A Tunisian crochet tank top worked entirely in a shell pattern. The shell effect is created on the return pass, giving the design its distinctive texture and look. This pattern is intended for intermediate crocheters, as it also involves shaping with decreases and increases as well as working the shoulder sections. Many photos guide you through the different steps and make the pattern easier to follow. Tables and sketches to fill in also help with taking measurements and adapting the top to your size.

• Level: Intermediate
  This pattern is aimed at crocheters with intermediate Tunisian crochet skills who are comfortable with the common stitches. Knowledge of foundation chains, basic Tunisian stitches, and return passes is required.

• Required stitch knowledge:
  Tunisian basic stitches, Special stitches : Tunisian purl stitch and working off multiple stitches together in the return pass.

!!Note on the special stitches:
This pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial of the special stitches to help you get started easily.

• What You Get!
  You will receive a detailed and richly illustrated 22-page patter, that guides you step by step through the project.

Pattern contents:

• General information about the yarn used and care instructions
• Introduction to Tunisian crochet with the essential basics
• Detailed information about the design
• Description of the stitch pattern used
• Complete written instructions accompanied by a chart
• Table and sketch to fill in

This pattern does not use standard clothing sizes (S, M, L, XL or 38/40/42 …). Instead, the correct size is determined individually based on your gauge swatch and the measurement tables included in the pattern. This way, you can adjust the tank top precisely to your own body measurements.

For my sample (height approx. 1.50 m), I used one 4-threads yarn with a yardage of 1000 m. The actual yardage required may vary depending on your size and desired length. Detailed information is provided in the measurement tables included in the pattern.

• 1 cake 50% cotton 50% acrylic, each 1000 meters, 270 g, 4 threads
• Tunisian crochet hook 5 mm
• Tape measure, stitch marker, scissors, wool needle