Joanna Tank

$8.00

The Joanna Tank is a fitted tank top with a striking crossover mock V-neck. It's worked top down with short rows and optional waist shaping along the body. The armhole edges and collar are both worked in double knitting for a clean refined look. Additionally, this pattern contains optional horizontal (fixed sizing) and custom vertical bust darts.

This pattern is recommended for intermediate knitters.  

The sample pictured is a size 2 with waist shaping and no bust darts. Emily is 5’1” with a 34” bust and normally wears a size 2.

Check out the Joanna Tank Lookbook to see test knitter versions of the pullover.

The Joanna Tank is a fitted tank top with a striking crossover mock V-neck. It's worked top down with short rows and optional waist shaping along the body. The armhole edges and collar are both worked in double knitting for a clean refined look. Additionally, this pattern contains optional horizontal (fixed sizing) and custom vertical bust darts.

This pattern is recommended for intermediate knitters.  

The sample pictured is a size 2 with waist shaping and no bust darts. Emily is 5’1” with a 34” bust and normally wears a size 2.

Check out the Joanna Tank Lookbook to see test knitter versions of the pullover.

CONSTRUCTION OVERVIEW

The tank top is worked top down, first flat, then in the round. The back is worked flat with short rows to shape the shoulders and the front is picked up from the cast-on edge. After working to the armhole depth, the body is joined in the round and can then be worked with optional bust darts (horizontal and vertical) and waist shaping. The body is then finished in 1x1 half-twisted rib. The armholes and collar are then worked in double knitting with decreases on the collar for a snug fit. The sides of the collar are then sewn to the bottom of the V-neck using a mattress stitch.

SIZING

The Joanna tank is designed to be worn with approximately 0-2 in [0-5 cm] of negative ease, meaning the circumference of the tank is approximately 0-2 in [0-5 cm] smaller than your bust. For this pattern, I recommend choosing a size based on your upper chest circumference (the circumference at your underarm) to ensure you have a snug fit and the edges of the tank line up with your shoulders.

Sizes: (1, 2, 3) [4, 5, 6] (7, 8, 9, 10)

To fit upper chest: (29.5-31, 32.5-34.5, 36-37.5) [39-41, 42.5-44, 45.5-47.5] (49-50.5, 52.5-54, 55.5-57, 58.5-60.5) in [(75-79, 83-88, 91-95) [99-104, 108-112, 116-121] (124-128, 132-137, 141-145, 149-154) cm]

To fit bust: (28-30, 32-34, 36-38) [40-42, 44-46, 48-50] (52-54, 56-58, 60-62, 64-66) in [(71-76, 81-86, 91-96) [102-107, 112-117, 122-127] (132-137, 142-147, 152-157, 162-167) cm]

Garment circumference: (28, 32, 36) [40, 44, 48] (52, 56, 60, 64) in [(71, 81, 91) [102, 112, 122] (132, 142, 152, 163) cm]

Note: Sizes 8-10 were not tested. If you are interested in knitting any of these sizes, I’m happy to offer the pattern for free in exchange for feedback on the fit. Please email emily@emknits.co for more information.

YARN

(675, 780, 820) [940, 1000, 1100] (1175, 1225, 1325, 1400) yards [(620, 715, 750) [860, 915, 1005] (1075, 1120, 1210, 1280) meters] of fingering weight yarn

For this pattern, I recommend using yarn that has elasticity and memory (like a wool or wool blend) to ensure the collar can go over your head but also maintain its shape.

NEEDLES

US size 2.5 [3 mm] circular needles 24, 32 or 40 in [60, 80 or 100 cm]

US size 2 [2.75 mm] circular needles 24, 32 or 40 in [60, 80 or 100 cm]

MATERIALS

Stitch markers

Tapestry needle

GAUGE

29 st x 40 rows on 4x4 in [10 x 10 cm] using US size 2.5 [3 mm] needles in stockinette, blocked

TECHNIQUES

Backwards loop cast on

Cable cast on

Double knitting

German short rows

German twisted cast on

Grafting

Increasing and decreasing

Italian bind off

Lifted increases (for vertical darts only)

Mattress stitch

DISCLAIMER

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