Inspired by the large and showy blooms that add softness and femininity to thorny cacti, the Cactus Flower tank features a relaxed silhouette with an unusual construction. This alluring knit is as much fun to make as it is to wear.

SKILL
Knitting

DIFFICULTY
Intermediate

SIZES
Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, 1X) (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
Shown in Small size with approx. 12” of positive ease.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Chest Circumference: 42½ (46½, 50½, 54½, 58½) (62½, 66½, 70½, 74½)”
Length: 28”

MATERIALS
Universal Yarn Dunescape (57% cotton, 30% viscose, 13% linen; 100g/262 yds)
• 114 Starfish (A) – 3 (3, 3, 3, 4) (4, 4, 4, 5) skeins
• 113 Guava (B) - 3 (3, 3, 3, 4) (4, 4, 4, 5) skeins
Needle: US Size 7 (4.5 mm) 16-40” circular and set of DPNs (or your preferred needle for knitting small circumferences), or size needed to obtain gauge
Notions: Tapestry needle, removable stitch markers, stitch markers

GAUGE
18 sts x 29 rnds = 4” in Two-Color Star Stitch Pattern
24 sts x 32 rnds = 4” in Stockinette Stitch (St st)
Save time, check your gauge.

PATTERN NOTES
This tank top is knit flat in four pieces and seamed. Stitches are cast on for the length of the garment and each piece is worked sideways. Neck shaping is incorporated into the front pieces. Both back pieces are worked alike. Stitches are picked up along the neck, sides, and hem to work edgings.

This top is intended to have an oversized fit with 10-12” of positive ease depending on how you like your garments to fit. If you are in between sizes, choose a size down for a closer fit or a size up for a looser fit.

The Two-Color Star Stitch Pattern is also charted for your convenience.