Crochet Granny Stitch Halter Top Pattern For Summer

This crochet granny stitch halter top pattern is a stylish and beginner friendly project designed to help you create a flattering handmade top with minimal shaping and maximum flexibility. Built from the classic granny stitch, this pattern uses simple measurements instead of fixed sizing, making it easy to customize for different body types.

Crochet Halter Top

The gradual decrease creates a natural halter shape while keeping the stitch pattern clean and modern. Perfect for using leftover yarn, this top works well as a summer statement piece, festival wear, or layered beachwear, and can be easily adjusted in length, width, and strap style to suit your personal fit and aesthetic.

Materials

Yarn held double using leftover yarn
2.5 mm crochet hook
Measuring tape

Foundation

Make a slip knot
Chain until the length equals your high waist measurement minus 5 inches
Keep the chain slightly stretchy but not loose

Row 1 Starting the Granny Stitch

Yarn over and work 3 double crochets into the third chain from the hook
Chain 1, skip 2 chains, work 3 double crochets into the next chain
Repeat the sequence of 3 double crochets, chain 1, skip 2 chains across the row

Base Section Rows

Chain 3 and turn
Work 3 double crochets into the first chain space
Continue working 3 double crochets into each chain space with a chain 1 between clusters
At the end of the row, chain 1 and work 1 double crochet into the last stitch
Chain 3 and turn
Work 2 double crochets into the first space since the chain 3 counts as the first stitch
Continue repeating these rows with no increases or decreases
Continue until the base measures approximately 2.5 to 3 inches tall

Decreasing for Halter Shape

Chain 3 and turn
Skip the first chain space
Work the first 3 double crochet cluster into the second chain space
Continue the granny stitch pattern across the row
At the final space, work only 1 double crochet without chaining

Repeat decrease rows on both sides
Continue until the top width measures about 8 inches
Total row count in the example is 25 rows

Edging and Finishing

Attach yarn to the side edge
Work 2 single crochets into the side of each row
At corners, work 1 single crochet, chain 1, 1 single crochet into the same stitch