Beach Bound Tank

Beach Bound Tank by Michelle Ferguson

What is Being Made

The Beach Bound Tank is a sleeveless crochet tank top designed for warm-weather wear. This garment is worked from the bottom up, with a finished trim added after the main body is complete. The tank top is available in five sizes ranging from extra small (30" bust) to extra large (46" bust), with yardage requirements scaling from 575 yards for the smallest size to 950 yards for the largest size. The finished garment includes 1" of positive ease from the bust measurement, allowing for comfortable wear.

Crochet Techniques and Construction

This intermediate-level crochet project employs a bottom-up construction method, which allows crafters to try on the garment as it progresses and adjust the fit before completing the final trim. The pattern utilizes several fundamental crochet techniques that intermediate makers will recognize and appreciate. The primary stitch used throughout the body creates texture and drape suitable for a tank top silhouette.

Stitches Used

The Beach Bound Tank pattern incorporates the following stitches:

• Herringbone half double crochet (hhdc) – The main stitch used for constructing the body of the tank, creating a textured fabric with excellent drape
• Herringbone half double crochet 2 together (hhdc2tog) – A decrease stitch used for shaping the garment
• Single crochet (sc) – Likely used for finishing edges and trim work
• Double crochet (dc) – Used in combination with chain stitches for decorative elements
• Triple crochet (tc) – An advanced stitch incorporated into the pattern
• V-stitch (v-st) – Constructed as (dc, ch 1, dc) all in one stitch, creating an open, lacy effect
• Chain stitch (ch) – The foundation stitch used to begin the project

Materials and Gauge

The Beach Bound Tank is designed to be worked with DK weight (#3) yarn, a medium-light yarn that creates a fabric with excellent drape and breathability—ideal for a summer tank top. The pattern is shown in Cotlin Reflections in Cirrus 27868, a yarn blend that combines cotton and linen for a cool, breathable fabric perfect for beach and warm-weather wear.

Crafters will need a G+ (4.5mm) crochet hook to achieve the correct gauge. The pattern specifies a gauge of 14 herringbone half double crochet stitches by 12 rows equals 4 inches, which is important to measure and match for proper fit. Additional materials include scissors, a measuring tape, and a yarn needle for weaving in ends.

Sizing and Yardage Requirements

• XS: 30" bust / 575 yards
• S: 34" bust / 606 yards
• M: 38" bust / 734 yards
• L: 42" bust / 868 yards
• XL: 46" bust / 950 yards

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for crocheters who have mastered basic stitches and are ready to tackle garment construction. The use of specialized stitches like herringbone half double crochet and decreases requires some experience, though the bottom-up construction method provides opportunities to check fit as the work progresses.

Pattern by Two Brothers Blankets. For more information, visit www.ravelry.com/stores/two-brothers-blankets or contact twobrothersblankets@gmail.com