Tarmac by Anna Maltz

Tarmac

Knitting
May 2018
Light Fingering ?
23 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches
in Stocking Stitch
US 3 - 3.25 mm
2200 - 3301 yards (2012 - 3018 m)
1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
English
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Errata available: pompommag.com

Single pattern now available and has been re-edited to avoid known errata.

Sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)

Finished bust circumference: 85 (90.5, 95.5, 101, 106, 111.5) cm/ 33½ (35½, 37¾, 39¾, 41¾, 43¾)” - to be worn with 0-7.5 cm / 0-3” positive ease
Model has 81 cm / 32” bust, stands 165 cm / 5’5” tall and is wearing a size 2.

Yarn: YOTH Best Friend (Light Fingering weight; 75% cotton, 25% wool; 503 m / 550 yds per 100 g skein) Shades:
Yarn A: Cracked Pepper; 1 (1, 1, 1, 2, 2) skeins
Yarn B: Natural Vanilla; 1 (1, 1, 1, 2, 2) skeins
Yarn C: Peach; 1 skein
Yarn D: Oyster; 1 skein

Gauge: 23 sts & 36 rows = 10 cm / 4” over stocking stitch on 3.25 mm needles after blocking.

Needles: 3.25 mm / US 3 circular needle, 100 cm / 40” length

Needle Note: When working the straps, you may prefer to use two DPNs or a shorter circular needle.
Always use a needle size that will result in the correct gauge after blocking.

Notions: 4 stitch markers, smooth scrap yarn for provisional cast-on, smooth scrap yarn or stitch holders, tapestry needle

Construction Notes: Tarmac is worked from the top down, beginning with provisionally cast-on straps. The upper front is worked first, then the upper back. The front and back are then joined to work in the round to complete body. Lines of eyelets running down the sides of the body add interest and A-line shaping, giving the tank its swingy drape for a nice airy fit. Finally, the hem, armholes and neckline are finished with a contrasting i-cord cast off. Yarns A and B are alternated throughout to create single row stripes in St st.