Does your wardrobe need some summer knits? Want something to wear on steamy summer days without sweating through, well, a sweater? This breezy cropped-style tank top is perfect for adding a bit of handknit to your summer look without weighing you down. Named for the lake house my family used to visit early every summer, this tank’s simple lace motif brings to mind vacations by the water.

SIZES - see last image for full schematic
Finished bust measurement: 33 (36, 39, 42, 45) 48, 51, 54, 57 {60, 63}“ / 84 (91.5, 99, 106.5, 114.5) 122, 129.5, 137, 145 {152.5, 160} cm
Depending on your desired fit and stretchiness of your yarn, choose a size with -2” to 3” of ease. For a top snug and stretchy in the bust, choose less ease. For an all-over loose fit, choose more ease.
Sample is modeled with -1” of ease
Instructions are included for adding length to the body of the garment if desired.

YARN
520 (580, 630, 680, 730) 780, 840, 910, 960 {1020, 1070} yards / 470 (530, 570, 620, 660) 710, 770, 830, 880 {920, 970} meters DK weight yarn (shown in Berroco Summer Silk in Lake - 45% Silk, 43% Cotton, 12% Nylon)

NEEDLES AND GAUGE
4” = 18 sts and 30 rows in stockinette (blocked)
4” = 20 sts and 24 rows in lace pattern (blocked)
Sample knit on size 8 needles

SUPPLIES
Worsted weight scrap yarn in contrasting color for provisional cast on
Stitch Markers
Stitch holders
Yarn needle

TECHNIQUES - tutorial links included in the pattern
Provisional Cast On
Kitchener Stitch
Pick up and Knit
3 Needle Bind off

This pattern has been professionally tech edited and has been test knit. Thank you to my test knitters!