A light, summery sleeveless top with beautiful drape, knitted in a soft organic cotton–alpaca blend.

The Cloud Top is one of those warm-weather knits that feels effortless to wear and surprisingly satisfying to make. It’s light, relaxed, and shaped in that classic PetiteKnit way — clean lines, modern shoulders, and a flattering neckline that suits almost everyone.

Worked from the top down, you’ll begin with the back yoke shaped using short rows. Each shoulder is then knitted separately before they join to form the front yoke. Once the front and back are joined under the arms, the body is worked seamlessly in the round. Neckline and armhole edges are finished with smooth stockinette for that refined, minimalist look.

To turn this into a truly stunning summer garment, we’ve paired the pattern with Duna — a beautifully soft 60% organic cotton / 40% alpaca yarn from Peru, held double for perfect drape.
It’s breathable, lightweight, and has that gentle alpaca-blend softness that makes it feel lovely on the skin.

Why Duna Is Perfect for the Cloud Top

Duna sits right in the sweet spot of what this pattern wants:

• 200m per 50g — right in PetiteKnit’s original yarn range

• Organic cotton + subtle alpaca — cool against the skin but soft enough for day-long wear

• Light drape — elegant movement without becoming clingy

• Plant-fibre structure — helps the shaping sit cleanly

• Perfect summer weight — ideal for layering or wearing on its own

• Wonderful stitch definition — your shoulder shaping and clean lines will really shine

Held double, Duna creates a fabric that’s airy but substantial — a perfect balance for a top you’ll want to wear all season.

What’s Inside Your Kit

• Duna yarn in your chosen colourway

• Correct number of balls for your size:

  • XXS: 5 balls

  • XS: 5 balls

  • S: 6 balls

  • M: 6 balls

  • L: 7 balls

  • XL: 8 balls

  • 2XL: 9 balls

  • 3XL: 9–10 balls

  • 4XL: 10 balls

  • 5XL: 10 balls

• Printed PetiteKnit Cloud Top pattern

• Optional: 4 mm circular needles

• Optional: tapestry needle

Sizing & Fit

Designed with 2–5 cm positive ease for a relaxed, comfortable fit.

Finished bust measurements:
82 (87) 92 (97) 102 (112) 122 (132) 142 (152) cm

Length:
47–66 cm depending on size (easily adjustable thanks to top-down construction)

If you’re between sizes, choose based on the bust measurement you prefer, not your usual clothing size — the Cloud Top is very forgiving.

Needles & Gauge

• 4 mm circular needles in 40, 60, 80 or 100 cm

• Gauge: 20 sts × 27 rows = 10 cm in stockinette
  (Plant fibres always benefit from a washed-and-blocked swatch.)

Difficulty

★★★☆☆ – Intermediate
A gentle introduction to short rows, shaping, and seamless top-down construction.

A Note From Us

The Cloud Top is a beautiful introduction to summer garment knitting — not too heavy, not too delicate, and easy to customise as you go. Duna gives this pattern exactly the floaty, breathable drape it deserves, while the alpaca content keeps it soft and comfortable for everyday wear.

If you’re unsure which size or colour to choose, just message us — we love helping you find that “yes, this feels like me” project.