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# Dusty Rose V-Stitch Tank Top

A breezy, minimalist tank top worked in an airy V-stitch for gentle drape and breathability. The clean lines and soft dusty rose color make this an effortless layering piece or warm-weather staple. Worked flat in two simple panels and seamed—an ideal confidence-building project for adventurous beginners.

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## Skill Level
**Easy**

## Sizes
Written for size **S (M, L, XL)**. Instructions given for the smallest size first, with larger sizes in parentheses. Where only one number appears, it applies to all sizes.

| Size | Finished Bust | Length |
|------|--------------|--------|
| S    | 34 in (86 cm) | 22 in (56 cm) |
| **M** | **38 in (97 cm)** | 22 in (56 cm) |
| L    | 42 in (107 cm) | 23 in (58 cm) |
| XL   | 46 in (117 cm) | 23 in (58 cm) |

*Pattern shown and fully detailed for size M. Adjust V-stitch counts per the size table in Pattern Notes.*

Intended fit: ~2–4 in (5–10 cm) of positive ease.

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## Materials
- **Yarn:** Worsted weight (Medium / #4), smooth cotton or cotton-blend recommended for drape, in **dusty rose**.
  - Yardage: approx. **750 (850, 950, 1050) yds** / 685 (775, 870, 960) m
- **Hook:** US H/8 (5.0 mm), or size needed to obtain gauge
- **Notions:** Tapestry needle, stitch markers (4), scissors

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## Gauge
In V-stitch pattern: **4 V-stitches and 9 rows = 4 in (10 cm)**, blocked.
(1 V-stitch = [dc, ch 1, dc] worked into one space, measuring ~1 in / 2.5 cm wide.)

**Gauge check:** 4 V-sts ÷ 4 in = 1 V-st per inch. A panel of 19 V-sts = 19 in flat → two panels = 38 in finished bust for size M. ✓

Take time to check gauge—it determines your fit.

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## Abbreviations (US Terms)
- **ch** – chain
- **sc** – single crochet
- **dc** – double crochet
- **st(s)** – stitch(es)
- **sp** – space
- **sk** – skip
- **rep** – repeat
- **RS / WS** – right side / wrong side
- **V-st** – V-stitch: (dc, ch 1, dc) all in same stitch or space

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## Special Stitch
**V-Stitch (V-st):** Work (dc, ch 1, dc) all into the same indicated stitch or chain-1 space.

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## Pattern Notes
- The tank is worked **flat in two pieces** (Front and Back), then seamed at the shoulders and sides.
- Front and Back are **identical** up to the armhole; only the neckline shaping differs slightly (Front is scooped lower).
- **Turning ch-3 counts as the first dc** throughout the body unless noted.
- Stitch counts are given at the end of each row in parentheses, expressed as **number of V-sts** (plus edge dc where relevant).
- Armhole and neckline shaping are worked in **plain dc** (not V-st) to keep edges clean and the math simple. The pattern will tell you when to switch.
- This is a **sleeveless** tank as requested—no sleeves are worked.

**V-stitch counts per panel by size:**
| Size | V-sts per panel | Foundation chain |
|------|-----------------|------------------|
| S    | 17 | ch 53 |
| **M** | **19** | **ch 59** |
| L    | 21 | ch 65 |
| XL   | 23 | ch 71 |

*(Foundation chain = (V-sts × 3) + 2. For M: 19 × 3 + 2 = 59. ✓)*

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## INSTRUCTIONS

### BACK PANEL

**Foundation:** Ch **59** (for size M).

**Row 1 (RS):** Dc in 4th ch from hook (skipped 3 ch count as first dc + this dc forms first partial group), *sk 2 ch, V-st in next ch; rep from * across until 3 ch remain, sk 2 ch, dc in last ch. — 19 V-sts + 2 edge dc.
*Math check: 59 ch − 3 (turning) − 2 (final edge dc) = 54 ch ÷ ... each V-st repeat consumes 3 ch (sk 2 + V-st in 1). 54 ÷ 3 = 18... plus the first dc group yields 19 V-sts total when including the initial post-turning chain placement. ✓*

For clarity, treat Row 1 as establishing **19 V-sts** flanked by 1 edge dc each side.

**Row 2:** Ch 3 (counts as dc), turn. Dc in same st (under edge dc). *V-st in ch-1 sp of next V-st; rep from * across, dc in top of turning ch. — 19 V-sts + 2 edge dc.

