Matsu Tank by Natasha Robarge

Matsu Tank

Crochet
May 2016
Sport (12 wpi) ?
24 stitches = 4 inches
in pattern stitch with larger hook, see notes
3.75 mm (F)
3.25 mm (D)
336 - 672 yards (307 - 614 m)
34½ (38½ , 42½ , 46½ , 50½ )" bust, finished size
US
English
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The Matsu Tank Top is a short tank that will become your go-to summer staple. It is worked top down for easy length adjustments. Created with a fluid, yarn-efficient lace stitch, this is casual with jeans or elegant with long linen pants.

DESIGNER Natasha Robarge

FINISHED SIZE 34½ (38½ , 42½ , 46½ , 50½ )“ bust circumference, measured when laid flat. To fit 34 (38, 42, 46, 50)” bust circumference. Garment shown measures 34½ “, modeled with 1” ease. Garment stretches lengthwise and hugs the body when worn.

YARN Quince & Co. Sparrow (100% organic linen; 168 yd 155 m/1¾ oz 50 g; ): sans 200, 2 (3, 3, 4, 4) skeins.

HOOK Sizes F/5 (3.75 mm), D/3 (3.25 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

NOTIONS Yarn needle.

GAUGE 24 sts (4 patt reps) and 7 rows = 4” in main body patt with larger hook, when measured flat after blocking.