Crochet Top Pattern You’ll Want To Wear All Summer

Say goodbye to boring outfits and hello to handmade charm with a crochet top pattern that brings personality to every stitch. These patterns are all about turning simple yarn into statement-making pieces—think breezy, bold, and beautifully you.

Crochet Top Pattern

Whether you're going for casual cool or a touch of boho flair, each design is a chance to show off your style in the most creative way. Crochet tops aren’t just clothes—they’re a vibe, a mood, and a mini celebration of your crafty side.

Materials

100% cotton yarn (or any yarn of your choice)
3 mm crochet hook
Contrasting yarn for markers (e.g., orange)

Abbreviations

Ch: Chain
Sc: Single crochet
Dc: Double crochet

Creating the Base (Width of the Top)

Foundation Chain

Make a slip knot.

Chain 90 stitches (suitable for size S/M).

For larger sizes (L/XL), chain around 110.
For smaller sizes, subtract chains in multiples of 5 (e.g., 85, 80, 75).
Check the width against a well-fitting t-shirt for accuracy.

Row 2 (First Row of Pattern)

Ch 3 (counts as first Dc).
Skip 3 chains, make 1 Dc in the 4th chain from the hook.
Make 1 Dc in each of the next 2 chains (3 Dc total).
Ch 2, skip 2 stitches.
Make 3 Dc (1 in each of the next 3 stitches).

Repeat: Ch 2, skip 2, 3 Dc across the row.

Each repeat section uses 5 stitches.

Row 3 and Onward

Ch 3 at the end of the row (counts as Dc), turn your work.
Ch 2.
In each Ch-2 space from the previous row, make 3 Dc.
Ch 2 between each set of 3 Dc.
Repeat across the row.
End with 1 Dc in the top of the turning Ch-3.
Continue repeating this pattern for the desired length.

For reference, 42 rows were made in the video.

Shaping the Neckline and Shoulders

Marking the Neckline

Fold the rectangle in half lengthwise to find the center.
From the edge, count 8 “packages” (sets of 3 Dc + Ch 2).
In the 9th package, mark the Ch-2 space with contrasting yarn.
Repeat on the opposite side.

First Shoulder Section

Ch 3 and turn your work.
Complete the first package by making 2 more Dc.
Continue in pattern until reaching the marker.
The shoulder should contain 8 packages in total.

Continue the Shoulder

Ch 3 and turn.
Continue the established pattern across shoulder stitches only.
Work 18 rows for this shoulder section.

Second Shoulder Section

Repeat the same steps for the opposite side.
Make sure the second shoulder also has 8 packages and 18 rows.

Rejoining the Front and Back

Working Across the First Shoulder

Ch 3 and turn your work.
Complete the package with 2 more Dc.
Continue pattern across the shoulder section.

Creating the Neckline Chain

After the last 3 Dc group on the shoulder, Ch 2.
Chain across the neckline gap (e.g., 48 chains for the 90-stitch base).
Ensure chain count matches the number of skipped stitches.

Connecting to the Second Shoulder

Lay your work flat to avoid twisting.
Dc into the top of the Ch-3 on the second shoulder.

Crocheting Across Second Shoulder

Continue in pattern across the second shoulder section.

Building the Body

Ch 3 and turn.
Continue the pattern across the entire row, including into the neckline chain.
When working into the neckline chain, skip 2 chain stitches before making 3 Dc.
Repeat rows until desired front and back length is achieved.
You may keep both sides equal or make the back slightly longer.

Adding the Sleeves

Marking Armholes

Fold the top as if it’s being worn.
Use stitch markers or yarn to mark the desired armhole width on both sides.
Ensure symmetry for clean sleeve shaping.

Suggested armhole: 48 stitches wide.

Crocheting the Sleeves

Attach yarn at the armhole marker.
Ch 5 (3 for Dc + 2 for spacing).
Work in pattern (3 Dc in Ch-2 space, Ch 2) in rows along the armhole opening.
Continue for the desired number of sleeve rows.

Approximately 8 rows are recommended.

Repeat on the second armhole.

Finishing Touches

Joining the Sides

Fold the top in half lengthwise, aligning sides neatly.

Join the sides:

Option 1: Sew with a yarn needle.

Option 2: Use slip stitch with hook.

Insert hook through both sides of each stitch.
Yarn over and pull through all loops.
Continue down to the bottom.

Repeat for the other side.

Weaving in Ends

Use a yarn needle to weave in all loose ends neatly.
Trim excess yarn.