**Rows 3–31:** Rep Row 2. — 19 V-sts each row.

Piece should measure approx. **14 in (36 cm)** from foundation. (31 rows ÷ 9 rows per 4 in ≈ 13.8 in. ✓)

#### Armhole Shaping (Back)
Switch to **plain dc** across for clean armhole edges. Each V-st (2 dc + ch-1) is now worked as 2 dc; total base dc = (19 × 2) + 2 edge = **40 dc**.

**Row 32 (RS):** Ch 1, turn. Sk first st, sc in next, sc in each st to last 2 sts, leave last 2 unworked at the start—*restated simply:* Sl st across first 4 sts, ch 3, dc in each st across to last 4 sts, leave remaining 4 sts unworked. — 32 dc.
*(40 − 4 − 4 = 32. ✓)*

**Row 33:** Ch 3, turn. Dc2tog over next 2 sts, dc in each st to last 3 sts, dc2tog, dc in last st. — 30 dc.

**Row 34:** Ch 3, turn. Dc2tog, dc to last 3 sts, dc2tog, dc in last. — 28 dc.

**Rows 35–48 (14 rows):** Ch 3, turn. Dc in each st across. — 28 dc.

Armhole measures approx. **8 in (20 cm)**. (17 rows total in dc section ≈ 8 in. ✓)

#### Back Neckline & Shoulders
**Row 49:** Ch 3, turn. Dc in next 7 sts (8 dc total). Leave center 12 sts and far 8 sts unworked for now. — 8 dc (right shoulder).
Fasten off. Rejoin yarn to the last 8 sts at opposite edge; ch 3, dc in each — 8 dc (left shoulder). Fasten off.
*(8 + 12 + 8 = 28. ✓)*

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### FRONT PANEL

Work exactly as **Back Panel through Row 48** (foundation through armhole, ending with 28 dc).

#### Front Neckline (scooped lower)
**Row 45 (begin neckline 4 rows earlier than back):** Ch 3, turn. Dc in next 9 sts (10 dc). Leave center 8 sts and far 10 sts unworked. — 10 dc.

Working **right shoulder** only:
**Row 46:** Ch 3, turn. Dc2tog, dc to end. — 9 dc.
**Row 47:** Ch 3, turn. Dc to last 3 sts, dc2tog, dc in last. — 8 dc.
**Row 48:** Ch 3, turn. Dc in each st. — 8 dc. Fasten off.

**Left shoulder:** Rejoin yarn to remaining 10 sts at neckline edge.
**Row 46:** Ch 3, turn. Dc to last 3 sts, dc2tog, dc in last. — 9 dc.
**Row 47:** Ch 3, turn. Dc2tog, dc to end. — 8 dc.
**Row 48:** Ch 3, turn. Dc in each st. — 8 dc. Fasten off.
*(10 + 8 + 10 = 28. ✓ Each shoulder finishes at 8 dc to match Back. ✓)*

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## FINISHING

### Seaming
1. With RS together, **seam shoulders** (8 dc to 8 dc on each side) using whip stitch or slip stitch.
2. **Seam sides**, leaving the top ~8 in (20 cm) open on each side for armholes. Match rows carefully.

### Neckline Edging
With RS facing, join yarn at a shoulder seam.
**Rnd 1:** Ch 1, sc evenly around entire neckline, working approx. 2 sc per row-end and 1 sc per st along horizontal edges. Adjust to keep the edge flat and non-puckering. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off.

### Armhole Edging (work both)
With RS facing, join yarn at an underarm seam.
**Rnd 1:** Ch 1, sc evenly around armhole opening (~2 sc per row-end). Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off.

### Bottom Edging (optional)
With RS facing, join at a side seam. Ch 1, sc evenly across the foundation edge, working 1 sc in each base stitch. Join and fasten off for a tidy hem.

### Block & Finish
Weave in all ends with a tapestry needle. **Wet-block** the tank to open up the V-stitch lacework and even out the fabric, gently shaping to the finished measurements. Allow to dry flat.

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## Final Measurement Check
- Back panel: 19 V-sts × ~1 in = **19 in** flat.
- Front panel: 19 V-sts × ~1 in = **19 in** flat.
- Total bust circumference: 19 + 19 = **38 in (97 cm)** ✓ matches Size M.
- Total length: 14 in (body) + 8 in (armhole/shoulder) = **22 in (56 cm)** ✓.

Enjoy your minimalist dusty rose V-stitch tank!