Looking for the perfect handmade piece to elevate your summer wardrobe? This Crochet Crop Top pattern is designed to be both stylish and beginner-friendly, offering a breathable and flattering fit ideal for warm weather. With its customizable cup size, airy stitch pattern, and elegant back lace-up detail, it’s a versatile project that can be tailored to suit any body type or color palette.
Crochet Crop Top
Whether you’re heading to the beach or brunch, this crochet top adds a trendy, handcrafted touch to any outfit. Let your creativity flow and make this summer essential truly your own!
Materials Needed
- 4-ply yarn
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Bra pads (optional)
Creating the Cups
Row 1
- Chain 15
- Double crochet in the 4th chain from the hook
- Double crochet in each chain across
- In the last chain: 3 double crochets, chain 1, 3 double crochets (all in same stitch)
- Double crochet back down the other side
- You should have 14 double crochets on each side
Row 2
- Chain 3, turn
- Double crochet across to the center
- In center space: 2 double crochets, chain 1, 2 double crochets
- Double crochet to the end (16 stitches per side)
For Rows 3–11
- Repeat the same pattern
- Increase double crochets each row as the cup grows
- Complete 11 total rows for each cup
Joining the Cups & Bottom Part
Join Cups
- Place both cups with right sides facing up
- Do not cut yarn on the second cup
Row 1
- Chain 1
- Single crochet across first cup
- Chain 3
- Attach second cup, single crochet across
Row 2
- Chain 3, turn
- Double crochet across including the center chain space
For Row 3
- Chain 4, turn
- Double crochet in the 3rd stitch from the previous row
- Chain 1, skip 1, double crochet repeat to end
Rows 4–7
- Alternate rows of double crochets and chain-1, skip-1 double crochets
Row 8
- Chain 1, turn
- Slip stitch in first stitch
- Create edge: alternate half double crochet and two double crochets with chain-3 loops
Upper Part of the Top
Starting from the Upper Corner
- Chain 4
- Double crochet with chain-1, skip-1 pattern
Continue Pattern
- Alternate double crochet rows with chain-1, skip-1 double crochet rows
- Adjust stitches at center for even placement
- Continue until 9 total rows are complete
Side Ties
Tie Base
- Chain 4
- Double crochet in same stitch
- Chain 1, double crochet in next stitch repeat down the side
Add Decorative Edge
- Mimic the decorative edge used on the bottom
Tie Strings
- Chain 100
- Add one chain
- Slip stitch back down to base
- Repeat on the other side
Back Lace
Create Lace-Up Cord
- Chain 400
- Add one chain
- Slip stitch in each chain back to the start
Finishing Touches
- Weave in all yarn ends using a yarn needle
- Adjust fit by tightening or loosening back lace
- Insert bra pads if desired
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