Crochet Crop Top Pattern With A Decorative Ribbon Strap

Crochet your very own trendy crop top with this easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide. This pattern is perfect for beginners looking to make a custom piece of clothing that’s both stylish and comfortable. Featuring a charming ribbon strap and a decorative wave edge, this crochet crop top offers endless opportunities for personalization.

Crochet Crop Top

Whether you want a casual summer outfit or a unique addition to your wardrobe, this versatile pattern can be adapted to fit your needs. Plus, with the ability to choose your yarn and colors, you can create a piece that’s truly one-of-a-kind!

Materials Needed:

• Number 3 light yarn
• 3.25 mm US D hook

Instructions:

Initial Chain:

• Chain 9 stitches plus 2.

First Double Crochet Row:

• Do your first double crochet into the third stitch from the hook.
• Repeat for the remainder of the stitches.
• Chain two, do a double crochet, and turn your work.

Subsequent Rows:

• Do your first double crochet into the loop on the side.
• Continue working on 9 stitches.
• Chain two and repeat the previous row.

Creating the Ribbon:

• Continue the pattern to create a ribbon approximately 20 inches long.

Working Upwards from the Ribbon:

First Row Upwards:

• Chain three and turn your work.
• Work into the smallest hole between the two larger ones.
• Chain three again and repeat.
• Continue this pattern to create stitches for the next row.
• Chain three and finish with the last stitch.

Double Crochet Rows:

• Chain two, turn your work, and do a double crochet into each stitch of this row.
• Chain two and do two more rows of double crochet in all the stitches.

Decreasing Rows:

• Slip stitch 20 stitches.
• Double crochet all the stitches until 20 stitches are left.
• Decrease at the beginning and end of the next rows.
• Continue decreasing in subsequent rows.

Creating the Straps:

First Strap:

• Chain one and turn your work.
• Make a single crochet in the back.
• Chain 40 for the strap.
• Work a half-double crochet into each stitch through the back loop.
• Attach the strap to the top with a single crochet.

Decorative Wave Edge:

• Chain four, skip one, and slip stitch into the next.
• Repeat this pattern to create a wave effect.

Second Strap:

• Chain the second strap, repeating the steps for the first strap.

Finishing Touches:

• Weave in any loose ends.
• Attach the straps, adjusting for fit.
• Optional: Add decorative beads or embellishments.