Crochet Mesh Bow Top Pattern Best For Summer Nights

This mesh bow top crochet pattern is your go-to project for creating a flirty, fun, and breathable top that's perfect for warmer days. With its eye-catching mesh design and charming bow detail at the front, this piece offers both fashion and function.

Crochet Mesh Bow Top

The pattern allows for customization in length, color combinations, and strap positioning, making it ideal for beach days, festivals, or even layering over a bralette. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned crocheter, this step-by-step guide walks you through each stitch, ensuring a rewarding and stylish finish. Get ready to turn heads with a top that’s just as unique as you are!

Materials Needed

Two contrasting colors of yarn (lightweight cotton recommended)
4.0 mm crochet hook
Scissors
Yarn needle

Measure & Foundation Chain

Measure from one side of your back to the other.
With Color 1, create a slip knot and chain until it measures 20 inches.

Half Double Crochet Base

Start in the third chain from the hook.
Work half double crochet (HDC) stitches across the row.
On the last stitch, leave three loops on your hook.

Color Change & Row of Single Crochet

Introduce Color 2 by yarning over and pulling through the 3 loops.
Chain 1 and turn your work.
Work single crochets (SC) across the row.
Cut off Color 1 yarn.

Mesh Stitch Rows

Chain 4, turn.
Double crochet (DC) into the fourth stitch from the hook.
Repeat: Chain 4, skip 3 stitches, DC into next.
Continue this mesh stitch for the row.
For the next rows, DC into the chain-4 spaces.
Repeat until you have 12 rows or desired length.

Reintroduce Color 1

Chain 1 and cut Color 2.
Attach Color 1, chain 1, and turn.
Work a row of single crochets.

Create Strap Holes

Turn work and SC across (creator used 20 SCs).
Make 4 holes by skipping 5 stitches between each.
In the next row, SC across to complete both sides.

Straps

Chain off, leaving a long tail.
Fold the top in half to find strap placement.
Insert hook, pull through yarn, and chain 2.
SC next to chain, then chain 150 for the strap.
SC back down the chain.
SC next to the stitch on the top, slip stitch, and chain off.
Repeat on the other side.

Make the Bow

Chain 72 with yarn.
SC across the chain.
Chain 1, cut yarn, and sew in the ends.
Fold the top in half, place the bow in the center, and pull it through with your hook.
Tie a knot, then a bow.