Crochet Mesh Top Wth Hoodie Free Pattern For Summer

This crochet mesh hoodie top is the perfect blend of style, comfort, and versatility. Designed with breathable mesh stitches and a flattering cropped silhouette, it's ideal for layering over swimsuits, tank tops, or bralettes during warmer months.

Crochet Mesh Hoodie Top

With step-by-step customization for size, fit, and coverage, this pattern allows for full personalization—whether you prefer a snug underbust fit, a dramatic draped hood, or a backless string-tie option. Whether you're headed to a music festival, the beach, or just enjoying a sunny day, this lightweight hoodie adds a handmade, fashion-forward touch to any outfit.

Materials

Four-weight yarn
5mm hook
Scissors
Needle
Optional: Stitch marker

Creating the Base (Underbust Section)

Chain an even number that stretches from one underbust side to the other (e.g., 45 chains).
For a snug fit, let the chain stretch slightly on your body.
Chain one and single crochet across the entire chain.

First Mesh Row:

Chain four, turn your work.
Skip one space, double crochet into the next.
Repeat: Chain one, skip one, double crochet into the next—end with a double crochet in the last single crochet.

Subsequent Mesh Rows:

Chain four, turn.
Double crochet into the next double crochet space.
Repeat: Chain one, double crochet into each double crochet space.
End with a double crochet into the chain near the end of the row.
Repeat rows until the piece reaches just under your bust (e.g., 6 mesh rows).

Creating the Coverage (Front Panel)

Chain two, turn.
Single crochet across, inserting into both chain spaces and double crochet stitches.
Chain one at the end, turn, and repeat.
Continue single crochet rows until you reach your desired front coverage (e.g., 14 rows).

Decreasing Section

First Decrease Row:

Chain four, turn.
Skip one, double crochet into next.
Continue mesh pattern across.

Second Decrease Row:

Chain four, turn.
Double crochet into first space, chain one.
Work mesh pattern until 2 double crochets remain.
To decrease: Chain one, yarn over, insert hook into next space, yarn over, pull through two. Skip one chain, insert into next chain, pull through two (3 loops). Yarn over, pull through all three.

Following Rows:

Continue with mesh rows and repeat the same decrease method at the end.
Continue until the top reaches your collarbone (e.g., 5 decreasing rows).

Edging

Chain one.
Work two single crochets into each double crochet space along the mesh edge.
At the first decrease row, place four single crochets to shape the armhole.
Continue with two single crochets into the next spaces.
Work across the bottom rows of single crochets (14 rows), placing one stitch per row.
At the corner, add two single crochets.
Work across the base chain edge with single crochets.
Add two single crochets at the next corner.
Repeat for the opposite side, placing four single crochets at the second mesh row where the decrease begins.

Creating the Hood

Chain 45 (or desired length to fit around your head).
Slip stitch to the first single crochet stitch on the front panel.

First Hood Row:

Chain four, turn.
Skip one, double crochet into the next, chain one.
Repeat the mesh pattern around the chain and continue across the top of the front panel.
Slip stitch into the third chain of your starting chain four.

Increasing Rows:

Chain four, turn.
Increase: In the first mesh space, double crochet, chain one, double crochet again (creates a “V” stitch).
Chain one, continue mesh stitch pattern.
Repeat two more increases evenly spaced within the row.
At the end, chain one, slip stitch into the third chain, turn.
Repeat increase rows until the hood reaches your desired drape (e.g., 20 rows).