Rowan Striped Tank Top Jumper Knitting Pattern
By Rowan
Specifications
| Brand: | Rowan |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Designer: | Chloe Thurlow |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Techniques and Construction: | Bottom Up, Seamed, Stripes, Worked Flat |
| Pattern Code: | 06 |
Product Description
Skill Level: Beginner
Sizes: 32–34 (36–38, 40–42, 44–46, 48–50)” bust
Finished Measurements:
Bust – 36 ¼ (40¼, 44, 48, 52)”
Length – 20 (20¼, 21, 21½, 22½)”
Yarn Requirements: Rowan Handknit Cotton (100% Cotton; 50g/92yds)
Color A – 6 (6, 7, 7, 8) skeins shown in 205 Linen
Color B – 1 skein for all sizes shown in 263 Bleached
Needles:
US 3 (3.25mm) single points and circular
US 6 (4.00mm) single points
Gauge: 20 sts and 30 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch on US 6 (4.00mm)
Rowan Striped Tank Top
What is Being Made
The Rowan Striped Tank Top is a classic sleeveless knit garment designed by Chloe Thurlow. This tank top features a contemporary striped colorway and is available in five sizes ranging from small to extra-extra-large, with bust measurements from 81-86 cm up to 122-127 cm. The finished garment offers actual bust measurements of 92 cm, 102 cm, 112 cm, 122 cm, and 132 cm respectively across the size range.
Techniques Used
This tank top is constructed using bottom-up knitting, meaning the garment is worked from the hem upward. The pieces are worked flat on straight needles rather than in the round, and are subsequently seamed together to create the finished garment. The defining design feature is the use of stripes, which are created by alternating between two coordinating yarn colors throughout the construction process.
Stitches and Stitch Techniques
The tank top is primarily worked in stockinette stitch, the fundamental knit stitch that creates the smooth, classic fabric appearance. The pattern incorporates several shaping techniques including knit two together (K2tog) decreases for armhole and shoulder shaping, and slip, knit, pass slipped stitch over (sl 1, K1, psso) decreases for refined edge shaping. The ribbed hem is created using a combination of knit and purl stitches on smaller needles to provide elasticity and structure at the garment's lower edge.
Materials: Yarn and Needles
The Rowan Striped Tank Top is knitted using Handknit Cotton yarn from Rowan. The striped design requires two coordinating colors: Yarn A in Linen (color 205) and Yarn B in Bleached (color 263). Yardage requirements vary by size, with Yarn A requiring 6, 6, 7, 7, or 8 balls of 50-gram weight depending on the size selected, and Yarn B requiring 1 ball of 50-gram weight across all sizes.
The pattern calls for three needle sizes to accommodate different stitch densities. Construction begins with 3¼mm (US 3) straight needles for the ribbed cuff sections. The main body is worked using 4mm (US 6) straight needles, which are sized to achieve the specified tension. A 3¼mm (US 3) circular needle is also required, likely for neckline finishing. The pattern specifies a tension of 20 stitches and 30 rows to 10 centimeters measured over stockinette stitch using the 4mm needles, ensuring proper fit and drape.
Additional Supplies
- Stitch holder for managing stitches during construction
- Stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and shaping points
This is a Skill Level 1 pattern, making it suitable for beginner to early-intermediate knitters who are comfortable with basic increases, decreases, and seaming techniques.
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