Crochet Tops Free Pattern With Neck Opening For Beginners

This crochet top pattern is a must-try for anyone looking to create a comfortable, stylish, and customizable garment. With a foundation chain tailored for different sizes, this pattern is designed to offer flexibility and ease.

Crochet Top

Whether you're a beginner or experienced crocheter, the simple yet elegant design of this top, featuring double and half double crochet stitches, makes it a fun and rewarding project. The neck opening adds a unique twist to the classic design, allowing for personalization in fit and style. Whether you're crafting for yourself or a loved one, this crochet top will soon become a wardrobe favorite.

Foundation and First Row

• Begin with a slip knot and a foundation chain that is a multiple of 2 + 4.
• Small: 136 chains
• Medium: 142 chains
• Large: 148 chains
• For the first row, skip the first three chains and place one double crochet into the fourth chain and into each subsequent chain to the end of the row.

Repeating Rows

Repeat these two rows to continue the pattern:

• Row 2: Start with a chain of two and turn.
• Skip the next double crochet and place a half double crochet into the following stitch.
• Place another half double crochet into the skipped stitch.
• Repeat this pattern to the end of the row.
• Row 3: Start with a chain of three and turn.
• Place one double crochet into the back loop of each stitch to the end of the row.

Repeat Row 2 and Row 3 until you have the desired number of rows for your size:

• Small: 17 rows
• Medium: 21 rows
• Large: 25 rows

Creating the Neck Opening

• Join the two sides of the top together, leaving a gap for the neck.
• The video demonstrates this for a medium size, which involves marking 33 double crochets on each side and leaving a 23 cm gap.
• You then continue the pattern on each side of the opening, using a chain to bridge the gap.

Finishing

• Join the two sides together with a yarn needle, leaving openings for the sleeves.
• You can also add a finishing touch by making rounds of slip stitches or single crochets around the neck and sleeve openings.