crochet top down sweater tutorial

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  • čas přidán 25. 11. 2022
  • how i make my top down mesh tops :)
    my pattern: drive.google.com/file/d/10eN_...
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  • @tiannagraham5210
    @tiannagraham5210 Před rokem +249

    at first i was super hesitant to make this bc of sizing (i’m a bigger girl and wearable crochet patterns are not big girl friendly 😭) but this seems like it might be adjustable to whatever size you are. i’m tempted to try it now!

    • @Yarnnnnn
      @Yarnnnnn Před rokem +22

      DO ITT!!! Unless you already did it, I bet it looks amazinggg

    • @madebybrie
      @madebybrie Před 10 měsíci +8

      same situation for me! i'm making it right now :))

    • @Yarnnnnn
      @Yarnnnnn Před 10 měsíci +5

      @@madebybrie it will look so good🤩🤩

    • @madebybrie
      @madebybrie Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@Yarnnnnn aww thank you sweetheart

    • @Minsungix
      @Minsungix Před 8 měsíci +2

      @@madebybrieHeyyy, how did it go?

  • @BTG413
    @BTG413 Před rokem +154

    I feel like this is such a quality tutorial. Like normally people are putting out super boxy sweaters. Just work up some rectangles and put em together. I love how you start yours for a more natural looking neck/shoulder area. Than you!

    • @nikitanightingale
      @nikitanightingale  Před rokem +21

      this comment made me so happy thank u so much 🥹🥹🥹

    • @angelsareout1822
      @angelsareout1822 Před rokem

      agree, I hate that too because it takes no skill to make big boxes, but this is pretty.

    • @TessaW-pj9kg
      @TessaW-pj9kg Před 4 měsíci

      I agree

  • @penelopecort6852
    @penelopecort6852 Před rokem +75

    I have been wanting to understand top down like this for ages. You have explained it beautifully. Thank you x

  • @gray5485
    @gray5485 Před 11 měsíci +42

    for ppl struggling in the comments: the method used for this sweater is called circular yoke, so if youre confused try looking up another circular yoke pattern/tutorial bc they are all done pretty much the same way!!

  • @ewatrela3015
    @ewatrela3015 Před rokem +16

    Dziękuję bardzo za super film. Właśnie skończyłam swój sweterek 😊❤. Bardzo dobrze pokazany i wytłumaczony tutorial.

  • @deecupine
    @deecupine Před 2 měsíci +12

    Wait... I could have been just changing my hook size this whole time!?!?!?!?? This is freaking genius.

  • @dilanowo8439
    @dilanowo8439 Před rokem +34

    I LOVE IT, I have just started to crochet it and you made the tutorial really understandable and funny to watch, thank yoou so much. Also, somehow I have a lot of white yarn in my closet and this project is perfect to use them

  • @xPERCYPOP
    @xPERCYPOP Před 10 měsíci +38

    If you're like me and you don't want huge boxy sleeves, I decreased the number of squares every other row when doing the sleeves and I think it turned out perfect!
    So basically I did the first row on the arms just like in the video but then after chaining 4 for the new row I skipped a square, and then I did the same when finishing up the row to make it symmetrical. Then I make the next row like normal and there are now 2 less sqares in the sleeve which means the sleeve would be baggier at the top and then get slimmer as you go down the arm.
    There may be a more elegant way to solve it, but it worked great for me! (I did use a 4mm hook though so idk how well it would work for other sizes)

    • @mycustompaintedlife502
      @mycustompaintedlife502 Před 3 měsíci

      No! That’s the perfect way to do a decrease! That’s a great idea and not having really noticed the sleeves, I’m grateful that you mentioned it. I’m going to have to check it out. That is a perfect solution for bagginess!

  • @aliviab7540
    @aliviab7540 Před rokem +10

    I was trying to do this without stitch markers and was struggling but once I added them I finally got it. Amazing tutorial 🫶🏽

  • @breannecurrie2908
    @breannecurrie2908 Před rokem +5

    ok this was so confusing to start but something that really helped me was literally drawing out a motif to make sure i had enough foundation chains. i also modified to add an extra chain between the treble crochets so mine wasn’t exactly like this. but it’s my first raglan attempt and this taught me so much!!

