Itch to Stitch Lago Tank PDF Sewing Pattern
Itch to Stitch Lago Tank PDF Sewing Pattern
Itch to Stitch Lago Tank
Itch to Stitch Lago Tank
Itch to Stitch Lago Tank
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Lago Tank Digital Sewing Pattern (PDF)

(262 customer reviews)

US$0.00

Your next summer favorite tank top is here! In the Lago Tank, you can let the sun kiss your arms and shoulders while enjoying the gorgeous sunshiny day. The Lago Tank is also perfect as an under layer in those chillier evenings too. The simple design is excellent for featuring your favorite knit fabric.

Lago Tank Features:

  • Relaxed fit
  • Comfortable scoop neck
  • Neck and arm bands
  • Hip length

Skill Level: Beginner

Sizes: 00 – 20 (See “Size Chart” tab below for detailed measurements)

Don’t want to print and tape paper together? The Lago Tank pattern now includes an additional large format file (size A0 paper) that you can send to your print shop to print!

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Description

See Pattern Release Announcement for more photos

Additional information

Sizes

00 to 20
Cup sizes

Regular
Skill level

Beginner+
Knit or woven

Knit
Format

Digital download
File

A0, A4 / US Letter
Layers

Included
Seam allowances

Included

Material

Primary Fabric Use light to medium-light weight, 2-way or 4-way knit fabric with 50% to 75% stretch and good recovery. Jersey and ITY knit are good choices. Woven fabrics are not recommended.

Fabric Requirements

Most natural fibers shrink in the wash; be sure to have enough fabric. The requirements below assume that the fabric is already pre-shrunk.

Imperial/Yards

Lago Tank PDF Sewing Pattern Fabric Requirements Imperial

Metric/cm

Lago Tank PDF Sewing Pattern Fabric Requirements Metric 

262 reviews for Lago Tank Digital Sewing Pattern (PDF)

  1. Yvonne (verified owner) –

    I love how simple this top is to make. It is a basic that goes with everything. Thank you.

  2. Kristi (verified owner) –

    Love it!

  3. sixie (verified owner) –

    very nice

  4. Chara (verified owner) –

    Loved the Pattern

  5. Ann (verified owner) –

    Good quick sew

  6. Joke (verified owner) –

    A beautiful pattern!

  7. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Nice for hot summer days, can also be sewn up as an undershirt.

  8. Martine (verified owner) –

    Facile à faire rapide et agréable à porter

  9. Penny (verified owner) –

    I needed new PJs/hanging-out clothes and I wasn’t happy with any of the top patterns I had. So I grabbed the free Lago tank top and gave it a tryout in double-brushed poly. It’s perfect! I wanted it comfy, so I went a size larger than usual. It’s not too tight or too loose for working out, TV-ing, cooking, and of course, sleeping. Currently preshrinking fabric for three more! I think it was well worth the price ;-)!

  10. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Very good and easy. Like it!

  11. Joanne (verified owner) –

    Loved the Lago tank pattern, I made the size 8, and it fits really well and I am very pleased with the end result. I used a rayon spandex from spotlight and purchased a twin needle for the hem and top stitching. It was my first attempt using a twin needle, and wow it worked really well, I will definitely be using the twin needle again, especially for doing hems. It was a little bit of an effort to tape the A4 sheets together, but well worth it and I will definitely be trying another pattern. Thank you for supplying this free pattern.

  12. Linda (verified owner) –

    I am a new at sewing with knits & this is the perfect pattern. Love it

  13. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Amazing top

  14. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    A wonderful pattern for beginners. It was my first time sewing with knit fabric, and it went great! Detailed, easy explanations, and I’m in awe at the layered PDF pattern. Really straightforward walkthroughs at every stage. Thank you!

  15. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Beau patron

  16. Carol (verified owner) –

    Very happy to receive a free pattern.

  17. Lisa (verified owner) –

    I’ve already got it cut out for a second one! This one I lengthened because the first was a bit short for my liking, but other than that it’s perfect and goest together so fast! Thank you!

  18. Yolandi (verified owner) –

    Love it

  19. Paula (verified owner) –

    Fabulous pattern and excellent instructions. Thankyou

  20. Arita (verified owner) –

    I made a romper, and used this for the top. Worked beautifully!

