Lottie Tank

*The Lottie Tank is a crocheted tank made from a cotton yarn, perfect for a summer day. This simple design features tie shoulders and a double V neckline and back. There are instructions for long or short ties for the ability to make a bow, or just make a small knot. The ties can be knotted at different heights for a higher or lower neckline. There are instructions in the pattern to customize the length of the tank itself for your favorite fit.* **CONSTRUCTION** — The Lottie Tank is worked flat from side to side, increasing and decreasing throughout. The entire tank is made in just 2 panels that are crocheted together at the end with a slip stitch down the center front and center back. The tie straps are made from chaining an extra number of stitches and working a longer piece for a time before decreasing again. **SUPPLIES** — 670 (765) 805 (945) 990 (1105) 1200 (1325) 1385 yards // 615 (700) 735 (865) 905 (1010) 1095 (1210) 1265 meters of Bernat Softee Cotton in color ‘Cotton’ (120g, 254yd skein) or similar DK yarn to meet gauge. 4mm(G6) Crochet hook, or size to meet gauge 4.5mm(7) Crochet hook, or 1 size larger that above Notions: 2 stitch markers, scissors, yarn needle, measuring tape Optional: Gauge ruler, stitch/row counter, blocking mat **SIZES** — 1 (2) 3 (4) 5 (6) 7 (8) 9 Finished bust measurement: 32 (37) 40 (45) 48 (53) 56 (61) 65" [[81 (94) 101 (114) 122 (135) 142 (155) 165 cm]] This tank is designed with 2-4” (5-10 cm) of positive ease for a relaxed fit at the bust that drapes straight down through the body. The sample pictured in this pattern is worn with 3” (7.5 cm) of ease. **GAUGE** — (4mm) 16 sts x 12 rows = 4x4" (10x10 cm) in half double crochet stitch worked flat **SKILLS** — This is a written pattern assuming foundational garment crocheting knowledge and is not intended to be beginner friendly. Supplemental research or practice to learn new skills may be required to complete this project. This pattern requires a working knowledge of: crochet flat in rows, increasing, decreasing, and seaming pieces together. Seaming methods suggested in this pattern are able to be substituted with any other method.