The Joplin Shirt is a relaxed, oversized short sleeve top with a drop shoulder design and a modern, boxy silhouette classic with a subtle twist and a hint of boho charm. Worked from the top down, it features a beautifully textured lace stitch, combining both flat and in the round knitting. Clean 1x1 or 2x2 (both options are included) ribbing finishes the neckline, sleeves, and hem for a polished look. Choose your size based on your preferred amount of ease (I recommend at least 20 cm / 8”) and be sure to read through the entire pattern before you begin.

Sizes
Bust circumference of the finished shirt XS 108, S 115, M 123, L 131, XL 138, 2XL 146, 3XL 154, 4XL 162, 5XL 169 cm, approximately XS 42½”, S 45½”, M 48½”, L 51½”, XL 54¼”, 2XL 57½”, 3XL 60¾”, 4XL 63¾“, 5XL 66¾”.
Featured in size M on a 93 cm / 36½” bust.

Gauge
26 stitches by 34 rows = 4” x 4” (10 x 10 cm) using size US 2.5 / 3.00 mm needles in stockinette stitch, after washing and blocking.

Suggested Yarn
Approximately 175, (200), 225, (250), 275, (300), 350, (375), 400 grams of BC Garn “Tussah Tweed”, 50 grams = 250 meters / 275 yards, featured in color 031 (khaki). That is approximately 875, (1000), 1125, (1250), 1375, (1500), 1750, (1875), 2000 meters.

Yarn Alternative
Knitting For Olive “Pure Silk”.

Suggested Needles
US 2.5 / 3.00 mm, 60 - 80 cm / 24” - 32” circular knitting needles or needles to obtain gauge for the main body +
US 1.5 / 2.50 mm, 25 - 40 cm / 10” - 16” circular knitting needles for the neck and sleeves ribbing.

Notions
2 knitting markers