The Gullane Tank is a classic V-neck summer tank that is a breeze to knit.
Whether you choose to knit it flat or in the round, this size inclusive pattern offers optional bust shaping up to a H cup, ensuring the perfect fit for every body type. Gullane will quickly become a beloved wardrobe staple. Wear it as a sleeveless top in warm weather, or layer it up for a cozy and chic slipover when the temperature drops, it’s the perfect year round knit.
The Gullane Tank was created with versatility and inclusivity in mind. Perfect for both new and experienced knitters, the pattern is designed with easy-to-follow instructions, making it an ideal project for those looking to venture into garment making. Knitters of all skill levels can enjoy a quick knit with clean lines, smart finishing details and a project that fits beautifully with zero, or minimal, modifications.
Note that a low vision accessible version of this pattern is coming soon, as there are so many sizing options we want to take the time to make sure it's as accessible as possible.
Basic yarn information and garment measurements are given below. Download a pdf with all of the sizing information and yardage so you can plan your project before purchasing the pattern.
Download Gullane info pdf
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21 sts and 31 rows = 4” / 10cm in stocking stitch
Sandnes Garn Line (53% cotton, 33% viscose, 14% linen, 100 yds / 110m, 50g) in 3021.
DK or worsted weight yarn, plant fibre or silk blends are ideal.
US5 / 3.75mm needles.
US3 / 3.25mm needles.
For knitting flat you can use straight needles or a
24” / 60cm or longer circular needle. For knitting in
the round you will need a 16” / 40cm circular.
Stitch markers.
If you have a bust: measure your high bust and full bust and use both measurements to choose your size.
If you don’t have a bust: measure the widest part of your chest and choose a size where this is closest to the A-B cup bust measurement.
The pattern is intended to fit with 4-6" of positive ease at the high bust. There will be slightly less positive ease at the chest / bust. If you prefer a closer fit we don’t recommend going down more than one size as the shape requires some positive ease to hang well.
To fit a high bust measurement of: 28[31, 34, 37 1/4, 40 1/4](43 1/4, 46 1/4, 49 1/4, 52 1/2, 55 1/2)[58 1/2, 61 1/2]" / 70[77.5, 85, 93, 100.5](108, 115.5, 123, 131.5, 139)[146.5, 154]cm
Choose a cup size based on the difference between your high bust and full bust measurements:
A/B cup = less than 2" / 5cm or no bust
C/D cup = closest to 3" / 7.5cm
E/F cup = closest to 4" / 10cm
G/H cup = 5" / 12.5cm or larger
Shown in size 3 with no added bust shaping and approximately 6” / 15cm of ease at the high bust.
Finished garment measurements - inches | ||||||||
size | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | |
back chest | 17 1/4 | 18 3/4 | 20 1/4 | 21 3/4 | 23 1/4 | 24 3/4 | 26 1/4 | |
front bust (at widest point) | A/B cup | 17 1/4 | 18 3/4 | 20 1/4 | 21 3/4 | 23 1/4 | 24 3/4 | 26 1/4 |
C/D cup | 18 | 19 1/2 | 21 | 22 1/2 | 24 | 25 1/2 | 27 | |
E/F cup | 18 3/4 | 20 1/4 | 21 3/4 | 23 1/4 | 24 3/4 | 26 1/4 | 27 3/4 | |
G/H cup | 19 1/2 | 21 | 22 1/2 | 24 | 25 1/2 | 27 | 28 1/2 | |
total length from centre back neck (after adding neckband) |
21 1/2 | 21 3/4 | 21 3/4 | 22 | 22 1/4 | 22 1/2 | 22 3/4 | |
size | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | |
back chest | 27 3/4 | 29 1/4 | 30 3/4 | 32 1/2 | 34 | 35 1/2 | 37 | |
front bust (at widest point) | A/B cup | 27 3/4 | 29 1/4 | 30 3/4 | 32 1/2 | 34 | 35 1/2 | 37 |
C/D cup | 28 1/2 | 30 | 31 1/2 | 33 1/4 | 34 3/4 | 36 1/4 | 37 3/4 | |
E/F cup | 29 1/4 | 30 3/4 | 32 1/2 | 34 | 35 1/2 | 37 | 38 1/2 | |
G/H cup | 30 | 31 1/2 | 33 1/4 | 34 3/4 | 36 1/4 | 37 3/4 | 39 1/4 | |
total length from centre back neck (after adding neckband) |
23 | 23 | 23 1/4 | 23 1/2 | 23 1/2 | 23 3/4 | 24 |
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