Tideline Tank

Yarn: I used the same yarn Elizabeth used for her pattern sample because I loved the drape she achieved in her sweater. The yarn is Line by Sandnes-Garn. The main color is Rustic Rose, with Cafè Au Lait for the color block contrast. The yarn is worsted weight (which surprises me; it’s a very light worsted and I’d guess it to be more DK/sport weight) (but what do I know?), 53% cotton/33% viscose/and 14% linen. The drape really is beatiful, and it blocks like a dream. It is, though, a bit of a pain to knit with (super splitty) (but in the end, very worth the trouble). I used 3 1/2 skeins of the main color and most of 2 skeins of the contrast.

Needles: I used a US size 6 needle for the body of the knit, and US size 5 for the hem and trim on the neckline and arm opening.

Started/finished: I cast on in mid-May, and finished in early June 2026. This is a quick knit!

Notes and Modifications:

I knit the 3rd size with A-line shaping option, and I’m wearing it with 5-6 inches of ease in the bust.
The sweater fits great and the yarn provides excellent drape. I’m really happy with the finished sweater. I really love the trim around the neckline and arm openings. It’s neat and clean-looking – and straightforward to knit.
I made no modifications; I knit the pattern as written.
While I did get stitch gauge, I was not able to achieve row gauge. I used measurement cues (which Elizabeth does include) rather than number of rows.

I love Elizabeth Smith’s design style: It’s very classic and “clean,” but always with fun little twists and features added. I have knit several of Elizabeth’s sweater designs over the years, and always consider them basic “staples” in my wardrobe. Her newest pattern release, Tideline Tank, is no exception. I was happy to take part in the test knit group for this sweater — and will make more of this design, for sure.

Elizabeth’s patterns are always clear, easy to follow, and impeccably written. As an experienced knitter, I don’t always rely on her excellent tips pages and tutorials, but I always check them out. They are helpful, clear, and a true “public service” for knitters new to sweater-knitting.

What will I do with it? Well, I’m already wearing this tank on the regular. It’s perfect! It provides good coverage, but still looks very modern. (Even for 67-year-old arms. . . and the A-line option offers a nice fit for the tummy area, too. )

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