Chalk and Notch Patterns: Victory Tank Release

I recently had the fantastic opportunity to test Chalk and Notch Pattern’s newest release, The Victory Tank. I absolutely love Gabriela’s style and patterns and this new tank is no different. I have a complete obsession with her knit tank pattern from last year, the Pony Tank, and now my closet will be busting with the latest woven option, the Victory Tank. Read on to see why I love the new Chalk and Notch Victory Tank and why I think you may like to sew one too.

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When I take a first run at a pattern, I like to carefully choose fabric that didn’t break the bank and isn’t going to make me cry if it ends up not working out. For sustainability, using thrift store sheets or fabric is usually the way I go. But this recent Hobby Lobby clearance fabric was perfect for this. At $2/yard I wasn’t taking a high risk cost wise and the bright and beautiful rayon crepe seemed like a perfect fit for a summer tank. I am happy to report that not only did it work out, but I have already worn this multiple times and it is dreamy in the current heat wave of summer we are experiencing.

This is view A of the pattern, the simplest one! The length on this is mid-rise and I love it. It covers my belly and provides tons of ease through the tummy and hip without looking like a tent. The pattern includes cup sizes a/b and c/d, ya know this girl was the a/b cup pattern…LOL and so, bonus…I didn’t have to sew any darts. I love the slight racerback shape of the tank but sometimes figuring out the bra situation can be a challenge. How do you get to wear your favorite bras and not have straps showing? It turns out it’s a quick and simple fix.

I found these little bra adjusters for a few bucks on Amazon and it worked perfectly. You could use the oval shaped one to pull in the straps for a more defined racerback, but I found the strap that attaches across the back worked great with this top. Pulling the straps in just enough, I chose to place it here, but it’s easily adjustable for more dramatic effects.

You can find these bra adjusters here.

The Victory Tank pictured above (with some of my favorite Portlander Pants…looks great together huh 🙂 is the second tank I made during testing and I love love love it. This rayon bubble crepe from Mily Mae Fabrics was dreamy and happened to pair perfectly with a satiny lining in my stash. This is also View A, no modifications. I chose a size 4 a/b cup based on my bust measurement. I did not have to make any fit adjustments to the pattern. It was perfect as is for me.

You can see there is a center back seam in the pattern and if you wanted to fussy cut to have your fabric match up here you could, I chose not to go that route.

The Victory Tank pattern also calls for a full lining. The Hobby Lobby crepe is lined with the same fabric and this feels great, but was a tad confusing when completing the under stitching on the pattern. I had to keep double checking that I was pressing the seam and stitching on the correct side. The floral bubble crepe is lined with a plum satin lining from Joann that was in my stash and I love how it worked out. Much easier to see the difference in the pieces while sewing. So, save yourself a little trouble and pick a separate fabric for the lining for easier distinguishing of pieces.

I love how the tank lining provides clean finishes so your tank looks as fabulous on the inside as it does on the outside. This pattern has an equally stunning view B. The view B provides a crop length with straps in the front and slit opening in the back. Many testers mixed views for super cute tops as well. I am looking forward to making a few more and maybe hacking one or two into a dress!

I hope you enjoyed a look at why I love this new woven tank pattern from Chalk and Notch. If you think this basic wardrobe staple would be great in your sewing pattern stash, make sure to head to Gabriela’s page and pick up your copy here. I also want to mention this top is a great stash buster and sustainable sew, helping you use up those smaller fabrics in your stash. After listening to the recent Love to Sew Podcast on Fabric Scraps, I felt inspired to not let my scraps of the bubble crepe go to waste. Come back next time when I show you what I did with the little fabric that remained.

Chalk and Notch Victory Tank Pattern Review

Pattern Description:

This is a woven tank pattern with cute style for a great basic wardrobe builder. The tank includes a lining, a/b or c/d cup sizes and two views. View A is mid-rise and view B is cropped with front straps and a split back feature.

PATTERN SIZING: 0-24 cup sizes a/b and c/d

Fabric Needed:

Woven fabric- 1 yard I purchased Rayon crepe from Hobby Lobby and was gifted Rayon Bubble Crepe from Mily Mae Fabrics

Woven lining fabric- 1 yard

DID IT LOOK LIKE THE PHOTO/DRAWING ON THE PATTERN ENVELOPE ONCE YOU WERE DONE SEWING?

Yes, I sewed view A and did not make any modifications to the pattern.

WERE THE INSTRUCTIONS EASY TO FOLLOW?

The instructions were clear and easy to understand. The pattern uses the “burrito” method for giving the armholes a clean finish and this technique could be challenging for those unfamiliar with it.

WHAT DID YOU PARTICULARLY LIKE OR DISLIKE ABOUT THE PATTERN?

I love the tank length options, the loose fit at the stomach and hip, the curve of the front bodice neckline, the layered pdf pattern so you only have to print your size, and the ease of sewing this pattern.

WOULD YOU SEW IT AGAIN? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND IT TO OTHERS?

Yes, I have already made two tops. They sew up rather quickly and provide a nice wardrobe basic that will also look great layered under cardigans this fall. I would like to try a dress hack as I think it would make a perfect summer dress.

CONCLUSION:

Gabriela has made another fantastic tank pattern for Chalk and Notch. I love her knit pattern, the Pony Tank and this one in a woven is equally great. I am excited to use up some smaller stash pieces and make many more tanks.

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Until next time,

Happy Sewing