Nantes
A basic close-fitting tank top in jersey, with the neckline and armholes finished with binding. Wears as an underlayer for a shirt or on its own.
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40–54 Sizes included
0.80–0.90 m Main fabric, by size
4 Pattern pieces
1.50 m Fabric width used
Pattern descriptionA basic jersey tank top
A men's tight-fitting tank top, with the armholes and neckline finished with binding.
It is suitable both as an underlayer for a shirt and as a standalone piece for summer or athletic outfits.
MaterialsWhat you'll need
Suggested materials
- Lightweight jersey fabrics; the ideal option is interlock
- Fabric width used throughout this tutorial — 1.50 m (59.1″)
Also needed
- Threads to match the fabric
- A serger, or a double needle on a sewing machine, to finish the hem
Fabric use by size, for fabric width 1.50 m (59.1″)
| Size | 40–42 | 44–46MOST PICKED | 48–50 | 52–54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main fabric | 0.80 m 31.5″ | 0.85 m 33.5″ | 0.85 m 33.5″ | 0.90 m 35.4″ |
Pattern pieces already include 0.7 cm (0.27″) seam allowances for all edges. The fabric use does not include possible shrinkage — please account for it and buy 5–10% more than required.
Cutting listSpecification
| Pattern piece | Pcs. |
|---|---|
| Main fabric | |
| 1 — Front (fold) | 1 |
| 2 — Back (fold) | 1 |
| 3 — Neckline binding | 1 |
| 4 — Armhole binding | 2 |
Pattern pieces — tap to zoom in
Cutting layoutLayout of parts on fabric
Main fabric, width 1.50 m (59.1″), shown for sizes 40 and 54
Size 40Tap the diagram to zoom in
Size 54Tap the diagram to zoom in
Step by stepSewing instructions
Nine steps, from the shoulder seams to the final press.
- 1
Sew the shoulder and side seams of the front (1) and back (2). Press the seam allowances towards the back.
- 2
Press the binding for the neckline (3) and armholes (4) along the length.
- 3
Fold the binding in half and stitch it into a loop. Press the seam.
- 4
Topstitch along the edge of the bindings.
- 5
Attach the neckline binding, evenly distributing the ease allowance. Press the seam allowances onto the garment.
- 6
Topstitch along the neckline, 0.2 cm (0.08″) from the attaching seam, capturing the seam allowances.
- 7
Repeat the same process for the armholes.
- 8
Press the hem allowance to the wrong side. Topstitch with a finish stitch using a serger, or a double needle on a sewing machine.
- 9
Iron the finished garment.
Finishing The tank top is ready!
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