  21. Susan (verified owner) –

    Easy and useful. I’ve used this pattern repeatedly

  22. Victoria (verified owner) –

    Really simple easy pattern which produced a lovely vest top. This pattern will have lots of use. Thanks very much

  23. Julie (verified owner) –

    User friendly website, fab pattern, excellent instructions.

  24. Christine (verified owner) –

    le patron est très bien

  25. Eve (verified owner) –

    Excellent free pattern

  26. Mary (verified owner) –

    Easy to follow instructions and sizing was almost perfect

  27. HEIDI (verified owner) –

    Overall it was a great pattern to sew. Easy to follow instructions and quick to make. I appreciate you making this a free pattern. I will look at more patterns from your site in the future.

  28. Jermaine (verified owner) –

    easy sew with a beautiful finish

  29. Holly (verified owner) –

    This pattern has a beautiful neckline. I’ve already made three tank tops with plans for more.

  30. Lori (verified owner) –

    This was the first shirt I’ve ever sewn from scratch. I liked it enough I made 3!

  31. Mary (verified owner) –

    Lovely Women’s Tank. Design & Cut are feminine / flattering. A must have for Summer

  32. Carol (verified owner) –

    Lovely pattern

  33. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    I really struggle with the sizing for this. I’m a UK 10 (EU 36) and fit pretty standard sizes. But when I measured myself to work out what size to make this top part of me was two whole sizes different to the rest. I rechecked and remeasured many times. So I simply printed out the size I’d normally wear and it was huge compared to tops that fit me well. I haven’t even cut my fabric out as I’m not sure how/if I should proceed. I don’t want to mock up a muslin for such a simple piece as it seems like a waste of fabric and time. Grading so dramatically between sizes also felt silly, especially as my measurements are normally so average.

    • Kennis Wong (store manager) –

      On each pattern, there is a section in the instructions called “Choosing Your Size”. Follow those instructions. It’s ok to choose different sizes for your bust, waist and hip. In fact, most women do. And your ready-to-wear sizing has nothing to do with the size your choose when you sew for yourself. Always follow the instructions.

  34. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    great.Thank you

  35. Lisa (verified owner) –

    The Lago tank pattern is great – I used a cotton modal spandex in blue snakeskin print – it is lovely and comfortable – wonderful instructions and I love the large print option.

  36. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Lovely top and easy make.

  37. catherine (verified owner) –

    1er essai aujourd’hui ,avec des morceaux de jersey de mon stock

  38. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Very nice pattern and thank you for making it available!

  39. Sharon (verified owner) –

    Great free pattern! This came together so easily using scrap fabric I had left over from a t-shirt I had made for my husband. I’m definitely planning to add more to my collection. I will have to lengthen the pattern an inch or so and adjust the armholes next tie as I am quite chunky in the arms, but other than that I love the pattern 😃

  40. Ling (verified owner) –

    Bonjour, je n’ai pu utiliser votre patron, car le téléchargement que j’ai réalisé ne comporte pas le format du patron en A4. Peut être est-il possible de l’avoir?

    • Kennis Wong (store manager) –

      The A4 pattern pages are followed by the instructions in the same file.

  41. Jan (verified owner) –

    What a great tank T-shirt pattern. The instructions were clear to follow. I shortened the length by 5cm and it fit well. I’m 5’6”.

  42. Shirley (verified owner) –

    What a great versatile pattern, yes it was free but still an easy sew in under an hour. Tank in summer, cami for layering all year! Thank you!

  43. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Easy instruction. Lovely pattern

  44. KA (verified owner) –

    Very good pattern and clear concise instructions

  45. Joyce (verified owner) –

    I’ve made two with a third planned. I’ve made them for my sister who is a little larger than your largest size but the pattern lends itself well to minor adjustments. She is very happy with them.

  46. France (verified owner) –

    Easy to sew. I’m a beginner.

  47. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    very nice top, easy sew

  48. Esther (verified owner) –

    Brilliant pattern, so easy to follow, I have made a few different ones and would like to adapt to long sleeves for the cooler months.

  49. Amanda (verified owner) –

    I love all of your patterns!

  50. Linda (verified owner) –

    I really like the instructions that indicate what type of sewing either stitch/serge thank you.

  51. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Awesome pattern

  52. Vanessa (verified owner) –

    M’encanta

  53. Pam (verified owner) –

    Great pattern. Easy and nice to use up stash. Very good instructions.

  54. DEBORAH (verified owner) –

    I love that you can print only one size!

