Knitting patterns for tank tops with straps or ties at shoulders. Updated 8/8/26
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Free Patterns
Tied Top
Easy tank top knit in one piece and fastened with i-cord straps. Sizes XS to 4X. Designed by Lion Brand Yarn. Fingering weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Liora Top
Elegant strappy camisole style top perfect for layering or a night out. Knit seamlessly in the round from the bottom up with i-cord straps. Sizes 82.5 to 184 cm / 33 to 72". Designed by Alison Green. DK weight yarn.
Ananke Top
Strappy tank top knit with a chevron ribbed hem with bobbles, V-neck, and shoulder straps. Sizes 76 to 159 cm / 30 to 62 ". Designed by Audrey Borrego. Fingering weight yarn.
Regatinha Top
Sleeveless tank or camisole with an all over 12 row repeat cable pattern in 2 identical pieces with attached i-cord straps. Available in English, French, and Portuguese. Designed by Solange Camargo. Fingering weight yarn.
Calla Tank
Cabled sleeveless top. Sizes: XS [S, M, L, 1X, 2X] Finished Bust: 31[33,34, 36,38.5, 44] DK weight yarn. Designed by Sauniell N. Connally. Pictured project by eawilson
Elderwood Tank
Sleeveless lace openwork top that's perfect for layering. Only one size but you could make a large size by using a different weight yarn. Designed by Cathy Pratt. Lace weight yarn. May only be free for a limited time.
More Free Patterns
Primrose Top
Strappy lace sleeveless top with lace flowers and flirty peplum ruffle. DK weight yarn. Sizes 30in to 52in / 75cm to 132cm. Designed by Lirio knits for Hobbii. A kit is also available.
Parkside Peplum Tank
Sleeveless top with i-cord straps and peplum skirt. Sizes 23.5" (60 cm) to 46.5" (117.5 cm). Aran weight yarn. Web pattern is free. A printable pdf is available for purchase. Designed by Ashley Lillis.
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Peplum Top
Sleeveless women's top with straps and a flouncy ruffle. Sizes S to 1X. DK weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand. A kit is also available.
Contrast Trim Cardigan and Top
Matching pinstripe cardigan and sleeveless top with shoulder straps. Sizes to fit bust XS/S 28-34" [71-86.5 cm] to 4/5XL 56-62" [142-157.5 cm]. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Caron.
4 Row Repeat Vine Lace Top
Sleeveless top with I-cord shoulder straps and body knit seamlessly body in the round in a 4 row repeat Vine Lace and stockinette. Size: XS (S, M, L, XL). Designed by Elaine Phillips. DK weight yarn.
<Patterns for Purchase
Three-Way Romance Top
Versatile loose knit pullover top can be worn as a cold shoulder top or ruffled tank or sleeveless shell. Suitable for beginners according to the designer. Knit it in a soft thick and thin yarn to give it the pictured look. Designed by rustiknits
Bow Crazy Tank Top
Open back lace tank top with lace ruffled waist, a picot neckline, cable braided straps, and flirty bow on back. Sizes: XS-XL to fit a 30-44" Bust. Designed Lauren Riker. Sport weight yarn.
Lake Mermaid Tank Top
This oversize fit tank top features a high-low split hem, an open “V” back and a deep cut triangle top bust design. This top is ideal to wear over a bikini or bralette, as it is breezy and shows off a lot of skin. Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4/5XL. Designed Lovely by Lee. Worsted weight yarn.