  • @cieloromero5618
    @cieloromero5618 Před 2 měsíci +2

    I love this pattern, this is the first time i’m trying to do crochet clothes, I’ve done other crochet things but never clothes, I’m glad I found your pattern because it’s gorgeous!

  • @user-hr1ro2kc1z
    @user-hr1ro2kc1z Před 9 měsíci +11

    I just finished the sweater today!! I love it so much i was nervous to make it because i had to make it bigger than the one in the video and i thought it would turn out too small but its perfect tysm for the tutorial

  • @checkyourballz
    @checkyourballz Před rokem +80

    This tutorial is absolutely amazing!! I just finished my one 2min ago I’m in love with it! Thank you sooo much

    • @hibanaim4786
      @hibanaim4786 Před rokem +8

      Heyy how long did it take u to finish this??❤

    • @Lara-mv2tp
      @Lara-mv2tp Před rokem +5

      How much yarn did you use?

    • @Lisa-lu8di
      @Lisa-lu8di Před 10 měsíci +3

      @@hibanaim4786 I just made one for my daughter and it took me a week but I only get roughly an hour a day to crochet so 7 hours if that helps 🙂

  • @dalilaguerra8313
    @dalilaguerra8313 Před rokem +7

    I make this sweater for my daughter y she loves it.
    Easy and clear instructions!
    Don’t worry about the lights it was perfect. Gracias ❤

  • @halahorani7762
    @halahorani7762 Před rokem +5

    thank you so much for this amazing tutorial I’m on the sleeves now and this doesn’t take too much time to make its so great thank you again 🌷🫶🏻

  • @liFeByshOOn
    @liFeByshOOn Před rokem +10

    I finished that top yesterday.
    It's so beautiful I really love it and thanks for tutorial 💜💜

    • @Aalyahrn
      @Aalyahrn Před rokem +1

      How long did it take you😅?

  • @maytecaballero9231
    @maytecaballero9231 Před rokem +9

    Thank you so much. You’re crochet pieces have really inspired me

  • @laurencreates359
    @laurencreates359 Před rokem +70

    I love how versatile this is! thank you for sharing :)

  • @carlaalemany1344
    @carlaalemany1344 Před rokem +2

    Thank you so much for this perfect explanation ! This is my first project and you made it so easy, super clear, you are awesome !

  • @Exoticaworship7
    @Exoticaworship7 Před rokem +7

    That's EXACTLY what I'm bout to make a dress out of my SHRUG! I 💜 crocheting because it's so versatile..oh new Subbie 😁

  • @kerrylaw100
    @kerrylaw100 Před rokem +4

    You are very beautiful and clever and also very kind … thank you I’m going to try to make this for my granddaughter who is your same size yay 😊

  • @kayoatley9305
    @kayoatley9305 Před 2 měsíci

    Thank you Nikita I have made 3 of these already and I will make more as it is much easier than doing different pieces and having to stitch all the parts together, and this is complete so there is less ends to hide away at the end, enjoyed every minute of making these net, jumpers ready for the summer that's if we have one as I live in the UK so we can never tell as I like to cover my arms up so these will be cooler than wearing a cardigan or jacket, so thank you and very good explanation how to make so well done, hope to see more of your examples of your next crochet items that you make x❤

  • @lgarvey2001
    @lgarvey2001 Před rokem +123

    so cute! I love your patterns because they're perfect for my 22 year old niece and my sons 22 yr old gf. I make both the same thing for Christmas and it's nice to know what the trends are :)

    • @vj3662
      @vj3662 Před rokem +15

      its so sweet of you to take the time to crochet something for your sons girlfriend :,)

    • @Kira-yv3xd
      @Kira-yv3xd Před rokem +4

      That’s so sweet!!

  • @esotericamare
    @esotericamare Před rokem +9

    this tutorial is so helpful omg thank you! it helped me make my first crochet piece

  • @karenb6791notakaren
    @karenb6791notakaren Před rokem +3

    Such a beautiful top! I may make one for my daughter this summer, thx! 😊👍🧶

  • @scottstevens3351
    @scottstevens3351 Před 5 měsíci

    Almost finished my first one and can’t thank you enough for this awesome tutorial!!!!!

  • @_scruffydog_
    @_scruffydog_ Před 7 měsíci +1

    Just made my first mesh top 😆 I love it thank you!