  55. Yvonne (verified owner) –

    Love the pattern, super easy to do, came together quickly. Will use it many times to prepare for summer in Maine. Thanks again.

  56. Carol (verified owner) –

    Simplemake and a bonus that one gets to try this brand for free with this pattern.

  57. Mary O. (verified owner) –

    Great freebie!

  58. Linda (verified owner) –

    Easy to down load and use

  59. Karen (verified owner) –

    Great pattern..thank you

  60. Ina (verified owner) –

    Thank you so much for this free pattern.I have been sewing many years but always with paper patterns.This is my first attempt with an Independent and PDF pattern.The download and taping of pages was much easier than I anticipated;the sewing and fit was easy.I love your designs and look forward to several more purchases and makes in the near future.Thank you again!

  61. Claire (verified owner) –

    I am very pleased with the pattern, it goes together easily and fits well.

  62. Fran (verified owner) –

    I had trouble with the sizing because the printing didn’t match the guide. But it worked out and I ended up neatening the edges just by turning a hem and top stitching.

  63. Elaine (verified owner) –

    Good fit

  64. Gloria (verified owner) –

    Great pattern but I had trouble figuring out the correct size to cut. When using a stretch fabric the finished measurements should be smaller than your body measurements. I had to cut off about four inches down the side seams. But I love my finished product. Thanks so much for the free pattern 😘

  65. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Thank you! Lovely pattern, very easy to sew up and the perfect every day summer top!

  66. Christine (verified owner) –

    I have an apple Phone and IPad as my only internet access devices. When I tried to use the “only printing the sizes I need”feature from these, the Adobe acrobat app didn’t show the icon. It’s only when I managed to get to a normal computer and download one of my patterns onto the Adobe on their system could I see it. Note , they are using the free Adobe just like me. So I’ve only been able to print one of the six patterns I paid for, so far, so I’m not happy that this wasn’t made clear when I purchased the PDF’s.

  67. Frank (verified owner) –

    Easy project, great practice gor a beginner.

  68. Tanya (verified owner) –

    All the patterns I’ve used from Itch to Stitch are lovely, and the directions are clear.

  69. Elizabeth (verified owner) –

    I didn’t have any trouble sewing it. Thought it was easy to do

  70. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Good pattern for a simple top.

  71. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    This pattern is great to have in your arsenal- especially for those who benefit from the bust-shaping.

  72. Pauline (verified owner) –

    your patterns are a good fit for me Thank You

  73. BJ Malecha (verified owner) –

    Looks easy to make and comfortable!

  74. cathy (verified owner) –

    So easy to sew up.

  75. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Easy pattern to work with and great for summer

  76. Sally (verified owner) –

    Great beginner friendly free pattern with thorough, easy to follow instructions. Came together quickly. Fit somewhat more relaxed than anticipated for a knit pattern, will size down with next make. Thank you

  77. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Lovely pattern/model and easy to follow

  78. Karen (verified owner) –

    I actually used this pattern for my son who wanted a tank to wear under his work shirts. He’s on the small side, and most men’s patterns are too large for him. Thanks to the no darts and simple shape of this pattern, it worked perfectly. I’d like to request more men’s patterns that start in size extra small, please!

  79. Karen (verified owner) –

    Lovely top

  80. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    perfect

  81. Joy (verified owner) –

    Have made a stack of these. Really comfortable !!

  82. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Perfect everyday tank

  83. Hector (verified owner) –

    This Largo Tank is simple and easy

  84. Lise (verified owner) –

    I love it

  85. Alison (verified owner) –

    Hi Kennis

    I really like this top – because of the wider shoulder straps and the fit. We are going into winter shortly (I live in South Africa) and this will be on the winter sewing list to prep for summer 🙂 I will definitely be getting more patterns!

  86. Maura (verified owner) –

    I’m so pleased to try this pattern for no charge! it’s a very nice way to learn about a pattern designer’s products.

  87. Lynn (verified owner) –

    love it!

  88. Machellie (verified owner) –

    Fits perfect and so easy make. Love it.

  89. Jurate (verified owner) –

    Simple and clear pattern, excellent result. Many thanks. Just couple remarks for the perfection: a) would slightly reduce the width of neck and armhole bands (by 1/4″) as they tend to gap when medium weight jersey is used;
    b) topstitching should be a must for more professional look 😊

  90. Mandy (verified owner) –

    Great pattern, easy instructions

  91. Alisha (verified owner) –

    Simple, yet pretty!

