc in next st. Repeat from the * 40 [46,52] more times. 1 sl st in next st. Turn your work. (84 [96,108] sts)

Row 70 [72,74] – 75 [78,80]: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. 1 sc in next 83 [95,107] sts. Turn your work. (84 [96,108] sts)

Row 76 [79,81]: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *Ch3, skip 1 st, 1 sc in next st. Repeat from the * 39 [45,51] more times. Ch3, skip 2 sts, 1 sc in next st. Turn your work. (42 [48,54] sts)

Row 77 [80,82]: Ch4 (counts as 1 dc + ch1), 1 sc in the 2nd ch of next ‘ch3’ space. *Ch3, 1 sc in the 2nd ch of next ‘ch3’ space. Repeat from the * 39 [45,51] more times. Ch1, 1 dc in next sc. Turn your work. (43 [49,55] sts)

Row 78 [81,83]: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. *Ch3, 1 sc in the 2nd ch of next ‘ch3’ space. Repeat from the * 39 [45,51] more times. Ch3, 1 sc in next dc. Turn your work. (42 [48,54] sts)

Row 79 [82,84] – 86 [89,93]: Repeat row 77 [80,82] – 78 [81,83].

Row 87 [90,94]: Ch3 (counts as 1 hdc + ch1), 1 sc in the 2nd ch of next ‘ch3’ space. *Ch2, 1 sc in the 2nd ch of next ‘ch3’ space. Repeat from the * 39 [45,51] more times. Ch1, 1 hdc in next sc. Turn your work. (43 [49,55] sts)

Row 88 [91,95]: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. 1 sc in next ‘ch1’ space. *1 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next ‘ch2’ space. Repeat from the * 39 [45,51] more times. 1 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next hdc. Turn your work. (84 [96,108] sts)

Row 89 [92,96] – 94 [98,102]: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. 1 sc in next 83 [95,107] sts. Turn your work. (84 [96,108] sts)
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.

 

+ BACK OF TEE

Ch85 [97,109] using DK yarn and 4mm hook.

Row 1 – 94 [98,102]: Repeat row 1 – 94 [98,102] of “Front of Sweater”.
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.

 

+ SLEEVE

Ch59 [67,75] using DK yarn and 4mm hook.

Row 1: 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in next 57 [65,73] sts. Turn your work. (58 [66,74] sts)

Row 2 – 24 [26,28]: Ch1, 1 hdc in same st. *1 sl st in next st, 1 hdc in next st. Repeat from the * 27 [31,35] more times. 1 sl st in next st. Turn your work. (58 [66,74] sts)

Row 25 [27,29] – 28 [30,34]: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. 1 sc in next 57 [65,73] sts. Turn your work. (58 [66,74] sts)
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.

 

+ ASSEMBLY

Follow “Assembly Diagram” below.

Sweater

Block the finished body of tee to correct height/width. Place the “Front of Tee” on top of the “Back of Tee”, flip the layout inside out, and join the two panels together by seaming ‘Row 1’ to ‘Row 69 [70,71]’ closed, working from the bottom to the top. The remaining openings are the armholes.

Seam the shoulders together (Row 94 [98,102]), working into all 23 [27,33] sts the on the right-side shoulder, and all 23 [27,33] sts the on the left-side shoulder. Leaving the unworked sts of row 94 [98,102] of the body of the tee un-seamed. The remaining opening is the neckline.
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.

Sleeves

Flip each sleeve inside out and seam the sleeves along the ends of the rows, all along the underarm. Seam both sleeves onto the tee, where the armholes are.

Flip your completed tee right side out. Fold-over the cuff of the sleeve 1.5”/4cm, and join the edge of the folded cuff to the sleeve at one point.
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.

Hope you all enjoy this pattern for a lightweight tee, perfect for layering.
Be sure to use the tag #hopefulhoneyhive on Instagram to show me your version of my design!
Have a lovely day crocheting…

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  1. Cathy says

    July 25, 2018 at 1:20 pm

    It’s so cute! I love the sleeves! 😍

    Reply
  2. Susan Wellen says

    July 25, 2018 at 1:43 pm

    Pure perfection, your patterns are always the best!!

    Reply
  3. Daisy says

    July 25, 2018 at 8:58 pm

    Another ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS creation – your creations are TOTALLY the Best . It thrills my heart to see your creations – keep creating and have a God filled day. All the best to you Olivia !!!

    Reply
  4. Sarah says

    July 26, 2018 at 7:07 am

    This is just lovely!! Thank you so much for sharing!!!

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      January 11, 2020 at 8:44 am

      The length seems quite short. Does the top stretch/hang lower with gravity when put on for wear?

      Reply
    • Pamela says

      July 6, 2021 at 5:19 am

      This worked out so pretty! Thank you for sharing, love it!

      Reply
  5. Chelin says

    July 26, 2018 at 9:23 am

    So lovely and clearly it must be comfy.

    Reply
  6. Jean G says

    July 27, 2018 at 12:01 am

    Love the tee. I have some silver yarn I want to try using. Just a suggestion: have at least one picture with your hair back so we can see the neckline better. Love your patterns. I still consider myself a beginner and am always happy when my work looks like your pictures! And they do!!

    Reply
  7. Dianne` says

    July 27, 2018 at 3:41 am

    Thanks for making this tee available for free. I love the design!

    Reply
  8. Leah says

    July 27, 2018 at 3:58 am

    Is the hat also crocheted and is there a pattern/kit for it?

    Reply
  9. fanfiction says

    July 27, 2018 at 2:57 pm

    look so beautyful!!

