Off Shoulder Tank. Vogue Knitting.

Ever since I learned how to knit I wanted to make a marine style sweater or a dress. As soon as I found the cotton yarn in ivory and navy blue shades, I started the hunt for the perfect pattern. I was looking for something as simple as possible in a plain stockinette stitch. Off Shoulder Tank by Cathy Carron from Vogue Knitting Spring/Summer 2008 was the perfect match.

I love how simple and feminine it is.  The deep waist ribbing is very flattering. Especially if you knit it very tight - it feels like you are wearing a corset.

 This top was such a quick knit, I finished it in five days. I absolutely loved the idea of the ribbon woven through the eyelets along the neckline. Red and navy blue ribbons were the perfect last touch for my marine top.

Overall, it is a gorgeous summer top, that can be worn with jeans, white pants or long white skirts.

Thank you, Vogue Knitting! It was a joy to make.