Looking to elevate your summer wardrobe with something handmade, chic, and incredibly versatile? This crochet ribbon-tie top pattern has you covered. Designed with beautiful texture and a customizable fit, this piece is perfect for festival days, beach outings, or just lounging in style.
Crochet Ribbon Top
Featuring alternating stitch rows, a tie-back ribbon closure, and optional edging details, this pattern lets you infuse your own flair—choose your favorite yarn colors, make it longer or cropped, and even add decorative borders for a polished finish. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or an adventurous beginner, this step-by-step design offers just the right mix of creativity and simplicity.
Materials Needed
- Jewer yarn (2 rolls) in color #17
- Mu Combat yarn in color #01 (white)
- 4.0 mm crochet hook (main body)
- 3.0 mm crochet hook (trim and edging)
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
- Approximately 2 meters of ribbon
Measurements and Size
- Length: Approx. 20 cm (adjustable)
- Width: Based on bust measurement (88 cm used in sample)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Creating the Length of the Top
- Make a slip knot
- Chain 32 + 1 (or adjust for your desired length)
First Row: Half Double Crochet (hdc)
- Skip the first chain
- Hdc in each chain across
- Chain 1 and turn
Second Row: Slip Stitch (sl st)
- Work in back loop only
- Sl st in each stitch across
- Chain 1 and turn
Third Row: Half Double Crochet (hdc)
- Work in back loop only
- Hdc in each stitch across
- Chain 1 and turn
Repeating Rows
- Alternate rows of sl st and hdc (back loop only)
- Repeat until width equals bust measurement
- Sample used 42 rows (21 clusters of hdc/sl st)
Creating the Back Opening
- After half the desired width, leave center stitches unworked (e.g., 7 stitches)
- Chain to bridge gap
- Continue pattern on opposite side
Making Ribbon Holes
- Single crochet across
- Chain 1, skip next stitch and repeat
- Next row: sc in all stitches and chain spaces
Edging (Optional)
- With white yarn and 3.0 mm hook, sc along top edge for clean finish
Straps
- Chain 41
- Sl st in second chain and each chain across (40 sl st)
- Chain 1 and turn
- Hdc (back loop only) in each stitch
- Chain 1 and turn
- Sl st (back loop only) in each stitch
- Fasten off with long tail for sewing
- Make two straps
Attaching the Straps
- Sew each strap securely to the top corners
- Ensure symmetry
Bottom Edging (Optional)
- Use white yarn to sc along bottom edge
Adding the Ribbon
- Weave ribbon through created holes at the back
- Adjust and tie to secure fit
Decorative Top Edge (Optional)
- Attach yarn
- Create decorative border using dc, chains, and sl st combinations
Finishing Touches
- Weave in all loose yarn ends
- Trim any excess
- Style and enjoy!
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