Kitty Cat Tank Top

Kitty Cat Tank Top by CoCo Crochet Lee

What is Being Made

The Kitty Cat Tank Top is a versatile sleeveless garment designed by Lee Sartori of CoCo Crochet Lee. This piece functions as both a standalone warm-weather top and an effective layering piece, making it a practical addition to any crocheted wardrobe. The tank top is available in nine sizes ranging from XS to 5X, with bust measurements from 28-30 inches up to 60-62 inches, ensuring a comfortable fit across a wide range of body types.

Crochet Techniques and Construction

The Kitty Cat Tank Top is constructed using a multi-piece assembly method. The garment is worked in separate pieces and then seamed together, allowing for better shaping and fit control. This construction approach is typical of intermediate-level crochet projects and provides a more polished, tailored finish compared to seamless in-the-round construction.

Blocking is a required finishing step for this project. The designer recommends using your preferred blocking method to achieve proper drape and dimensions. Blocking helps even out stitches and ensures the garment meets the intended measurements before seaming pieces together.

Stitches Used

This pattern employs fundamental crochet stitches suitable for an intermediate skill level:

• Half Double Crochet (Hdc) – Forms the primary fabric structure for the tank panels
• Single Crochet (Sc) – Used in combination with chain stitches to create textured sections
• Chain Stitches (Ch) – Used for foundation chains and spacing throughout the pattern

The stitch pattern incorporates a repeating sequence of single crochet and chain-1 spaces, creating an open, breathable fabric with visual interest. This combination of stitches produces a fabric with good drape while maintaining structural integrity.

Yarn and Materials

The Kitty Cat Tank Top pattern calls for Lion Brand Truboo yarn in a DK weight. This yarn choice offers practical benefits for a warm-weather tank top, as Truboo is a plant-based bamboo yarn known for its breathability and smooth texture. Yardage requirements vary by size, ranging from 2 balls of White (A) for smaller sizes up to 11 balls for the largest 5X size, with 1 ball of Slate (B) needed for all sizes. Each ball contains 241 yards and weighs 100 grams.

The pattern specifies two crochet hooks: a US Size H/8 (5mm) hook for the main tank panels and a US Size F/5 (3.75mm) hook for finishing details. The gauge is established at 11 single crochet stitches and chain-1 spaces across 13 rows, measuring 4 inches when blocked, which is important for achieving the correct finished measurements.

Pattern Features and Notes

The pattern includes helpful organizational features for tracking progress. The designer recommends using a highlighter to mark your specific size throughout each row of instructions, preventing mistakes when working with nine different size options. Tank panels are made in pairs, typically two identical pieces that form the front and back of the garment before being seamed together at the sides and shoulders.