  92. Chaynêze (verified owner) –

    Beautiful patterns, i like the design, thanks so much

  93. Anna (verified owner) –

    Very clear instructions, love layers option in pdf.
    As for the fit, I don’t know why, but in the end I’ve removed ~15cm in bust area so it fit me better, even though it was the right circumference according to my measurements. Maybe it was smth about the fabric stretch (I have no idea, it was the first time ever for me sewing with knitwear).

  94. Moira (verified owner) –

    Great pattern, just the thing for our hot summers here in South Africa.

  95. Sharon M (verified owner) –

    ok

  96. Kelly (verified owner) –

    Loved it

  97. Leisa (verified owner) –

    Great pattern with perfect fit. Easy to follow instructions.

  98. Linda Watkins (verified owner) –

    Love this pattern

  99. Claire (verified owner) –

    I love this top. I used some leftover ITY fabric and it’s perfect. Thank you. My only problem is that I don’t have the option to choose a size to print so the printing becomes a big job. Nevertheless, lovely top a steady to follow instructions 😊

  100. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    It was easy to follow and understand. Thanks

  101. linda (verified owner) –

    Very happy with this pattern. Thank-yo

  102. Izabela (verified owner) –

    Very nice to sew and sizes incredibly well fitted. 😊

  103. Dee (verified owner) –

    Cute!!

  104. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Very cute top

  105. Susan (verified owner) –

    A great, simple wardrobe staple

  106. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Great fit. Very easy.

  107. Caroline (verified owner) –

    Useful scrap-buster pattern.

  108. S A (verified owner) –

    Nice easy to make tank/ vest top. Pattern was true to size, instructions were good and the pattern was free. I’ve seen people make bought patterns (£8-14) which were very similar to this on YouTube. Thank you Kennis for a lovely pattern which can be a staple garment in many peoples’ wardrobes. Going to try another of your patterns having been very pleased with this one.

  109. Karen (verified owner) –

    A great sewing project perfect for a beginner

  110. theresa (verified owner) –

    i love it

  111. Joanna (verified owner) –

    A lovely straight forward sewing project

  112. Janet (verified owner) –

    Easy website to search. Appreciate free patterns to gain confidence on how to use them.

  113. susan (verified owner) –

    fit very well with very few adjustments.

  114. Mayzie (verified owner) –

    Flattering fit simple to make up. Loved it loved it loved it

  115. Torun (verified owner) –

    Very nice tank top that fitted me perfectly without any alterations!

  116. amy (verified owner) –

    Great basic!

  117. Tina (verified owner) –

    Instructions are clear, size chart is accurate, finished tank looks professional and fits well.

  118. Karen Cheel (verified owner) –

    As with the Uvita Top I was impressed with how quick and easy it was to order this pattern. I can’t wait to make both tops for the 2021 Summer.

  119. Andrea (verified owner) –

    Simple and classic.

  120. Beth (verified owner) –

    I guess I am a little intimidated trying to make my own patterns. I’ve been wanting a tank top pattern, and this is perfect! Thanks so much!

  121. Darrin S. (verified owner) –

    Great

  122. Debbie (verified owner) –

    Fairly straight forward even for a beginner

  123. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    very nice and easy to follow

  124. Gillian (verified owner) –

    The top turned out well . My granddaughter loves it.

  125. Candace (verified owner) –

    Great pattern and easy make

  126. Jan (verified owner) –

    Lovely patterns

  127. Karen (verified owner) –

    Love it

  128. Isabelle (verified owner) –

    Facile

  129. Elena (verified owner) –

    Very basic and easy to sew!

  130. Kathi (verified owner) –

    easy to follow directions. Fit great

  131. Joan (verified owner) –

    Love this pattern – can’t wait to try some more !

  132. Daniel (verified owner) –

    Easy pattern, easy to follow and super cute tank

  133. Bj (verified owner) –

    Simple, nice

  134. Simona (verified owner) –

    True to size fit and really is loose fit, not baggy looking.
    The pattern is ready to cut and steps easy to follow. I am very happy with it.

  135. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Easy pattern to follow, will be just right!

  136. nancy (verified owner) –

    excellent

  137. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    My tank top turned out super cute and as a novice sewer it was extremely easy and self explanatory to follow the instructions. I am hoping to use this pattern again once I get more fabric. I would DEFINITELY recommend using this pattern

  138. Kay (verified owner) –

    really easy pattern to follow and looked good when done, good fit too

  139. Karen (verified owner) –

    I’m new to dressmaking but this is a great pattern and will get used a lot!

