Crochet Lace Bolero Tee Free Pattern For All Skill Levels

This crochet lace tee or bolero Tee pattern is a versatile and elegant design perfect for layering during warmer months or adding a delicate touch to any outfit. The pattern blends comfort and style using simple, repetitive stitch combinations to create beautiful openwork textures.

Crochet Lace Bolero Tee

Whether worn as a lightweight summer top or a stylish bolero over a dress, this piece is customizable in length, width, and sleeve style. With just basic stitches and thoughtful construction, even adventurous beginners can complete this stunning wearable. Create your own one-of-a-kind crochet lace garment tailored to your size and fashion sense.

Materials

Yarn of your choice (lightweight or category 3 recommended for lace effect)
Crochet hook to match yarn
Stitch markers
Scissors
Measuring tape
Yarn needle

Foundation Chain & Row 1: Double Crochets

Measure from chest, around shoulder, to back for desired length
Chain in multiples of 6 + 2
In the 3rd chain from hook, make a double crochet
Place a stitch marker in this first double crochet
Make 1 double crochet in each stitch to end of row

Single Crochet and V-Stitches

Turn work
In first stitch, place a single crochet
Place stitch marker in this single crochet
Chain 2
In the third stitch, place 1 double crochet
Chain 2
In the same stitch, place another double crochet
Chain 2
In the third stitch, place 1 single crochet
Repeat sequence to end of row

Petals (Two Double Crochets Together)

Turn work
In same stitch, place a single crochet
Make a "tower of two" (another single crochet into left loop of previous one)

In each V-space, make:

2 double crochets together
Chain 2
2 double crochets together
Chain 2
2 double crochets together
Move to next V-space without chaining and repeat
At the end, place 1 double crochet in last stitch

Double Crochet, Chain One

Turn work
In same stitch, place a single crochet and a "tower of two"
Place a stitch marker
Chain 1
In next open space, place a double crochet
Chain 1
Place a double crochet in the next chain-2 space
Continue alternating double crochet and chain 1 in each space
At end, chain 1 and make final double crochet in last stitch

All Double Crochets

Turn work
Start with a "tower of two" in same stitch
Place a stitch marker
Make 1 double crochet in each stitch across, working into chains
Repeat this for two more rows

Repeating the Pattern for the Body

Repeat Rows 2 through 7
Sequence: Row 2 (V-stitches), Row 3 (petals), Row 4 (dc, ch 1), Rows 5–7 (all double crochets)
Continue until panel reaches desired width
Finish with 1 row of double crochets

Sleeve Placement

Measure around armpits for desired sleeve opening
Mark corresponding stitches on each panel
Attach new yarn at marked stitch
Make a "tower of two" in same stitch
Crochet 2 more rows of double crochets for a total of 3 rows
Repeat Rows 2–7 to extend sleeves if desired

Joining the Panels

Align both panels side-by-side
Join using slip stitch through back loop of one panel and front loop of the other
Work down the side seam and sleeve area loosely