Crochet Top Blouse Diagonal Pattern For All Seasons

This Diagonal Crochet Blouse (Blusa de Crochê Diagonal) is a modern and versatile project that is worked from the corner outward, creating a unique square-based design. The pattern uses two identical panels shaped diagonally, making it beginner-friendly while still offering a stylish finish.

Crochet Top Blouse

With its simple construction, this blouse is easy to customize in size, length, and even texture by mixing stitches or adding color changes. It’s the perfect handmade top for layering, wearing in warmer weather, or dressing up with different yarn choices. Whether you prefer a casual everyday blouse or a chic statement piece, this pattern gives you plenty of creative freedom.

Materials

• DK or worsted weight yarn (Ecoamigurumi or similar)
• 3.5 mm crochet hook (adjust if needed)
• Stitch markers, scissors, tapestry needle

Main Panel Construction (Diagonal Square)

• Make two identical squares for front and back.
• Start with slip knot and chain 4.

• Row 1: Work (2 DC, Ch 2, 2 DC) into first chain.
• Row 2: Ch 2 or 3 and turn, DC across, in center Ch-2 space work (2 DC, Ch 2, 2 DC), DC across including turning chain.
• Continue repeating this row, always increasing in the center.
• Work until square measures desired width (e.g., 47 cm x 47 cm).
• Optional: Alternate DC rows with Crossed DC for texture.
• To change color, finish last DC with new yarn color.

Shaping the Neckline and Joining

• Fold one square to find center and mark neckline opening.
• Attach yarn at shoulder corner and work DC rows to marker, leaving center open.
• Repeat rows until neckline depth is reached (about 5 rows).
• Repeat on other shoulder and on second square.

• Place panels together and seam shoulders, leaving neckline open.
• Seam sides, leaving armholes open (e.g., 21 cm).

Finishing Borders

• Work one round of Single Crochet around hem, neckline, and armholes.
• Add 1–2 rounds of chosen border stitch such as Crossed DC.
• At neckline corners, decrease with 2–3 DC together to create smooth curves.
• Weave in all ends and block for neat finish.