Tower Tank Top Free Knitting Pattern

Tank tops are the kind of garment you really can never have enough of. And what better way to bulk up your wardrobe than with one that is handmade? Depending on your fiber choices, a tank top can be your warm weather go to or a cozy first layer you slip on to start a chilly day.

Tower Tank Top Free Knitting Pattern is size inclusive!

If you’re a knitting newbie or even an intermediate knitter looking for a quick and satisfying project, we’ve got the perfect free pattern for you. Today, we’ll introduce you to the Tower Tank; an exceptional beginner knitting tank top pattern that boasts a minimalistic design, simple garter stitch banding at the top and hem, and wide, comfortable straps.

Best of all, it comes in 15 sizes, making it truly size-inclusive.

The Tower Tank Top Free Knitting Pattern is perfect for beginners

If you dread the thought of sewing seams, this pattern has got you covered. It is designed to be knit in the round, giving your tank top a seamless finish. Just weave in a couple of ends and you’re good to go! This method also streamlines the knitting process, making it even more accessible for beginners.

Forget spaghetti straps that dig into your shoulders and leave you scratching your head when choosing a bra; this tank top pattern features wide, practical traps that ensure maximum comfort. Whether you’re out for a casual day or layering for cooler weather, the Tower Tank Top free knitting pattern has you covered.

Knitting should be for everyone, and this free pattern truly embraces that philosophy. It comes in 15 sizes, ensuring that knitters of many body types can create a tank top that fits them perfectly.

Let’s knit the Tower Tank Top Free Knitting Pattern

Sizes: XXS (XS, S, M) {L, XL, XXL, 1X} [2X, 3X, 4X, 5X] (6X, 7X, 8X)

Finished Measurements:
Bust: 32.75 (34.25, 36.5, 38) {40.25, 42, 44, 45.75} [48, 49.5, 51.75, 53.25] (55.5, 57.25, 59.5)”
Length to underarm: 13 (13, 13, 13) {14, 14, 14, 14][15, 15, 15, 15](15.5, 15.5, 15.5, 15.5)”
Top of tank height: 3.25 (3.25, 3.25, 3.25) {3.75, 3.75, 4.25, 4.25} [4.75, 4.75, 5.5, 5.5] (6, 6, 6)”
Width of front/back at armhole: 14.5 (15.25, 16.5, 17.25) {18 18.5, 19, 19.75} [21, 21, 22, 22.75] (23.25, 24, 25)”
Width of front/back at top: 10 (11, 12, 13) {13, 14, 13, 14} [14.5, 14.5, 14.75, 15.5] (15.25, 16, 17)”

Supply List:
Uru.Yarn Silk DK 300 yards (274 m) / 100 g85% Merino Wool, 15% Silk
Shown in Colorway:Taupily

This yarn is no longer available - use your favorite DK weight yarn instead

2 (2, 2, 3){3, 3, 4, 4} [4, 5, 5, 5](6, 6, 7, 7) skeins OR 600 (600, 600, 900){900, 900, 1200, 1200}[1200, 1500, 1500, 1500](1800, 1800, 2100, 2100) yards estimated per size.
US 7 / 4.5 mm circular needle
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle to weave ends
Stitch holders (or dpn)

GAUGE: 4” sq = 21 sts x 28 rows in stockinette stitch

Abbreviations:
K: knit
P: purl
BO: Bind Off
CO: cast on
k2tog: knit 2 together
pm: place marker
ssk: slip, slip, knit
st(s): stitch(es)
sm: slip marker
RS: Right Side
WS: Wrong Side

NOTES: This pattern is written for “cropped” style. Standard version option would require more yarn as noted.
The yarn used in the sample has been discontinued. Try out any of these fantastic DK weight options, like perennial favorites Swish DK or CotLin.

Instructions
CO 172 (180, 192, 200) {212, 220, 232, 240} [252, 260, 272, 280] (292, 300, 312) sts; pm, join to work in the round, being sure not to twist.
Work 10 rounds in Garter St, beginning with a knit round.
Next Rnd:K 86 (90, 96, 100) {106, 110, 116, 120} [126, 130, 136, 140] (146, 150, 156) sts, pm, knit to marker.

BODY
Work in Stockinette St until approximately 13 (13, 13, 13) {14, 14, 14, 14} [15, 15, 15, 15] (15.5, 15.5, 15.5, 15.5)” from CO edge.
***Add more rows here for lengthier tank – you will need more yarn.***

Shape Underarms
Underarms are created by binding off sts before and after each marker to create armholes, and the front and back will then be worked separately.
Note: Gauge tends to change when switching from in the round to fat knitting. Change needle size as needed to maintain gauge.

Underarm BO and Front/Back Division
Rnd 1: Knit to marker, sm, k 81 (85, 91, 95) {100, 104, 108, 112} [118, 120, 126, 130] (9134, 138, 144) sts, BO last 5 (5, 5, 5) {6, 6, 8, 8} [8, 10, 10, 10] (12, 12, 12) sts.
Rnd 2: Remove marker, BO frst 5 (5, 5, 5) {6, 6, 8, 8} [8, 10, 10, 10] (12, 12, 12) sts, knit to 5 (5, 5, 5) {6, 6, 8, 8} [8, 10, 10, 10] (12, 12, 12) sts before marker, BO 10 (10, 10, 10) {12, 12, 16, 16} [16, 20, 20, 20] (24, 24, 24) sts (removing marker), knit to end.
There are now 76 (80, 86, 90) {94, 98, 100, 104} [110, 110, 116, 120] (122, 126, 132) sts on each side.

FRONT SIDE
Working flat and working both sides separately,
Next Row (WS):Purl.
Dec Row (RS): Ssk, knit across to last 2 sts, k2tog. 2 sts dec’d.
Working in Stockinette St patt as est, repeat Dec Row every RS row 10 (10, 10,10) {12, 12, 14, 14} [16, 16, 18, 18] (20, 20, 20) more times. 54 (58, 64, 68) {68, 72, 70, 74} [76, 76, 78, 82] (80, 84, 90) sts remain.
Work in Garter St for 6 rows, ending with a RS row.
Next Row (WS): Place 8 sts on stitch holder, BO all sts to last 8 sts, k 8.

FIRST STRAP
Work over these 8 sts in Garter St until strap is desired length.
Place these 8 sts on a stitch holder and set aside.

SECOND STRAP
Join yarn to other side of tank front, and work as for front strap.

BACK SIDE
Join yarn to left-hand side of tank back, and work as FRONT SIDE, including straps.

FINISHING
Using 3 needle bind off, join straps with WS facing each other. Block and weave in ends.

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