This crochet bralette crop top pattern is designed to help you create a stylish, body-hugging summer piece that is fully adjustable to your shape and coverage preferences. Built from two simple crochet cups joined at the center, the design grows naturally with easy increases, making it ideal for beginners who want to learn cup construction without complicated shaping.
Crochet Bralette Crop Top
The bottom band can be kept short for a classic bralette look or extended into a longer crop top, while tie-up straps allow flexible sizing and a comfortable fit. Whether worn as a festival top, beachwear, or layered under sheer clothing, this pattern offers versatility and customization with minimal materials.
Materials
- Cotton or acrylic medium weight yarn
- 3.0 mm or 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
- Yarn needle
Bra Cup Construction
- Make a slip knot and chain 15 to 18 for a medium size, adjusting as needed
- Double crochet into the fourth chain from the hook
- Double crochet into each chain across to the last chain
- In the last chain, work two double crochets, chain one, and two double crochets in the same stitch
- Continue double crocheting evenly along the opposite side of the foundation chain
Cup Shaping Rows
- Turn your work and chain two to begin the next row
- Double crochet into every stitch until reaching the chain one space at the cup peak
- Work two double crochets, chain one, and two double crochets into the peak space
- Continue double crocheting to the end of the row
- Repeat these rows until the cup provides enough coverage, usually six to nine rows
- Make a second identical cup following the same steps
Joining the Cups
- Place both cups side by side with the peaks facing upward
- Join the cups at the center bottom using slip stitches or by crocheting two to three stitches across
Bottom Band and Body
- Attach yarn to the outer bottom corner of one cup
- Double crochet evenly across the bottom of both cups
- Continue adding rows of double crochet to reach your desired length
- Keep it short for a bralette style or extend it for a longer crop top
Edging
- Single crochet evenly around the edges of the cups and bottom band for a clean finish
- Optional decorative edging such as shell stitches can be added if desired
Straps and Ties
- Attach yarn to the peak of each cup and chain to your preferred strap length
- Fasten off securely
- Attach yarn to each side of the bottom band and chain long ties for the back closure
- Weave in all loose ends securely
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