New Terrain

This pattern has been test knitted and tech edited.

New Terrain is an updated version of Terrain Tee, originally created in collaboration with We Are Knitters for their Makers Around the World Collection: Summer Edition 2021. The original pattern was available exclusively as part of a yarn kit sold by WAK. As the kits are now sold out and WAK no longer holds the copyright to the pattern, the design has been updated and renamed as New Terrain.

New Terrain is more than just a name change—it comes with a range of thoughtful improvements. It is now seamless, knit top-down in the round and is available in a wider range of sizes. Short rows are added at the shoulders to create a more tailored and comfortable fit. The revised, cropped length lends the piece a fresh, refined silhouette. If you prefer a longer tee, refer to the instructions for guidance on where and how to add length.

The design is inspired by mountains and the natural landscape. Stylized with clean, angular motifs, the linear patterns are created using vertical and diagonal slipped stitches across the fabric.

Styling Tips

With its clean lines and slightly cropped silhouette, New Terrain pairs effortlessly with high-waisted trousers, skirts, or shorts. Wear it with a flowy midi skirt for a soft, balanced look, or style it with tailored pants or denim for a more structured outfit. The reversible design also allows for subtle variation in styling—choose the side that best complements your mood or outfit.

NOTES AND TECHNIQUES

New Terrain is knit from the top down, starting at the shoulders with short rows shaping. The front and back are worked flat to the underarms, then joined and worked in the round to the hem. The neckline is left unfinished, allowing the stockinette stitch to roll naturally. The armholes are finished with 1x1 ribbing.
Before you begin, knit a gauge swatch for the front pattern using the written instructions, with an accompanying chart provided for reference. The front pattern on the actual tee is worked from written instructions designed to be easy to follow.

FINISHED BUST CIRCUMFERENCE

Size 1 (2, 3, 4)(5, 6, 7)
82.5 (97, 111.5, 126.5)(141, 155.5, 170) cm /
32½ (38¼, 44, 49¾)(55½, 61¼, 67) inches

The sample is knit in Size 2 and modeled with 12.5 cm / 5” positive ease at bust. Suggested ease: + 5-20 cm / 2-8”.

YARN

Fingering weight yarn (held double), or DK weight yarn matching gauge
Papiput Ethera (fingering weight)
(400 m / 437 yards per 100 g skein, 50% merino, 50% lotus flower fibre)
Sample colour: Tembaga

1020 (1280, 1615, 1930)(2335, 2700, 3135) m /
1115 (1400, 1765 ,2110)(2550, 2955, 3430) yards
3 (4, 4, 5)(6, 7, 8) skeins

In the sample, two strands of fingering weight yarn are held together to achieve a DK weight. The estimated yardage provided reflects the total amount of yarn needed when held double. If you would like to substitute with a single strand of DK weight yarn, you will need approximately half the yardage above.

NEEDLES

One 3.5 mm / US 4 circular needle, 60 cm / 24” or longer
One 4.5 mm / US 7 circular needle, 60 cm / 24” or longer

GAUGE (after blocking)

21.5 sts and 24 rows = 10 cm in Stockinette st with 4.5 mm / US 7 needle.
34 sts and 34 rows = 15.5 cm / 6” width and 13 cm / 5” height in Front Pattern with 4.5 mm / US 7 needle.

NOTIONS

Stitch markers, stitch holder or waste yarn, cable needle, tapestry needle for weaving in ends.

TAG

We would love to see your work! Please share pictures of your knitting with the hashtag #newterraintee

SPECIAL THANKS

Deep gratitude to a team of kind and committed test knitters who offered their time and resources to work through the pattern to make sure that it is as clear and error-free as possible: Joana, Aya, Qiu Fang, Elaine, Monica, Akiko, Eveline, Shermeen, Christiane, Monika, Winnie and Fiona.

Special thanks to Naoko Ogawa (Strands of Life) for tech editing.

PHOTO CREDIT

Photos are kindy taken by @amelia_put and modeled by Kim @shirasuboshii.

New Terrain pattern is also available on Ravelry.