  • @isabelolivetti6737
    @isabelolivetti6737 Před rokem +4

    Just finished mine and excited to start a new one with different yarn! Thank you for the easy tutorial :) I especially love the neckline and fit.

  • @theverykewlperson
    @theverykewlperson Před rokem

    omg i just realized that this pattern was posted the day before my sisters birthday! im still making mine but i hope it turns out good!

  • @qwyt_9778
    @qwyt_9778 Před rokem +3

    Thank you sm for this! It's sooo cute

  • @quotes.harborrrrr
    @quotes.harborrrrr Před rokem +2

    such a savior!! I was very confused which sweater I should make. I recently started Crocheting and came to know you can make raglan sweaters too. otherwise yt is filled with square sweaters. Then I thought I should make raglan/top down but with mesh and your video appeared. i can finally make my first sweater in peace. hehe. Love this tutorial.

  • @lamawaleed4323
    @lamawaleed4323 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Ok so I am still working on my top but I just love it , it looks great and some or most of the comments are saying that the aren’t really getting the stitches and stuff but for me as a kind of a bigger ( I started 3 or 4 min ago) it is really good I understand everything + I thing I do to help me know my stitches better is that I kept the marking things she used in the beginning to help me notice where I need to increase
    So thank you a lot for this I appreciate the work you put into this 💗

  • @gabriellakarpiuk8784
    @gabriellakarpiuk8784 Před 11 měsíci +1

    I made this in white as well in about 3 evenings for my best friend's birthday (her beach pics came out great with it!!) and now I really want one for myself, so I'm pursuing a green color mix yarn that is much thinner and I'm hoping it doesn't flop. obv I'm altering the pattern a bit.

  • @keonnajohnson21kj
    @keonnajohnson21kj Před 11 měsíci

    You explained this good. 😊 I can't wait until I start my shrug to match with my bucket hat. ❤

  • @lanangel3832
    @lanangel3832 Před rokem +2

    That's so easy, i was scared at the first part tbh but it was the hardest part

  • @InTheLightOne
    @InTheLightOne Před 7 měsíci

    Haha ...just started the Distressed Top Down Shrug you show and had zero problems...just looked at the " transcript and also look at the video if I need to.....it is so cute...I am older women and love your style. I am skinny but toned and love that I can adjust the fit or length to do crop,waist length,dress.... keep them coming like your ideas and modifications of pattern....

  • @katiefreebie
    @katiefreebie Před rokem +1

    this was a great tutorial and i understood everything perfectly !!!!

  • @mikaelamoran8958
    @mikaelamoran8958 Před rokem +2

    u explained this so well!! thank you!

  • @laurenwedge4360
    @laurenwedge4360 Před rokem +2

    making this for my sister for christmas! thank you! :)

  • @jpwalker409
    @jpwalker409 Před rokem +4

    This is very easy to follow. You're the best teacher!! I don't say that often as I find most youtuber gets very long and I was lost after 10 minutes..

  • @nancypaul4806
    @nancypaul4806 Před měsícem +2

    You have done a wonderful job of explaining this project ! I have crocheted for 50+ years and there were zero questions after I watched the video. I am helping a high school student complete this for her final assignment and I think it’s going to be a breeze for her if she follows your directions. Koudos to you! Well done young lady . PS I appreciated the pdf directions too

    • @samfillis5682
      @samfillis5682 Před 28 dny

      I haven’t watched the whole video yet but planning on making this soon. Where did you find the pdf please? Thanks 😊

    • @nancypaul4806
      @nancypaul4806 Před 28 dny

      @@samfillis5682 click on my pattern and it will come

    • @nancypaul4806
      @nancypaul4806 Před 28 dny

      @@samfillis5682 if you click on my pattern it will open 👍🏻

    • @fioretou
      @fioretou Před 3 dny

      @@samfillis5682in the description

  • @mollyhuddle1
    @mollyhuddle1 Před rokem +1

    Thaaaaankyouuuu i made one and love it👏🏼♥️ great job

  • @kay-ro4hx
    @kay-ro4hx Před 29 dny

    Thanks for such a lovely tutorial! I was thinking about making a top like this and couldn’t figure out how to do it (I am not good without a pattern) but this was perfect! I had to restart because I messed up the increase on two different attempts but after watching the video really slow and pausing to look at the top when you had it on I was able to figure out my mistake. ❤😁

  • @mag10
    @mag10 Před 11 měsíci +1

    very easy to follow! also appreciate the important tips on details such as things being symmetrical, number of stitches having to be even or uneven... really helps make a beautiful piece :) thank you for the effort you put into this!

