Sport Tank Top with Contrast Side Panels
Introducing a versatile sport tank top pattern distinguished by its dynamic contrast side panels and elegant curved yoke, offering both style and comfort.
When To Wear
This sport tank top is designed for versatile styling and comfort, making it an ideal choice for:
- Active & Leisure Wear: Comfortable for workouts, yoga, or everyday casual activities.
- Transitional Styling: Easily pairs with athletic bottoms for sport or dresses up with casual trousers for everyday wear.
- Modern Wardrobe Staple: a chic and functional addition for relaxed yet polished outfits.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: Gently fitted through the torso, designed for a comfortable, non-restrictive fit.
Neckline: Classic rounded neckline, finished with a neat binding.
Sleeves: Sleeveless design with clean, bound armholes for maximum mobility.
Construction: Features a central front panel flanked by contrasting side panels, seamlessly integrating into a curved shoulder yoke that extends to the back.
Hem: Straight hemline, providing a clean and versatile finish.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. Requires experience working with knit fabrics, precise panel assembly, and applying bias binding to curves.
Fabric Recommendations
For optimal drape and comfort, select medium stretch knits that allow for ease of movement:
- Medium stretch knit fabrics made from natural or blended fibers
Additional Supplies
No additional notions are required.
Cutter's Must
- From main fabric:
- 1. Back – 1 qty
- 2. Center front – 1 qty
- 3. Side front – 2 qty
- 4. Yoke – 2 qty
Tip: When sewing knit fabrics, use a special elastic stitch or a narrow zigzag stitch. When serging, trim seam allowances to 0.6 – 0.8 cm. For the hem, use a twin needle to maintain elasticity.
Sewing Instructions
- Attach the side front PANELs to the center front. Serge the seams and press towards the center. Attach the yoke to the front. Serge the seam allowances and press downwards. Attach the yoke to the back on the right side. Serge the seam allowance and press downwards.
- Cut a bias binding 4 cm wide, with a length equal to the neckline length. Fold the trim strip in half, right sides out, and press. Place the trim strip on the wrong side of the neckline and stitch. Turn to the right side and topstitch. Attach the left side of the yoke. Serge the seam allowance and press towards the back. Place a bar tack on the neckline at the level of the yoke attachment seam.
- Cut a bias binding 4 cm wide, with a length equal to the armhole length. Fold the trim strip in half, right sides out, and press. Place the trim strip on the wrong side of the armhole and stitch. Turn to the right side and topstitch. Stitch the side seams. Serge the seam allowances and press towards the back. Place a bar tack on the armhole at the level of the side seam.
- Serge the bottom edge of the garment and the bottom edge of the sleeve. Fold to the wrong side, press, and topstitch.
