Boho Summer Crochet Cropped Top Pattern

Turn heads this season with a Crochet Cropped Top Pattern that’s as fun to make as it is to wear! This trendy little number brings together playful vibes and flirty charm, perfect for sun-drenched days, music festivals, or layering over your favorite outfits.

Crochet Cropped Top

With endless color options and styling possibilities, it's your chance to get creative and show off your handmade fashion game. Whether you're going for beachy and breezy or bold and statement-making, this cropped top is the must-have piece your hook’s been waiting for!

Front Panel

Foundation Chain
Start with a chain of 55.

Rows 1–7: Straight Body

Row 1: Work 1 single crochet in the third chain from the hook.
Continue with single crochet in each chain to the end.
Chain 1 and turn at the end of each row.
Repeat this process to complete a total of 7 rows of single crochet.

Row 8: Begin Decreasing

Work single crochets across, but leave the last 2 stitches unworked.
Chain 1 and turn.

Row 9 and Onward: Continue Decreasing

At the beginning of the row, slip stitch into the first 2 stitches, chain 1, and continue with single crochet across.
Always work into the turning chain to maintain the row’s width.
At the end of each row, leave the last 2 stitches unworked.
Repeat this process for a total of 11 rows with decreases on both sides.

Finishing the Side Edge

Work along the side edge where the decreases were made.
Make 3 single crochet stitches into each decrease section.

Top Edge with Buttonholes

Crochet a row of single crochets across the top edge.
Begin creating buttonholes: 15 single crochets, chain 1, skip 1 stitch, 3 single crochets — repeat this sequence until you have 9 buttonhole spaces.

Final Top Row

Work 1 row of single crochet across the top, placing 1 single crochet into each chain space and each stitch.

Side Bases (Make 2)

Foundation and Setup

Start with a chain of 55.
Work single crochet rows similar to the front panel.

Underarm Decreases (Curved Side)

Starting from Row 4, decrease at one side:
Slip stitch into the first 2 stitches, chain 1, then work single crochets across, leaving the last 2 stitches unworked.
Repeat this process for 4 rows to form the underarm curve.

Straight Side Decreases

On the opposite side, continue decreasing using the same method until you have 11 decreases in total on that side, forming a straight edge.

Edging

Along the curved (decreasing) side, work 3 single crochets into each decrease section.
Along the straight side, work single crochets evenly into each turning chain.

Buttonhole Edge

Along the bottom edge, create buttonholes:

5 single crochets, chain 1, skip 1 stitch, 3 single crochets — repeat until 9 buttonholes are formed.
Add 2 more rows of single crochet, inserting one stitch into each chain space and stitch from the previous row.

Top Finishing

Finish with slip stitches across the top edge for a neat look.

Assembling the Panels

Align one side base to the front panel, stitch-for-stitch.
Join using slip stitches along the side edge.

Back Panel

Foundation and Basic Rows

Start with a chain of 55.
Work 2 rows of single crochet.

Buttonhole Row

On Row 3, create buttonholes:
3 single crochets, chain 1, skip 1 stitch, 4 single crochets — repeat this pattern to the end of the row.

Continue Body

Work single crochets across for 4 more rows, ensuring to place 1 stitch in each chain space from the previous row.
Continue until you complete 7 rows total.

Shaping Row

On Row 8, slip stitch into the first 2 stitches, chain 1, and complete the row in single crochet.

Making the Cord

Use 2 cones of yarn held together.
Leave a tail of yarn about twice the length of your crochet hook.
Make a slip knot to start.
Bring the second strand behind your work.
Insert your hook, yarn over, and pull through both loops (similar to a single crochet).
Repeat the motion consistently until your cord reaches the desired length (approx. 2 meters for the front; longer for the back).

Once the cord is finished:

Cut the yarn and tie multiple knots at the end (about a finger’s width apart).
Trim excess yarn and lightly burn the ends to prevent fraying.
Optionally, insert the ends into a plastic tube piece and lightly burn the tip to seal.

Final Assembly & Straps

Lacing the Top

Lace the cord through the front and side base buttonholes like a shoelace.

Edging the Armholes

Attach yarn at the edge of the armhole.
Work single crochets evenly around the curve for a clean finish.

Creating the Straps

At the top of the armhole, make a foundation of 6 single crochets.
Continue working single crochet rows until the desired strap length is achieved.
Secure the end of the strap to the back panel using slip stitches.

Embellishments (Optional)

White Decorative Patch

Make 10 double crochets.
In the next row, work 2 double crochets into each stitch from the previous row.

Star Detail

Using black yarn, embroider a star by pulling yarn through from the back of the work.
Attach the white decorative piece by sewing it around the edge with black yarn.