  140. Anne (verified owner) –

    Très bien !

  141. Joen (verified owner) –

    Love this tank! it is so comfortable! I made this with extra fabric leftover from a project and I will certainly be making more – it’s a great summer tank for a layering piece or a pj top! You won’t be disappointed if you make this pattern.

  142. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Thank you for your pattern. I will make it for sure. I like it so much.

  143. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Ce patron est fait très grand !

  144. Jacqueline (verified owner) –

    I love Itch to stitch patterns, and I am
    Particularly impressed, and very grateful( especially in these crazy times) that this was free pattern. I think its extremely generous to offer free patterns, and I for one am excited to make this cute little top! Thankyou to Itch to Stitch for their generosity, and for wonderful patterns.

  145. Pilar (verified owner) –

    es muy versatil y fácil! Me encanta 🙂

  146. Manon Hache McNeil (verified owner) –

    The pattern was easy to sew. I will be making several more of these.

  147. Michaela Benesch (verified owner) –

    Thanks for the great file, the top was well done – thanks to the good instructions!

  148. Katherine (verified owner) –

    Just what I wanted. Thank you.

  149. Lisa (verified owner) –

    This is a very cute and well drafted tank top pattern. Unfortunately, it was a little to revealing for my post 60 body. I’m sure it looks great on younger women, but I need to hide a bit more now. Thanks for your great patterns and for making some of them free.

  150. Renée (verified owner) –

    Success!! Thank you for this easy to use pattern!

  151. Gerry (verified owner) –

    Was a very easy make and it fit very well. I have made 3 of this top and am planning on making 3 more.

  152. Omar Lozano (verified owner) –

    Excelente

  153. Eva (verified owner) –

    Perfecto

  154. wendy (verified owner) –

    Excellent

  155. Elke (verified owner) –

    Very fine, thank you

  156. Bernadette (verified owner) –

    Simple nice tank top!

  157. Dina (verified owner) –

    Heel gemakkelijk en fijn patroon

  158. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    This is a great pattern,I really love it!!thank you!

  159. Alice (verified owner) –

    I needed new night shirts, I found this pattern to be perfect. Very comfortable and I found the perfect fabric. Very easy to make with a soft knit fabric.

  160. Manuela (verified owner) –

    It’s very nice and easy to sewing

  161. Helena (verified owner) –

    Easy quick tanks to make. Able to print off sizes needed to go fro any 8 at bust to 12 at hips

  162. Joan (verified owner) –

    What a great little tank. It’s stylish, fits beautifully, goes together easily, plus with the banded neck and arm openings, looks expensive. Itch to Stitch patterns continue to amaze me!

  163. Martine Juneau (verified owner) –

    Facile à coudre et ajustement parfait

  164. Susan (verified owner) –

    I have been looking for a tank pattern to not only make for the summer months but for winter in New England to wear underneath shirts and sweaters for warmth. I’m 5’1″ and purchased tanks are always too long on the shoulder straps. This pattern is the answer. It is well drafted and FREE! Thank-you!

  165. bpollard61 (verified owner) –

    Loved the easy to follow pattern. In reading the reviews, I also experienced the need to adjust the arm holes. I’m guessing I’ll need to go down a size or two. Otherwise, the pattern fit great! I’ll have to look up the directions on how to make needed adjustments for my next try. I’ve never graded a pattern before, as I have not sewn many garments for myself.

  166. Valerie (verified owner) –

    Easy to follow directions and great for beginners

  167. Emily (verified owner) –

    cute and easy to make loved it

  168. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Good easy pattern

  169. Line (verified owner) –

    love it easy to make and fist great

  170. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Great pattern, sizing was spot on, so pleased with this pattern!

  171. Rocio (verified owner) –

    Is a t-shirt very nice

  172. Tina (verified owner) –

    Great, easy little top to make,

  173. Nancy (verified owner) –

    I really liked the pattern. Add a bust dart and curved the hemline. Slightly longer in the back.

  174. Helen (verified owner) –

    wonderful, easy to put together, thank you

  175. Casandra (verified owner) –

    very cute design

  176. mary (verified owner) –

    awesome!

