This is the other project I started on our trip to and from Adelaide during the holidays.  I finished off the edging last night at book group.

It needs to be styled differently (over a t-shirt or tank rather than a singlet) however I am very happy with this top!  The pattern is Flower Yoke Top by Robyn Chachula, which you can find in the July/August 2009 issue of Crochet Today! 

The gentle flare through the body is achieved by increasing the size of the hook that is used every 8-10 rows or so.  It gives it lovely drape and makes it simple to work up while remaining interesting with a two-row pattern.

The flower yoke is worked up first, then the body crocheted onto it and worked in the round, and last of all the neckline and arms are edged.

Clare’s top is size 6.  It’s almost a little off the shoulder, and the armholes are fairly deep, but I think that it’s designed as a layering piece.  That said, as Clare grows this should continue to fit her for ages, and it’s not too holey to be worn without anything underneath.  The yarn is 50% soy / 50% cotton from Spotty which I bought for $1 per ball earlier in the year – and I only used 4 1/2 balls to make this.  Bargain!