There’s something magical about a humble quick sew. Don’t get me wrong—I love a complex project—but when I open my wardrobe each morning, it’s the simpler makes that I reach for time and again.

Perhaps it’s because they’re often the most wearable, or maybe it’s just that they coordinate with so many other garments. Whatever the reason, these speedy little numbers consistently earn their keep in my wardrobe.

And so I present to you our latest quick-sew pattern: the Cashmerette Club Thorndike Tank! I’ve been living in my Thorndikes all summer, and enjoying the feeling of an easy outfit which looks stylish but feels effortlessly comfortable.

Get the Thorndike for as little as $9 when you join Cashmerette Club today.

Featuring elegant French darts for curve-friendly shaping, this versatile sleeveless woven top is your summer wardrobe essential. The crisp facings and back button closure create a refined, clean finish, and the two lengths let you perfectly complement any outfit in your wardrobe.

Not a member yet? Join today for as little as $9 a month and download the Thorndike instantly.

Ana is wearing the cropped Thorndike in a size 14 C/D made with a viscose linen generously gifted by our friends at Core Fabrics. Her measurements are 39” high bust (99 cm), 42” full bust (107 cm), 34” waist (86 cm), and 44.5″ hip (113 cm), and she is 5’ 4”.

Morgan is wearing the cropped Thorndike in a size 20 G/H graded to a 24 waist made with a viscose print generously gifted by our friends at Core Fabrics, paired with a midi-length straight Grafton Skirt. Her measurements are 45” high bust (114 cm), 50” full bust (127 cm), 44.5” waist (113 cm), and 58” hip (147 cm), and she is 5’ 10”.

Julia is wearing the high hip-length Thorndike in a size 22 G/H graded to a 24 at the waist and hip, made with a viscose twill generously gifted by our friends at Core Fabrics. Her measurements are 46.5” high bust (118 cm), 52” full bust (132 cm), 44” waist (112 cm), and 54″ hip (137 cm), and she is 5’ 3”.

Meet the Thorndike Tank

Stay cool and chic with the Thorndike Tank! The Thorndike features:

• French darts for bust shaping in cups C-H
• Neckline and hem facings for a beautiful clean finish
• Elegant keyhole with button closure in the back neckline
• Two lengths: cropped and high hip

The Thorndike is rated beginner, and you can sew yours with total ease thanks to the free video sewalong hosted by Whitney of Tomkat Stitchery!

Picking fabric for your Thorndike

The Thorndike is designed for light to mid-weight woven fabrics such as cotton lawn, double gauze, linen, seersucker or silk.

Our friends at Croft Mill want to help you find your perfect fabric for your first Thorndike with 10% off storewide all month long and exclusively for Club members!

Fabric requirements for the Thorndike Tank

Measurements for the Thorndike Tank

More from the Club this month

With sleeveless tops on my mind (and in my daily rotation), I’m zoning in on a common issue that we curvy makers face when it comes to tanks: the dreaded gaping armscye! So in this month’s masterclass, I’ll take you through how to adjust sleeveless armscyes to fit you fabulously.

(Want to master more sewing secrets? Consider joining the Club at the Plus or All Access level to get our entire library of video lessons.)

Pressing is probably not your favorite part of the sewing process (just a wild guess here!). But it’s one of the most transformative skills you can master, and it’s often the difference between a homemade-looking garment and one that rivals ready-to-wear. From choosing the right temperature settings, to knowing when to press versus iron, and which seams to press open versus to one side, I’ll be sharing my tips to help you elevate your sewing! Join us live on Wednesday, July 30th at 12pm EDT (9am PDT, 5pm BST, July 31st @ 2am AEST).

Let’s make something beautiful

Whether you’re racing against time to add something new to your holiday packing, or simply fancy a satisfying afternoon of sewing with a lovely garment to show for it, the Thorndike Tank delivers on all fronts.

I’d love to see your version! Use hashtag #ThorndikeTank on social media so we can all admire your handiwork. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m off to cut out yet another Thorndike…