As the weather starts to warm up, I’m ready to put away sweaters for something lighter. This is what inspires the Summer Knit Beginner Tank Top.

During the time of this pattern (possibly as you are still reading this), we are all mostly staying at home, and I was determined to use my stash. I found some excellent Cascade Pima Cotton Yarn and had enough to create a two-color summer top.

But as usual, my stash surprised me with a second option, the Fleece Artist Merino 3/6; only I had held onto this yarn for so long it is currently discontinued. I almost didn’t use it, but then I thought this was the perfect opportunity to talk about yarn substitutes and using whatever you have that will work. Take a chance! I also think the Furls Whims DK yarn would be perfect for this! As long as you can match gauge, then you can knit away. See what is in your stash that will work for this pattern.

The weather is starting to warm up so now is the time to start those fun summer garments. And this one is a relaxing easy knit, perfect for practicing those lazy summer vibes while soaking up some sun.

SUPPLIES
Yarn
Cascade Pima Cotton in colorways
China Pink & Pink Sapphire
Also shown in: Fleece Artist Merino 3/6 in colorway Peacock (bio pic)

Yardage
XS: 455 yards, 3 skeins
S: 502 yards, 3 skeins
M: 625 yards, 3 skeins
L: 724 yards, 4 skeins
1X: 827 yards, 4 skeins
2X: 959 yards, 5 skeins
3X: 1,100 yards 5 skeins

Other Materials

• Size 4 (3.5 mm) circular needles or size to obtain gauge, minimum 24 inch cords
• Removable stitch markers if needed
• Yarn needle to weave in ends
• Scissors

PATTERN DETAILS
Measurements

Finished Bust Sizes (includes ease)
XS: 32.5” (83 cm)
S: 35” (88 cm)
M: 40” (102 cm)
L: 44” (112 cm)
1X: 49” (125 cm)
2X: 51.5 “ (131 cm)
3X: 56.5 (144 cm)

See schematic in photos for more information on sizing

Skill level
Advanced Beginner

Gauge
20 sts and 26 rows = 4x4” (10 cm)
in Stockinette Stitch (Knit Stitch)

Abbreviations
p – purl
k - knit
k2tog-knit two together
sl1-k2tog-psso (defined in notes)
st(s) - stitch(es)
ssk - slip slip knit
RS - Right Side
WS - Wrong Side

Notes

• This pattern is worked from the bottom to top in two rectangle pieces and then seamed together at the sides and top shoulders. Create two rectangle pieces for front and back.

Special Stitches

ssk: slip the next 2 stitches, one at a time, as if to knit, to the right needle. Insert the left needle into the fronts of these two stitches and knit them together. One stitch decreased and leans to the left.

sl1-k2tog-psso: slip one stitch, knit-wise, from the left hand to the right-hand needle. Knit the next two stitches on the left-hand needle together (k2tog). Using the left-hand needle tip, lift the slipped stitch up and over the k2tog, and let it fall off the right hand needle tip. Two stitches are decreased.

Alternating Cable Cast On for Ribbing: https://brianakdesigns.com/how-to-knit-cast-on/

Mattress Seam: https://brianakdesigns.com/how-to-do-the-knit-mattress-seam/

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