Hey, crochet friends! I’ve got something exciting to share today just as we head into warmer weather - the Obi Tank Top pattern! It’s a super cute, super quick project that’s perfect for the warmer months. If you’re looking for a comfy, stylish piece to add to your spring and summer wardrobe, this one’s for you!

So, why should you drop everything and start crocheting this free crochet tank top pattern? Let me tell you!

- It works up fast: This is a great pattern if you want a finished make in a flash. We’re using DK weight yarn, which is lightweight and works up quickly and gives you great drape. Before you know it, you’ll have a brand-new tank ready to wear!

- Wide Straps (Goodbye, Bra Strap Woes!): One of the things I love most about this top is the wide straps. Not only do they give the tank a flattering, comfy fit but they also hide your bra straps! (No more tugging at your top to make sure your straps aren’t showing.)

- Perfect for Spring & Summer: Made with breathable cotton yarn, this tank is ideal for the warmer weather. Whether you’re out running errands, hanging out with friends, or just enjoying the sunshine, this tank will keep you cool and cute.

- Free Pattern, Y’all!: I want everyone to be able to make this, so I’m offering the Obi Tank Top pattern for free! It’s beginner-friendly, and I’ve made sure the instructions are clear and easy to follow, so even if you’re new to crochet, you’ll have no problem.

AND, the Obi Tank Top has a fantastic texture - the puff stitch! The puff stitch is one of those little things that adds a lot of punch to a project. It’s textured, squishy, and just looks so pretty! I love this stitch so much (check out the Townsville Top, Gables Wrap, Manko Puff Stitch Infinity Scarf, Helix Puff Stitch Beanie).

AND the pattern is written for two lengths, cropped and standard. So you can make the Obi Tank Top into the perfect warm-weather closet staple for YOU!

Supply List:
Category #3 DK weight Yarn (Wool And The Gang Shiny Happy Cotton in Sample. KnitPicks CotLin also recommended.)
Crop length: 700 (775, 870, 970) yds / 640 (709, 796, 887) m
Standard length: 880 (970, 1090, 1210) yds / 805 (887, 997, 1107) m
Crochet Hook Size I / 5.5 mm
Tapestry needle to weave ends
Tape Measure
Fasteners or safety pins

GAUGE: 4”sq = 7 sts x 8 rows in *PS stitch, ch1*

Sizes: Small (Medium, Large, 1X)

Finished Measurements: Bust: 34.5 (37.5, 41, 44.5)” / 87.63 (95.25, 104.14, 113.03) cm

Stitches Used / Abbreviations:
fsc – foundation single crochet
sc - single crochet
dc – double crochet
PS – Puff Stitch

Puff Stitch (PS):
Wrap yarn over hook; insert hook into ch sp, wrap yarn over hook & pull through leaving 3 loops on hook
Wrap yarn over hook; insert hook into same ch sp, wrap yarn over hook & pull through leaving 5 loops on hook
Wrap yarn over hook and pull through ALL 5 loops to create the “puff” stitch

NOTES:
This pattern is written for Adult Woman Small. (Sizes Medium, Large &1X in parenthesis)
This pattern is written for “cropped” style. Standard version option noted.

To make this for a specific “fitted” size you will want to measure the width you want for the waist then make your initial ribbing to be one inch LESS than that measurement. You may require more yarn.

This pattern is made in two panels, front & back.

Block BEFORE assembly

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PATTERN
MAKE TWO PANELS:

Band
Row 1: Fsc x 10 (alternate: ch 9, turn, ch 1, 9 sc across), turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, 9 x sc in back loop only.
Rows 3-60 (66, 72, 78): Repeat Row 2.
Do not cut yarn – you will go directly to work the body.

Body
Row 1: Ch 1 (acts as first sc), sc across placing 1 sc in the side of each row of band for a total of 60 (66, 72, 78) sc, turn.
Row 2: Ch 2 (acts as dc), skip first sc, *PS in next sc, ch 1, sk next sc,* Repeat from * to * to last sc, dc in last sc, turn. 29 (32, 35, 38) PS.
Row 3: Ch 2 (acts as dc), * PS in ch-1 sp, ch 1, skip PS* Repeat from * to* to last dc, dc in dc, turn.
Rows 4-18: Repeat Row 3.
*** NOTE: For Standard style add 8 rows here before going on ***

Shape Armholes
Row 1: Ch 3, sk next ch-1 and PS, * PS in ch-1 sp, ch 1, skip PS* Repeat from * to* to last dc, dc in dc, turn. 28 (31, 34, 37) PS remain.
Rows 2-7 (8, 9, 10): Ch 3, sk next ch-1 and PS, * PS in ch-1 sp, ch 1, skip PS* Repeat from * to* to beg ch-3, dc in top of ch 3, turn. 22 (25, 28, 31) PS remain
Row8 (9,10,11): Ch2(actsasdc),*PSinch-1sp,ch1,skipPS*Repeatfrom*to*tobegch-3,dcintopofch-3, turn.
Rows 9 (10, 11, 12)-10 (12, 12, 13): Ch 2 (acts as dc), * PS in ch-1 sp, ch 1, skip PS* Repeat from * to* to last dc, dc in dc, turn.

First Strap
Row 1: Ch 2, * PS in ch-1 sp, ch 1, skip PS* Repeat from * to* 3 (4, 4, 5) more times, dc into next ch-1 sp, turn. 4 (5, 5, 6) PS.
Rows 2-4 (4, 6, 6): Ch 2 (acts as dc), * PS in ch-1 sp, ch 1, skip PS* Repeat from * to* to last dc, dc in dc, turn.
Row 5 (5, 7, 7): Ch 1, sc in each st
Fasten off.

Second Strap
Re-attach yarn and Work Rows 1-5 (5, 7, 7) as for First Strap. At the end of last row, turn.
Then sc in each st across top of strap, 2 sc in corner st, sc down side of strap working approx 2 sc in the side of each row, sc across neckline and back up First Strap and across top of First Strap. Fasten off.

BLOCK BEFORE ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY: ***Same for ALL sizes***
Marry your two panels INSIDE OUT

Using your stitch marker or fastener, pin the panels together at Row 1 of Armhole Shaping beginning at bottom ribbing, connect the panels with sc up the seam
when you get to fastener, fasten off.

Whip stitch the straps together across the top sc row

TURN RIGHT SIDE OUT – weave in all ends

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