This chunky yarn crochet bikini top pattern is a fun, easy, and customizable project that will leave you with a stylish and comfortable piece of swimwear just in time for summer. Featuring vibrant yellow yarn accents that add a pop of color to the classic brown, this pattern offers a unique twist on the traditional bikini top design.
Crochet Bikini Top

Whether you're a beginner or more experienced crocheter, this step-by-step guide is simple to follow, making it the perfect addition to your crochet collection. Customize the fit and color to match your personal style, and enjoy the satisfaction of creating a wearable, handmade piece that will stand out at the beach or poolside.
Materials Needed:
- Chunky yarn in two colors (brown and yellow)
- 4.5 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
Creating the Cups:

Making a Slip Knot:
- Create a slip knot with the brown yarn.
Chain:
- Chain 15. Adjust for desired cup length.
Row 1:
- Make an extra chain, then half double crochet across, starting from the second chain from the end.
- At the last chain, make five half double crochets in the same chain.
- Place a stitch marker (using yellow yarn) on the third half double crochet.
- Continue with half double crochets to the end of the chain.

Row 2:
- Chain one and turn.
- Half double crochet across in the back loop only, until the stitch marker.
- At the stitch marker, make three half double crochets in the same stitch through the front loop.
- Place the stitch marker on the second half double crochet.
- Continue half double crochets in the back loop only to the end.
For Rows 3-8:
- Repeat Row 2.

Finishing the Cup:
- After row 8, secure the yarn and weave in the ends.
Adding Yellow Yarn Detail:
- Attach the yellow yarn to the right side of the cup.
- Chain one, skip two chains, and make five double crochets in the third chain.
- Skip one chain and slip stitch in the next.
- Repeat across the edge of the cup.
- Secure the yarn and hide the ends on the wrong side.
- Repeat all steps to create a second cup.

Attaching the Cups:
- Create a long chain of 100.
- Attach this chain to one side of a cup using single crochet, placing one in each of the eight rows.
- Chain two.
- Attach the second cup to the chain using single crochet, again placing one in each of the eight rows.
- Chain 100 for the other side.
- Fasten off and secure the ends.

Creating Neck Ties:
- Attach yarn to the top middle of one cup.
- Chain 100.
- Repeat for the other cup.





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