  177. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    liked it alot

  178. Mido (verified owner) –

    easy and quick to make

  179. huong (verified owner) –

    Hi. I wonder what size are you wearing this in the photo? I think im pretty close to your size. I had printed size 8- which is way too big, went down and it still too big, and getting a bit frustrated ?. ..

    Love the shape of it though, gonna be my favorite tank if im success sewing this ?.

    • Kennis Wong (store manager) –

      Hi, mine is a size 6 graded to size 10 at the hip. But it’s not really just about the size; make sure that you are using a knit fabric that has 2-way or 4-way knit fabric with 50% to 75% stretch and good recovery. You can google “how to determine fabric stretch percentage” if you are not familiar. And good recovery is very important; if you use a fabric that just drapes down but doesn’t bounce back, then it can be too large.

  180. deborah (verified owner) –

    Lovely! Thank you very much

  181. Ariane (verified owner) –

    très facile à réaliser

  182. renata (verified owner) –

    excelente

  183. Cathy (verified owner) –

    Great pattern would definitely recommend getting it…?

  184. Kathy (verified owner) –

    Wonderful pattern with clear directions! I have made two tank tops so far. Very pleased.

  185. glenys (verified owner) –

    very easy very nice pattern

  186. Doris (verified owner) –

    Great Tank, easy to sew.

  187. J (verified owner) –

    What I was looking for.

  188. K (verified owner) –

    I’ve been looking for a “perfect” tank pattern for a while. I’ve sewn commercial patterns, and drafted my own by cloning tanks I love, but something’s always missing.

    I’ve seen a lot of reviews of the Lago saying how great it is, so I decided to give it a try. As a free pattern it was also an opportunity to give Itch To Stitch a try since I have several other patterns of theirs on my wish list… the Mountain View Pull-On Jeans being top of the list right now.

    First, I made the correct size for the Lago Tank based on my measurements, to see how ITS wanted it to look.

    Apparently, huuuuge and ill-fitting? It was so gigantic that the sides of the tank top were draping like swag curtains, in floppy “U” shapes, with armholes that could almost have fit a kimono sleeve, and gave a complete view of my bra. Yikes! I did like the shape of the neckline, however, so I ran each side up, pinching out over an inch (so, removed four+ inches in total)… it’s still a bit large on the sides but that was as brave as I could be on the first go, and I decided that while I love the shape, the neckline falls lower than my comfort level, so I’d try the tank again in whatever size seemed about four inches smaller in circumference and see if that solved the issues.

    By that measurement I should have gone down three sizes—but never having seen a pattern that far off I decided to go down only two sizes, adding 3/4″ to the length so a smaller top wouldn’t mean a shorter top. This worked perfectly (if by perfectly you mean having to guess, and make two tops, before getting one that fits like the pattern photo led me to expect).

    While the semi-racerback dips in too far in the back to cover my bra straps, it is fitting how I believe it was designed to fit now, so not noticing the back-shoulder width of this pattern would be a little revealing is on me. The neckline, already wonderful, is now at a depth I find modest-yet-stylish; the armhole depth keeps me covered; and the width and shape of the side seams is just great.

    Things about the pattern generally that I wasn’t sure about:

    3/8″ seams terrified me. I’m a 5/8″ chick myself. Where’s the room to change things? However, since my changes were all of the make-it-smaller variety, this didn’t end up being an issue, and tbh, it saves all the steps in a Big 4 pattern that say “trim seams.” Also helped the neck and armhole bands to go together like a dream. So, I dunno about that, I guess I’m still on the fence. I like my wiggle room.

    The shaped front pattern piece: A tank’s front and back side seams are (usually? in my expereience) both about the same shape, but in this pattern there’s extra shapely-ness at the bust on the front pattern piece. I have no need for an extra shapely bust so I wondered if this was going to make a saggy mess for me, but in the right/wrong size I sewed first, and in the wrong/right size I sewed second, it turned out that ITS was right and I was wrong. The slightly-more-curvy front pattern piece is just right 🙂 to make the tank fit well.

    Conclusion: I’ve already added paper where needed and re-drafted that back-shoulder area with more coverage, trying to keep the graceful armhole shape as much as possible, and I will definitely be making this up again, albeit two sizes smaller than my measurements dictate. With patience and modifications, I think I may at last have my go-to tank top pattern!

