Lighthouse Tunic Pattern

If you are planning a visit to Savannah, don’t forget to pack your swimsuit for a jaunt to Tybee Island. One of the lesser-known gems of the Atlantic beaches, this tiny barrier island just 18 miles from Savannah boasts a three mile stretch of wide, flat, pristine white sand. Since 1773, the Tybee Island Lighthouse, painted in an eye-popping graphic stripe, has been standing guard over the island.
The lighthouse inspired this body-skimming tunic, great to wear over a pair of white capris, shorts or your bathing suit. The swing-away design and color-blocking are a nod to the lighthouse’s shape and stripes. Its mid-thigh length and soft drape will flatter a wide range of body shapes and sizes. Wear it over a tank for a layered look, or wear it alone to show your tan to its best advantage. Either way, you may need some guarding of your own!

About this Project:

Skill Level: Easy

Finished Sizes: Finished bust sizes 34 (36, 391/2, 421/2)” [86, (91, 100, 108)cm]

Fit Tip: Designed with 0-2” (0-5cm) of ease at the bust. Please choose a size accordingly. Elisha is wearing the smallest size.

Project Gauge: 15 stitches and 22 rows = 4” (10cm) in stockinette stitch on larger needle

Shopping List:
Rowan All Seasons Cotton (60% cotton, 40% acrylic, 98 yards/90m); 7 (8, 8, 9) skeins Bleached #182 and 2 (2, 3, 3) skeins Gladioli #238
Size US 9 (5.5mm) 24” (60cm) circular needle
Size US 7 (4.5mm) 16” (40cm) circular needle
Stitch markers
Stitch holder
Tapestry needle