  • @pamelakruger-bezuidenhoudt4506

    Lovely tutorial and the top worked up very quickly.

  • @leaseen2924
    @leaseen2924 Před 11 měsíci +1

    I just made a chunky version and I’m in LOVE 🥰

    • @Lisa-lu8di
      @Lisa-lu8di Před 11 měsíci

      Is it the same stitch count with chunky yarn too?

  • @RandoClowno
    @RandoClowno Před 3 měsíci

    17:19
    I have to say this is an amazing tutorial. Ive never done mesh stitch before but its so relaxing and quick to work up!!

  • @nooryasser9108
    @nooryasser9108 Před rokem +2

    Ur so pretty and thank you for sharing this tutorial it’s so easy to leant from you and ur amazing thank you again love❤

  • @amandab6219
    @amandab6219 Před rokem +2

    This is a great tutorial!

  • @TaylorTheOtter
    @TaylorTheOtter Před 4 měsíci

    Changing hook sizes to change your crochet size is such a brilliant yet incredibly simple idea! My grandma didn't give me her collection of hooks in 0.5mm steps from 1mm all the way up to 6mm for nothing! After that I had to buy some for the bigger sizes. I couldn't find a 7.5mm hook so I carved one from wood. Good tip for anyone that wants to expand their collection in the bigger sizes. Get yourself a sharp pocket knife and just carve it out of a hardwood dowel. Or a dried branch if you wanna go hardcore.

  • @azelandra
    @azelandra Před rokem

    Great tutorial, easy to understand and easy to make with some experience

  • @bea2307
    @bea2307 Před rokem +1

    love this, thank you!!

  • @natquan1357
    @natquan1357 Před rokem +1

    this is so helpful thank you!!

  • @regin4587
    @regin4587 Před rokem

    im making one for my friend for a concert! tysm girlie

  • @LoopyLucy08221
    @LoopyLucy08221 Před rokem +1

    Lovely! Love your tutorial. ❤ thank you.

  • @angelsareout1822
    @angelsareout1822 Před rokem

    so talented.

  • @dianadisse2954
    @dianadisse2954 Před rokem +10

    I also have trouble with increasing at my third row. I did exactly like you did in row two, but can quite figure out how to do it at the third, fourth and fifth row, like you said...

    • @AnaPaula-po2qo
      @AnaPaula-po2qo Před rokem

      heyy i'm having the same issue tbh, did you figure it out?

  • @mirip2331
    @mirip2331 Před rokem

    Thank you for the tutorial ❤ when you do the body part in the second row do you switch to triple crochet under the arms or do you continue with double crochet all the way around?

  • @jovaniarioli7765
    @jovaniarioli7765 Před 5 měsíci

    Perfect tutorial!!! Thank you! ❤

  • @averymondragon8263
    @averymondragon8263 Před 3 měsíci

    This is an amazing tutorial, if you’re thinking about doing it, do it!!! Definitely bigger girl friendly, personally I ended up using a 4.5 mm hook the whole time and made it short sleeved instead of long sleeved. I did 86 chains initially and for the arm chain I did 17. For reference last time I measured myself I have a 42 in bust and 33 in waist.

  • @zhilyasardar9390
    @zhilyasardar9390 Před rokem +1

    Thank you so much I was so worried about it but I still did it I followed your instructions and it turned out so good thanks pls make more ❤❤❤❤

  • @dorkyjass
    @dorkyjass Před rokem +3

    omgg I’m making this rn 🥹

  • @lilydayton5330
    @lilydayton5330 Před rokem +1

    great tutorial :) I started making it at midnight because I was eager to start lol

  • @amandaparker9402
    @amandaparker9402 Před rokem +4

    This is unrelated but I just wanted to say you are so beautiful literally stunning

  • @malynlozano4325
    @malynlozano4325 Před rokem +313

    Im confused on the third row, specifically the increasing part, how'd u do the increase,like where and how many each row😭

