Crochet Lightweight Breezy Summer Tank with Openwork Lace and Floral Accents Free Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Sport weight cotton yarn in three colors (e.g., cream, coral, and mint green)
• 3.5 mm (E) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle
• Measuring tape

Size:

This pattern is designed for a small/medium size. Adjustments can be made for larger sizes.

Gauge:

6 openwork stitches and 3 rows = 2 inches.

Instructions:

Body

1. Chain 86 (or adjust to desired width).
2. Row 1: Double crochet (dc) in the 4th chain from hook, *chain 1, skip 1, dc in next chain; repeat from * across to last chain, dc in last chain. Turn.
3. Row 2: Chain 3 (counts as 1st dc), *dc in chain-1 space, chain 1; repeat from * across, ending with a dc in the 2nd chain of the turning chain. Turn.
4. Repeat Row 2 until piece measures 18 inches from the starting edge.

Floral Accents

Using the coral yarn, create flowers with the following pattern:

1. Magic ring, chain 2, 10 dc in ring. Pull tight, join with a slip stitch.
2. For petals: Chain 5, slip stitch in the first chain, chain 2 (repeat 5 times). Fasten off.
3. Attach flowers to designated areas on the tank using a tapestry needle.

Straps

1. Join yarn at the top corners of the tank. Chain 30 to create straps, attaching securely at the other end.
2. Repeat for the other side.

Finishing:

Weave in all ends and block lightly to shape. Enjoy your lightweight breezy summer tank!