This top is created using the Hexi-style. Starting with one panel, you will work in the round from the armpit, radiating outwards to form one arm and one side of the body. Next, you will create the sleeve by closing the top of your panel. You can then add more rounds to increase the width and height of the body, without making the sleeves any wider or longer.
 
Repeat this process for the second panel and finally, you will join both panels at the centre front and back to form the neckline opening. 
 
Level of difficulty: Intermediate/Advanced
Crochet language: US Crochet terms
You will need:
4 mm crochet hook
Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers
4ply (size 2) yarn of your choice. I used Paintbox 100% cotton 4ply.
Pattern requires basic knowledge of the following crochet stitches:
Slip stitch, chain, single crochet, double crochet and treble crochet
 
Yarn requirements (approximately*):
S: 1200 yards               M: 1300 yards
L:  1450 yards              XL: 1650 yards
2XL: 1900 yards           3XL: 2150 yards
4XL: 2500 yards           5XL: 3000 yards
*Some of my testers used much less, some much more.