    • @Raven-fm1xu
      @Raven-fm1xu Před rokem +27

      Only once in the "v" shape each time

    • @Raven-fm1xu
      @Raven-fm1xu Před rokem +17

      So like make a v inside the v each row

    • @jessicaxie1235
      @jessicaxie1235 Před rokem +24

      yeah so basically i stared at the video for a long time before if finally sorted out that you like basically increase once in each sort of corner so four total for each round. it goes in the v you made the previous round

    • @dianadisse2954
      @dianadisse2954 Před rokem +8

      @@jessicaxie1235 I still don't get it 😢.. you only have a "v" in the first row right? I think it's hard to know how to do it at row 3, 4 and so on. It's not shown in the video

    • @jessicaxie1235
      @jessicaxie1235 Před rokem +11

      @@dianadisse2954 Okay, so basically it's one 'v' per corner, so four 'v's in total for each row. the 'v' is made by an increase, so four increases each row.

  • @Kira-yv3xd
    @Kira-yv3xd Před rokem +4

    I haven’t crocheted in years but I found this quite easy to follow!! Thank u :-)

  • @myhandsgotsomebooze
    @myhandsgotsomebooze Před 6 měsíci

    OMG I love this so much thankss

  • @kil_jiwoo
    @kil_jiwoo Před měsícem

    Love this tutorial! Was searching for a pattern to make a dupe of a sweater a saw on a kpop idol and since im going on a concert of them i wanted to recreate it. Gonna have to make a hood to go with it tho

  • @royalebethany882
    @royalebethany882 Před rokem +1

    im gonna make this as a dress!

  • @princeafnan6555
    @princeafnan6555 Před rokem +1

    I really like the rings on your fingers

  • @elisaandreini1525
    @elisaandreini1525 Před rokem

    Hi! Thank you for this tutorial, it was very usefull. Can I ask you how much yarn took to you to do the long version?

  • @alexasworld7148
    @alexasworld7148 Před rokem

    Because I’m smaller on the top and bigger on the bottom to get my jumper baggy would I have to do an increase along the side of it ?

  • @Lisa-lu8di
    @Lisa-lu8di Před 11 měsíci +1

    I really love this pattern and how you explained it so easy for me to understand! Did you end up writing the pattern? I’ve made the small mesh top for my daughter but if she wants to add more length to it I’d like to see if I’d be able to read a pattern! Thanks so much 😊

  • @lynnrojas9128
    @lynnrojas9128 Před rokem +1

    Enjoyed this video, you are very clear on instructions & iis easy to follow. Can't wait to make this !!😊

  • @debbieprice939
    @debbieprice939 Před rokem

    Thank you 🙏 love ❤this top very well done 👍

  • @cyb3rlovrr
    @cyb3rlovrr Před rokem +2

    hii, i was wondering how you weaved in the ends, i couldn't find a tutorial for weaving in the ends for a triple crochet :(

  • @cami2970
    @cami2970 Před 19 dny +7

    hii, so i just finished making this top and thought i'd share my measurements! i typically wear a medium but i wanted a bit of a looser fit so i went for a pattern that should be able to fit a large.
    i used a 4.5 mm hook. in the foundation chain, i made 86 chains in total. when i counted those chains, i decided on 17 chains in between the stitch markers, 31 chains for the bust (adjust depending on your bust size but i suggest this chain # for a larger bust), and 11 chains in between the slst and stitch markers on both sides. i made 11 rounds, and then started on the arm holes. i chained 21 (quite oversized, if that's your preference), and continued my rounds on each side until i got a total of 21 rounds for the length of the arm. after i finished both arms, i made one more row around the entire top because i wanted it to be cropped, and i was content!
    i'm sorry if this was confusing, if u have any questions i'd be happy to answerr :3

    • @cinnamorollsmom
      @cinnamorollsmom Před 2 dny

      hi! tysm for this because i like my clothes to be loose too :) i just wanted to know something, by "11 chains in between the slst and stitch markers on both sides", what do you mean exactly? could you add a timestamp so i know what you are talking about? thanks :)

  • @Aroseintuitive
    @Aroseintuitive Před 4 měsíci +5

    7:52 start working stitches
    16:18 starting arm holes
    20:00

  • @itsmelissa5788
    @itsmelissa5788 Před 5 měsíci

    I love it! There is some left over cotton I can use to make it. And if I put aside less chains for the arms at the beginning and then do more increases to make the sleeves fit instead, I could make the body part wider, right?

