A Stylish Crochet Shirt Pattern That Actually Fits

If you’ve been looking for the perfect blend of comfort, style, and handmade charm, this crochet shirt pattern is for you. Designed with a modern unisex silhouette, this project lets you create a lightweight, breathable shirt using simple double crochet stitches and fun color changes. Whether you're customizing the length for a cropped vibe or going full-coverage with longer panels, the versatility of this pattern makes it ideal for all sizes and tastes.

Crochet Shirt Pattern

From front and back panels to sleeves and borders, each step is easy to follow and suitable even for adventurous beginners. Use your favorite yarn colors to personalize the look and end up with a trendy wardrobe piece you’ll be proud to wear or gift.

Materials Needed

• Two colors of fingering yarn
• 4.5 mm hook
• Scissors
• Darning needle
• Stitch marker
• Tape measure

Part 1: Front Panels (Make Two)

Foundation Chain:

• Create a slip knot.
• Chain 48 + 2 for S/M or 56 + 2 for L/XL.

Row 1:

• Skip two chains.
• Make two double crochets in the third stitch.
• Skip 3 sts, then make 3 double crochets in the 4th stitch.
• Repeat to the end of the row.

Row 2:

• Chain 3 and turn.
• Place a double crochet in the middle space between each 3dc cluster.
• Place 3 dc in the last stitch.

Color Change:

• Switch to the second color.
• Chain 3 and turn.

Rows 3 Onward:

• Repeat Row 2.
• Alternate yarn colors every 2 rows.
• Continue until panel measures:
• 20 inches for customized
• 23–25 inches for medium/large
• 27 inches for XL

Second Panel:

• Repeat above steps to create another identical panel.

Part 2: Back Panel

Foundation Chain:

• Slip knot and chain 100 (112 for L/XL).

Row 1:

• Skip two chains.
• Make two double crochets in the third stitch.
• Skip 3 sts, then make 3 double crochets in the 4th stitch.
• Repeat to the end of the row.

Rows 2 Onward:

• Chain 3 and turn.
• Repeat front panel pattern.
• Alternate colors every 2 rows.
• Continue until panel measures 20 inches.

Part 3: Assembling the Shirt

Connecting Panels:

• Lay front panels over back panel (front sides facing inward).
• Measure 4.5 inches from each side and mark.

Side Seams:

• Connect sides using slip stitches.
• Start with 3 single crochets to secure.
• Continue with slip stitches to the stitch marker.
• Repeat for the opposite side.

Sleeves:

• Attach yarn.
• Make 3 single crochets in each row.
• At 8 inches from top, switch to 2 single crochets per row.

Sleeve Pattern:

• Chain 3, make 2 dc in same stitch.
• Skip 3 sts, make 3 dc in next stitch.

Repeat pattern.

• Alternate colors every 2 rows.
• Make 8 rows per sleeve.
• Repeat for second sleeve.

Part 4: Collar and Borders

Collar:

• Attach yarn and chain 1.
• Make 3 single crochets in first chain space.
• Then single crochet around the neckline.

Collar Pattern:

• Chain 3, 2 dc in same stitch.
• Skip 3 sts, make 3 dc in next.
• Alternate colors every 2 rows.
• Work 6 total rows.

Front Borders:

• Attach yarn.
• Make 2 single crochets in each row edge.

Straps (Optional):

• Measure and chain 14.
• Attach with single crochets.

Finishing Touch

• Cut and weave in all loose ends.
• Block your shirt if desired for a polished fit.