Round & V Neck Tank Tops in Stylecraft Bella Bella - 10099 - Downloadable PDF

Round & V Neck Tank Tops in Stylecraft Bella Bella – Pattern 10099

This downloadable PDF from Stylecraft contains two easy knit designs: a Round Neck Tank Top and a V Neck Tank Top, both worked in Stylecraft Bella Bella chunky yarn. The pattern covers a generous range of sizes, from 81/86 cm (32/34 in) to 122/127 cm (48/50 in) bust, making it an inclusive and versatile knit suitable for a wide range of body types. Rated as advanced beginner level, these tank tops are an ideal next step for knitters who have mastered the basics and are ready to tackle simple shaping.

About the Designs

Round Neck Tank Top

The Round Neck Tank Top is a classic, relaxed-fit sleeveless top with a neat, rounded neckline. It is worked in pieces — back and front — and then seamed together. The actual finished bust measurements range from 99 cm up to 139 cm, providing a comfortable, slightly oversized fit across all sizes. The construction begins at the lower hem with a neat ribbed border before transitioning into the main body fabric.

• Cast on method: Thumb method cast on, beginning with 89 stitches for the smallest size up to 125 stitches for the largest size on the back piece
• Hem border: 13 rows of 1x1 rib (knit one, purl one alternating), creating a tidy, stretchy lower edge that sits neatly against the body
• Main body: Worked in a straightforward stitch pattern using 5 mm needles, keeping the knitting accessible for advancing beginners
• Neckline shaping: A classic round neck opening, shaped with simple decreases to create a smooth, wearable curve
• Armhole shaping: Sleeveless styling with armhole shaping worked to give a clean, fitted edge

V Neck Tank Top

The V Neck Tank Top offers a stylish alternative with a flattering deep or shallow V-shaped neckline. Like the round neck version, it is constructed in separate back and front pieces and seamed. The V neck shaping adds a touch of elegance and is achieved through straightforward decrease rows, making it a great introduction to neckline shaping for advancing beginner knitters. Both tank tops share the same size range and overall construction approach, so knitters can easily make both from the same pattern sheet.

• V neckline shaping: Worked by dividing stitches at the centre front and decreasing on each side to form the characteristic V shape
• Hem border: Matching 1x1 rib lower edge, consistent with the round neck version for a coordinated finish
• Needle size: 5 mm needles throughout

Techniques Used

Both designs use fundamental knitting techniques that are well within reach of an advanced beginner knitter. The patterns provide an excellent opportunity to practise key skills including:

• Thumb method cast on — a stretchy, neat cast on well suited to ribbed hems
• 1x1 rib stitch — alternating knit and purl stitches to create an elastic, textured border
• Stocking stitch or simple body fabric — the main body is worked in an easy, repetitive stitch pattern
• Armhole shaping — using cast off and decrease rows to create clean, fitted armhole edges
• Neckline shaping — round neck and V neck variations, both using decrease techniques
• Seaming — joining front and back pieces at the shoulders and sides to complete the garment

Stitches Used

• 1x1 Rib: Knit 1, Purl 1 repeated across the row — used for the lower hem border and neckline/armhole finishes
• Main body stitch: A simple, easy-to-