The Crochet Net Stitch Crop Top With Beads is a statement piece designed for makers who enjoy combining delicate crochet with decorative details. This pattern creates a fitted cropped top with structured cups, adjustable ties, and a flowing net stitch lower section that adds movement and visual interest.
Crochet Net Crop Top
The addition of pearls, shells, or sequins transforms the piece into a beachwear or festival-ready garment, while the adjustable sizing makes it adaptable for different body types. It can be worn as a bold standalone top or layered over swimwear, making it a versatile handmade addition to a summer wardrobe.
Materials
- Fiore yarn by EuroRoma or Anne Bella Fashion or double Cléa
- 2.0 mm crochet hook
- Beads such as sequins pearls 6 mm shells or cowries
Crochet Cup Section Make 2
- Start with 20 chains plus 3 chains for the first double crochet
- Work double crochet stitches across each chain
- In the last chain work 5 double crochet stitches together to form the center increase
- Continue working double crochet stitches along the opposite side of the foundation chain
- Turn and work back and forth rows
- In each new row work 5 double crochet stitches together into the third central stitch of the previous increase
- Repeat rows according to size P 7 rows M 10 rows G 13 rows
- Place both cups right sides together and join the five central stitches using single crochet worked from the wrong side
Back Side Panel
- Attach yarn to the side edge of the cup
- Work 28 double crochet stitches evenly placing two stitches per side row
- Crochet 5 straight rows of double crochet for size P adjusting rows for larger sizes
- Begin decreasing one stitch at the beginning and one stitch at the end of each row
- Continue decreasing until only one stitch remains
- From the final stitch chain 150 to 200 chains for the tie
- Return along the chain with slip stitches to finish the cord
Straps and Upper Edging
- Work single crochet stitches evenly around the entire top edge
- At the top of each cup create a ruffle detail by skipping two stitches working five double crochet stitches together skipping two stitches and securing with single crochet
- From the center of each cup chain 120 stitches for the shoulder strap
- Return along the strap using slip stitches
- Repeat the ruffle pattern and single crochet edging across the full upper edge
Net Stitch Skirt Body
- Attach yarn at the bottom of the top aligned with the fourth side row
- Create chain five loops securing each loop with single crochet into the fourth base stitch
- Continue chain five net stitch loops across the entire width
- Work six straight rows of net stitch placing loops over loops
- For the smaller slit on the left side work only ten net loops
- Decrease internally by moving with slip stitches to the center of the loop until one loop remains
- For the larger slit on the right side work across twenty net loops
- Apply the same decrease method to form a pointed finish
Finishing and Beads
- Work a ruffle border along the entire lower edge by making five double crochet stitches in one loop and securing with single crochet in the next loop
- Sew beads randomly onto the net stitch section using transparent sewing thread
- Hand wash only to protect the crochet fabric and embellishments
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