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🍁 Why You’ll Love Dove Tank

The Dove Tank by Wan Cheng Phua is a sleek, modern V-neck tank top designed for effortless everyday wear. With its clean lines, seamless top-down construction, and integrated i-cord edging, this pattern offers a polished finish without requiring any additional finishing work after the body is bound off.

Perfect for warmer weather or layering throughout the year, the Dove Tank is beginner-friendly while introducing knitters to useful techniques such as short rows, lifted increases, and slipped stitches. The result is a stylish wardrobe staple that is both enjoyable to knit and easy to wear.

🧶 Pattern Highlights

Designer: Wan Cheng Phua

Category: Tops → Sleeveless Top

Construction: Seamless top-down tank with integrated i-cord edging.

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

Sizes Available:

1, 2, 3 (4, 5, 6) [7, 8, 9]

Garment Bust Circumference:

69.5, 78.5, 89 cm
99.5, 109.5, 120 cm
130.5, 140.5, 151 cm

(27.25, 31, 35 / 39.25, 43, 47.25 / 51.5, 55.25, 59.5 inches)

Fit:

Designed with approximately 4–10 cm (1.5–4 inches) of negative ease for a fitted, flattering silhouette.

Style: Minimalist sleeveless V-neck top with clean edges and modern shaping.

This pattern is ideal for knitters who want an elegant everyday garment with minimal finishing and timeless appeal.

📏 Materials & Tools

To knit the Dove Tank, you’ll typically need:

Suggested Yarn:

Sysleriget Merino Singles

Fiber Content:

100% Merino Wool

Yarn Weight:

Fingering

Needles:

US 2½ (3.0 mm) circular needles (approximately 24 inches / 60 cm)

Gauge:

Approximately 27 stitches and 38 rows = 10 cm (4″) in stockinette stitch.

Yardage:

Approximately 405–831 yards (370–760 meters) depending on size.

Yarn Requirements by Size:

Size 1: 370 m (405 yds)
Size 2: 410 m (448 yds)
Size 3: 460 m (503 yds)
Size 4: 510 m (558 yds)
Size 5: 560 m (612 yds)
Size 6: 610 m (667 yds)
Size 7: 660 m (722 yds)
Size 8: 710 m (776 yds)
Size 9: 760 m (831 yds)

The sample shown by the designer was knitted in Sysleriget Merino Singles in the colorway Candy Clouds.

🍂 What Makes This Tank Special

The Dove Tank focuses on simplicity without sacrificing thoughtful construction. The top-down design allows knitters to try on the garment as they work, making it easier to achieve the desired fit before finishing the body.

One of its standout features is the integrated i-cord edging, which is knitted simultaneously with the garment rather than added afterward. This creates clean, professional-looking edges while eliminating the need for additional finishing once the knitting is complete.

The pattern is also an excellent introduction to garment knitting for adventurous beginners. Techniques such as short rows, lifted increases, and slipped stitches provide valuable learning opportunities while remaining approachable and easy to follow.

👕 Style & Wear Tips

Wear the Dove Tank on its own during warm summer days for a clean, minimalist look.
Layer it under cardigans, lightweight jackets, or oversized shirts during cooler seasons.
Pair it with jeans, linen trousers, shorts, or skirts for a versatile everyday outfit.
Solid or gently tonal yarns beautifully showcase the smooth stockinette fabric and elegant V-neck shaping.