Axis Tank
GARMENT SPECIFICS The Axis Tank is an unlined cropped tank top bralette, designed to be worn as a comfort or layering garment. It is entirely elastic free. Four different views feature the tank with scooped and high necklines, with different design panels. View One + Three feature only two seams in the garment body, curving around the bust dart and along the side. View Two + Four has decorative colorblock panels inspired by vintage lingerie. All openings are finished with a super easy binding method using elastic or your garment fabric.
Garment can be entirely constructed with a sewing machine; serger/overlocking machine optional. Techniques required include zig zag stitches, pinning + sewing curved seams, and understitching seam allowances.
SUGGESTED FABRICS Knit fabrics with 50-75% stretch, preferably with a spandex content. Bamboo, Rayon, or blends with Cotton, Lycra, Silk, Spandex, Nylon, Tencel. 100% cotton tends to stretch out quickly. Measure stretch by marking out 4” of fabric, then gently stretch to max.
FABRIC YARDAGE
- XXS - XL 1/2 yard
- 1X - 6X 1 yard
NOTIONS
- Thread
SIZES This pattern includes sizes XXS-000/00 to 6X-40/42
Sophie’s bust is 32”, underbust is 26”, waist is 25”, and she is 5’10” tall. She is wearing size XS - 0/2 with no modifications.
Lydia's bust is 51", underbust is 40", waist is 42". She is wearing a 1X with no modifications.