    Reply
  10. Connie says

    July 29, 2018 at 9:40 pm

    Absolutely lovely!! Thank you 💜

    Reply
  11. Pamila says

    July 31, 2018 at 8:08 am

    Thank you! This is just adorable 🙂

    Reply
  12. Cynthia Herbert says

    August 1, 2018 at 3:20 am

    Wow! Love this, must have a go! Thank you xxx

    Reply
  13. Nita says

    August 5, 2018 at 2:01 pm

    Hi,
    Can you explain bit details from row 2-69 is the same pattern but why you mention repeat 40 more times in the note. I’m bit confused. If repeat 40 more times it wouldn’t be 69 row.

    Thanks

    Reply
    • Linda says

      August 16, 2018 at 12:48 pm

      She just meant repeat from the * to the next * 40more times, not the row.

      Reply
    • Deb says

      February 22, 2019 at 9:09 am

      Row 2 is confusing if you do it 40 more times how can you have 84 stitches at end of row

      Reply
  14. camike says

    August 27, 2018 at 6:49 pm

    She looks so beautiful, I also like the clothes she wears.
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    Reply
    • Jo says

      February 25, 2021 at 10:28 pm

      I have now made two of these using Womens Institute soft and silky yarn and I love them !

      Reply
      • Aniah says

        April 2, 2023 at 10:50 pm

        I love how pretty and airy this pattern is!! But I have quick question…
        Does anything show through the lace at the top of the shirt?

        Reply
  15. Gabriel says

    August 27, 2018 at 8:03 pm

    What a pretty tee! Thank you for sharing the pattern! Gotta add this to my must-list.
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  16. Carol says

    September 29, 2018 at 8:19 am

    Thank you, I have the perfect cotton that has been just waiting for a pattern like this.

    Reply
  17. mohammed says

    October 2, 2018 at 10:50 pm

    Very Nice Article.! Thanks for sharing this amazing information ..

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    Reply
  18. Deb says

    October 14, 2018 at 2:34 pm

    Very cute! This will be one of my summer projects.

    Reply
  19. Janet says

    February 15, 2019 at 2:01 pm

    Thank you for sharing your pattern! Love the Positano Tee!
    I watched your YouTube video on how to tie two yarns together! Thank you!

    Reply
  20. Ditte says

    December 8, 2019 at 10:52 am

    Hi Olivia 🌸
    Amazing pattern! Thank you for sharing!
    I have a question tho.. :
    After row 79 and forward I bump into trouble – even though the stitch count is right it looks like the garment is getting bigger and bigger by every row (alternately by row 80-81)
    Is it supposed to change its shape because of the sleeves?
    You have one picture where it looks like the whole piece should have a very sharp edge.
    Looking forward to hear from you.
    BR,
    Ditte🌸🎄

    Reply
  21. Dawn says

    February 18, 2020 at 11:50 pm

    Beautiful pattern! Can’t wait to make it!

    Reply
  22. Lane says

    July 17, 2020 at 11:53 pm

    Why is the pattern not showing?

    Reply
  23. Laura Waterfield says

    July 31, 2020 at 7:30 am

    Thank you for the beautiful pattern. It is exactly what I am looking for right now.

    Reply
  24. Hunter says

    February 17, 2021 at 11:02 am

    On rows 2-71, do the hdc go into hdc of past row and sl st into sl st of past row? Or hdc into sl st and sl st into hdc of last row?

    Reply
  25. Tammy Evans says

    April 30, 2021 at 7:29 pm

    I just purchased 5 LBY bamboo skins in lemon! This will be the perfect top to make!!!! Thank you!! <3

    Reply
    • Susan says

      January 19, 2022 at 5:48 am

      Is this accurate?….. ‘Row 2-69’……surely that is too wide for a border…..the photo indicates there should only be about 10 rows? Am I not reading this pattern correctly?

      Reply
  26. Nancy Acevedo says

    October 6, 2022 at 11:45 am

    I completed mine. So pretty. Thank you for excellent instructions and design.

    Reply
  27. Joann platts says

    January 26, 2023 at 2:53 am

    Hi
    Is the width per panel 20.5=41” or is it 20.5 in total please? Really wanting to make this but need to know thanks

    Reply
  28. Lim-Lim Dunn says

    July 15, 2023 at 4:57 am

    Thanks so much for sharing Olivia. I’ve been admiring this simple elegant pattern for some time.

    Reply
  29. Pixie says

    August 10, 2023 at 12:18 am

    I love this top! I’m a great grandma and I’m going to make it for myself! Everything I make I give it to others, but not this time:)

    Reply
    • Dru says

      July 31, 2024 at 9:21 pm

      I’m having the same challenge. The stitch and pattern is a lot tighter than in the photos. I’m thinking to use a 4.5mm hook rather than 4mm specified in the pattern.

      Reply
  30. Denise Paquette says

    July 30, 2024 at 8:03 am

    I am making this with Truboo bamboo yarn, 241 yds for 100 g. I did a sample, and the gauge was super close (just under 4″ for 20 rows by about 1/16″) The drape is beautiful. However, the pattern seems tighter than any of your photos. Can you give me an idea of the gauge for the pattern stitch? I don’t want to start over, or buy a different yarn, but will if needed. It is really slow going.

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    • Dru says

      August 1, 2024 at 12:39 pm

      I’m having the same challenge. The stitch and pattern is a lot tighter than in the photos. I’m thinking to use a 4.25 or4.5mm hook rather than 4mm specified in the pattern?

      Reply
  31. Kelly says

    August 1, 2024 at 2:46 am

    HI, I am starting on the back of the sweater. If you do row 1 all the way to row 96 it is single crochet for the back. In the pictures it shows the back looking just like the front. Am I reading the pattern wrong?

    Reply

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