Cavatina Tank Top
Introducing Cavatina, the perfect A-line modified halter top that combines style and comfort. This beautifully designed garment features interlacing back straps and intricate eyelet lace panels that run gracefully along both sides. With a seamless construction that is worked from the bottom up, the straps are expertly joined using the Kitchener stitch for a polished finish.
This versatile pattern caters to both fingering weight and sport weight yarn, providing flexibility for knitters to choose their preferred option. Detailed instructions for both yarn types are included in the pattern, making it easy for you to embark on your knitting journey.
Sizing: The Cavatina pattern is graded in an impressive seventeen sizes, accommodating finished bust measurements ranging from 26” to 58”. Designed to be a close-fitting garment, testers have found that a negative ease of 2-4 inches (5-10 cm) yields the best fit, ensuring a flattering silhouette for any body type.
Skill Level: This pattern is categorized as intermediate, making it an exciting project for knitters looking to enhance their skills while creating a stunning piece.
Skills Needed: To successfully complete the Cavatina top, you’ll need to be comfortable with several techniques, including working in the round, managing slipped stitches, executing basic increases and decreases, creating i-cords, and performing the Kitchener stitch.
Yarn: The fingering weight prototype was crafted using Third Vault Yarns Companion 4-ply in the captivating colorway, Life is Like a Grapefruit. Alternatively, the sport weight prototype showcases the vibrant Lagoon color from Fully Spun Postscript Sport, offering fantastic options to suit your personal style and preference.
Elevate your wardrobe with the Cavatina halter top pattern! Perfect for summer outings or layering in cooler months, this chic design is sure to become a favorite in your collection. With its detailed instructions and range of sizes, anyone can create their own stunning Cavatina top and enjoy the satisfaction of wearing a hand-knit garment.
