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80s Knitting Patterns for Women – Tank Top

Posted on February 8, 2019February 8, 2019 by Knitting Free

As you might all gather by now, I am a huge hoarder of knitting patterns, especially vintage patterns from any era.

Today I am going to share a vintage 80s knitting patterns that I think is still relevant today. It makes for a great summer tank top.

Red Vest

Difficulty: Beginner

Size: to fit bust 36 (38-40) inches

Materials Used: 4 (5-6) – 1 3/4 oz/ 50gr balls of Akala type yarn by Phildar wools and 1 pr Number 7 needles.

Stitches Used: single rib, diagonal pattern stitches to the right and to the left.

From Fancy That Magazine August 1986

2 thoughts on “80s Knitting Patterns for Women – Tank Top”

  1. Rachel Embleton says:
    May 1, 2020 at 3:45 pm

    Hi I am struggling finding modern patterns or even nice knits that are totally old school in the lingo and speak of zero in the rounds and double ended needles etc I just would love patterns that are written in old school format for the non advanced knitters who are confused by modern patterns since all this circular needles and stuff was invented an avid fan of straight needles knitting in lamems terms I can learn a new stitch with help of utube on straight needles only frustrated 2 needles knitter in need of some projects I have plenty of wool and many size needles just need patterns please help ????

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  2. Denise Herold says:
    July 28, 2022 at 4:36 pm

    Where do I get this pattern?

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