    • Kennis Wong (store manager) –

      Hi K, thank you so much for your thorough review! The pattern is designed for light to medium-light weight, 2-way or 4-way knit fabric with 50% to 75% stretch and good recovery. If your fabric has more stretch and less recovery, I would expect the result you experienced. I encourage you to try using the recommended fabric and your result would be different. Jersey with Lycra/spandex would be a good choice.

  189. J (verified owner) –

    A very nice pattern and pretty easy to construct. Thanks

  190. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Very sweet top, making them as Christmas gifts for both of my son’s girlfriends. Two for each of them
    Thank you

  191. Monica (verified owner) –

    Excellent pattern! Clear and detailed instructions. My first Itch to Stitch, the Lago Tank, had the fit I wanted. That said, I will admit that I find it a hassle to piece together PDFs.

  192. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Very well thought through pattern making it as sports wear item

  193. Laura (verified owner) –

    fantastic pattern! perfect! Thanks!

  194. Donna (verified owner) –

    Nice cut and shape

  195. Toni (verified owner) –

    Easy to read and understand, pleased

  196. Jacqueline (verified owner) –

    Cool and comfortable can make it in many different colors

  197. Michelle (verified owner) –

    Perfect layering piece!

  198. Lauren (verified owner) –

    Awesome and easy to follow

  199. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    So happy with this pattern.

  200. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Loved this!

  201. Tecla (verified owner) –

    Lovely basic tank

  202. Maureen (verified owner) –

    This is a really nice pattern with easy-to-follow instructions

  203. Sebesa (verified owner) –

    Fits well and covers bra straps, which is hard for me with a long torso and sloped shoulders.

  204. Pam (verified owner) –

    Lovely easy top

  205. Temenujka (verified owner) –

    Just perfect

  206. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Good

  207. Virginia (verified owner) –

    I love every pattern I have purchased from this company. The clear instructions, accurate guide for size selection and easy instructions for adjusting the pattern make them a pleasure to sew. I am short waisted and smaller on top than bottom so I love how easy making fit adjustments are.

  208. Sandra (verified owner) –

    Quick sew!

  209. Samantha (verified owner) –

    The instructions were very clear and this was a quick and simple sew! I will definitely be making many more!!!

  210. Kim (verified owner) –

    new at sewing clothes, true to sizing and very easy to understand. I will be sewing more patterns from itch to stitch designs.

  211. Melinda (verified owner) –

    I love it pattern was EASY TO FOLLOW

  212. ron (verified owner) –

    Well fitting and easy to assemble

  213. Irina (verified owner) –

    Fácil y bella.

  214. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Easy and fast to sew pattern.

  215. Sandra (verified owner) –

    I made this tank top, and it fits perfectly and looks good too. And I was able to taper it to fit just as I want it to. Thank you.

  216. Cindy (verified owner) –

    Easy fit and finish!

  217. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    It is to small on the buste 2 cm for a size. when you look on the sizetabel.

    • Kennis Wong (store manager) –

      This is a knit pattern. It has a slight negative ease. This is very common. Thanks for taking the time to review!

  218. Julie (verified owner) –

    Easy to use pattern

  219. Celestine (verified owner) –

    Just what I was looking for.

  220. Julie (verified owner) –

    Love it!

  221. Karen (verified owner) –

    Super fit.easy sew.

  222. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    My daughter loved the result.

  223. Carla (verified owner) –

    Made this within a few hours with leftover fabric. My partners thought I had bought the shirt!
    Thank you for the detailed, easy to follow instructions that a beginner like me could follow and be proud of the result

  224. Anne (verified owner) –

    Very nice pattern for a first-time sewing knit fabric and/or using fabric left-over.

  225. VIRGINIA (verified owner) –

    I like the way this is cut

  226. Candy (verified owner) –

    Great Pattern, ez plus!

  227. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Very happy

  228. Sonja (verified owner) –

    It is so easy

  229. Terresa (verified owner) –

    The pattern is drafted great and the sizing was perfect. Easy sew and looks great!

  230. Dee (verified owner) –

    beautiful. just started sewing again after years and years of not sewing, a great way to get my confidence back. thank you.

  231. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Great pattern quick and easy. Size down for a tighter fit.

  232. Pam (verified owner) –

    Great pattern

  233. Roberta (verified owner) –

    You will make many?

  234. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    quite simple with good fit.

  235. Carla (verified owner) –

    Súper fresh and easy for beginners

  236. Angelika (verified owner) –

    Well explained, made it once, but surely will use it again.. 🙂

  237. Cheryl (verified owner) –

    Love how easy this pattern is to put together. Will be using this pattern more .