  • @janiyahl.9456
    @janiyahl.9456 Před rokem +4

    Thank you for sharing this! I appreciate this very much.

  • @user-xj7nz2cf1f
    @user-xj7nz2cf1f Před rokem

    Hi! I really loved your tutorial and I want to make this, but what if I wanted to make this using a size 6 polyester yarn? I want to keep the same mesh look, so should I do anything differently? skip more stitches or anything?

  • @soniapeirson2223
    @soniapeirson2223 Před rokem +2

    Hi, great tutorial but how do you make it for a larger person? Do you just use a bigger crochet hook?

  • @mariaguzman-pp1cs
    @mariaguzman-pp1cs Před rokem

    I love it 😍 it’s so pretty 😊❤❤❤

  • @DLBlymire
    @DLBlymire Před 8 měsíci

    If I wanted more tapered sleeves at the wrist, would decreasing the size of the hook or adding decreases be better? Thank you so much for this tutorial!

  • @eli-bb9qx
    @eli-bb9qx Před rokem +7

    im honestly so lost- on the 2nd row, you say to skip one and go in the next chain but you skip 2 and go into the 3rd chain?

  • @banaalmomani8907
    @banaalmomani8907 Před 9 měsíci +11

    BROO I tried this and failed and Then tried again and STILL FAILED I’m going to cry because I wasted the whole weekend on thisss

    • @fionastube2011
      @fionastube2011 Před 2 měsíci +1

      Please don’t give up! Your weekend was not wasted. Crochet is a learning curve; as annoying as it can be, sometimes you just have to go through these trials. Try again, or put it down, do something else, and come back. Don’t get mad at me, but - do a washcloth! They’re great for practicing stitches, and small enough to easily complete. Repetitive stitching will give you confidence and a completed washcloth gives you just that. Keep trying! 😊

  • @rilka3632
    @rilka3632 Před rokem +1

    I'm kinda surprised at coming by this video... I'm actually making a hemlut lang crochet pullover dupe right now and was wondering how to structure the neckline

  • @tracyrivera69
    @tracyrivera69 Před rokem

    Beautiful !

  • @irlgreggrimaldis5836
    @irlgreggrimaldis5836 Před rokem

    How can I taper down the sleeves? I made it wide because I have bigger shoulders, so around my elbows it starts looking a little silly and too wide

  • @Alberthemariavlogs
    @Alberthemariavlogs Před rokem +2

    i dont get how you do the increase for the thrid row? can someone pls explain

  • @vapvap36
    @vapvap36 Před rokem +1

    hii do you mind making a tutorial for a star crochet jumper ?? ty !!

  • @beverlyblake8502
    @beverlyblake8502 Před 10 měsíci

    Thanks for sharing, very nice tutorial. Just subscribed!❤

  • @keaganbeecher7404
    @keaganbeecher7404 Před rokem

    definitely one of the easiest patterns for the net sweater, my stiches do look a little funky but that's bc i'm not the best at tc but really good easy to follow

  • @wilhelminawilliams200
    @wilhelminawilliams200 Před rokem +1

    I love your tutorial. Is something I have been looking for but it was difficult to see as the back ground is same as the yarn. Can you please use a darker background for lighter yarns. Thanks

  • @Liamkshss
    @Liamkshss Před 7 měsíci

    I love that font you used for the cover photo ik this video is like a year old but what font is it

  • @mariafernandadefaria
    @mariafernandadefaria Před 11 měsíci

    Muy bonito y explicas muy bien, gracias

  • @Joelleshop
    @Joelleshop Před rokem

    wow you are so fast in crochet

  • @emmagingras8720
    @emmagingras8720 Před rokem

    so cute! how many stitches are in each row of the sleeves?

  • @annanewsom4253
    @annanewsom4253 Před 10 měsíci

    Is there anyway to decrease the sleeves and make them smaller as it goes down? Where I work I can't have that wide of sleeves.

  • @sciencegeek46
    @sciencegeek46 Před rokem

    Does it matter if the foundation chain around the neck is an odd or even number of chains?