Crochet Bikini Top Pattern is the perfect go-to project for adding a handmade touch to your warm-weather wardrobe. Whether you prefer boho vibes, chic minimalism, or playful colors, this versatile piece lets you express your style with ease.
Crochet Bikini Top
Designed for comfort and flair, crochet Bikini tops are lightweight, breathable, and endlessly customizable making them a favorite for beginners and experienced crocheters alike. With just a hook, some yarn, and a bit of patience, you can stitch up a trendy top that's perfect for beach days, festivals, or layering all year round.
Materials
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- Lightweight cotton yarn
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
Optional: Decorative beads for embellishment
Cup Construction
Foundation Chain
- Start with a chain of 7 (3 base chains + 4 additional chains).
- Work single crochet (sc) stitches into each chain across until the last stitch.
- In the last chain, make 5 single crochets into the same stitch to form the curve.
- Place a stitch marker in the 3rd of these 5 stitches.
Row 1
- Turn the work.
- Single crochet across to the end.
- Mark the 4th stitch from the end.
Row 2
- Chain 1 and turn.
- Chain 2 more stitches.
- Insert hook at the first stitch marker.
- Continue with single crochet up to the next stitch marker.
- In that marked stitch, make 3 single crochets and mark the 2nd stitch of the 3.
- Continue with single crochet until the 4th stitch from the end.
- Chain 2 and single crochet into the last stitch.
Repeat Pattern
- Alternate repeating Row 1 and Row 2.
- After every 2 rows, chain 2 and single crochet to maintain shaping.
- Repeat until you have a total of 15 rows.
Cup Measurements
- Each finished cup should measure approximately 4 inches wide and 5 inches tall.
Joining the Cups
- Use a chain of 6 stitches to connect the two finished cups at the center.
Body Pattern (Below the Cups)
Shell Stitch Row
- Single crochet into the base.
- Skip 2 stitches.
- Make 5 double crochets in the next stitch (shell).
- Skip 2 stitches, single crochet in the next.
- Repeat this shell stitch pattern across.
Fasten Off
- Cut the yarn and weave in the ends.
Straps and Embellishments
Neck and Back Straps
- Cut yarn to your desired strap length.
- Attach yarn to each top corner of the cups for neck ties.
- Attach yarn to both bottom corners of the cups for back ties.
Bead Embellishments
- Add beads to the ends of the neck and back ties for decoration.
- Use a yarn needle or small hook to thread the beads.
Threading the Ties
- Thread the back ties through the shell stitches at the bottom for a secure fit.
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