  238. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Very well put together pattern! Loved it!

  239. Tracey (verified owner) –

    Great free pattern with good instructions, easy to put together and a lovely staple garment that will get lots of uses

  240. Mel (verified owner) –

    I’ve made this tank top 3 times already and I love it!

  241. floflo (verified owner) –

    Très facile joli agréable

  242. rfa17 (verified owner) –

    This was my first ITS pattern, and I will definitely be coming back for more. The sizing is spot-on, and the instructions are so clear and specific that I was able to sew this very quickly without issues. I will be making this is multiple colors and prints.

  243. Janeen (verified owner) –

    Great easy download.

  244. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Very good.

  245. Judith (verified owner) –

    Perfect fit.

  246. narelle (verified owner) –

    a simple design

  247. Ann (verified owner) –

    The instructions are so clear

  248. Donna (verified owner) –

    Love this Lago tank. Especially appreciate your explicit directions, as someone that hasn’t sewn garments in a lot of years, the time you have put into your patterns is greatly appreciated.

  249. Jane (verified owner) –

    A brilliant fast to make and versatile staple tank. How kind of you to provide this. Sews up quickly and the instructions, as always, are easy to follow.

  250. Peg (verified owner) –

    Fits good.

  251. Wendy (verified owner) –

    Well done.

  252. terri.greenlee (verified owner) –

    The fit is perfect. I will make this more than once!

  253. Patti (verified owner) –

    Great pattern!

  254. Lex (verified owner) –

    The perfect tank!

  255. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    amazing patterns

  256. Andrea (verified owner) –

    Simple und sitzt gut

  257. mireille (verified owner) –

    love it

  258. Marilyn (verified owner) –

    Very easy

  259. Angela (verified owner) –

    Sieht gut aus. Sehr luftig, daher ideal für heiße Tage. (Perfect for hot days)

  260. marahhulse (verified owner) –

    What a fabulous tank pattern! I have made so many since testing and release of the Lago Tank! This is a great pattern for those 1 yard cuts of knit you love but are not sure what to make. It is also a great pattern for up cycling/refashioning knit shirts and skirts into tanks with.

  261. sstoney1 (verified owner) –

    Such a simple design, but it’s a really useful garment. I see many of these in my life!

  262. stieperaere-crabbe (verified owner) –

    Very clear explantation
    Nice result (I also made a dress by adding 25 cm to the length)
    Also for beginners!

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Pattern without Cup Sizes (Sizes 00 to 20)

Body Measurements
inch
cm		 00 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20
Bust 311⁄8
79		 321⁄2
82.5		 337⁄8
86		 351⁄4
89.5		 365⁄8
93		 38
96.5		 393⁄8
100		 403⁄4
103.5		 421⁄8
107		 431⁄2
110.5		 447⁄8
114		 461⁄4
117.5
Waist 253⁄8
64.5		 263⁄4
68		 281⁄8
71.5		 291⁄2
75		 307⁄8
78.5		 321⁄4
82		 335⁄8
85.5		 35
89		 363⁄8
92.5		 373⁄4
96		 391⁄8
99.5		 401⁄2
103
Hip 331⁄8
84		 341⁄2
87.5		 357⁄8
91		 371⁄4
94.5		 385⁄8
98		 40
101.5		 413⁄8
105		 423⁄4
108.5		 441⁄8
112		 451⁄2
115.5		 467⁄8
119		 481⁄4
122.5

How to choose your size

  1. Compare your bust circumference (fullest part) to the “Body Measurements” table, choose the size that best fits your bust. If you are between sizes, choose the smaller size if you like your garment more fitted; otherwise, choose the bigger size.
  2. Compare your waist circumference (narrowest part) to the “Body Measurements” table. Choose the size that best fits your waist. If you are between sizes, choose the smaller size if you like your garment more fitted; otherwise, choose the bigger size.
  3. Compare your hip circumference (widest part) to the “Body Measurements” table. Choose the size that fits your hip best. If you are between sizes, choose the smaller size if you like your garment more fitted; otherwise, choose the bigger size.
  4. It’s OK to use different sizes for the bust, waist and hip. The instructions for blending sizes are included in the pattern.
  5. If you are taller or shorter than 5’6” (168 cm), you should consider lengthening or shortening the garment. The instructions for lengthening or shortening are included in the pattern.

 

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