This breezy crochet top pattern is the perfect blend of stylish and simple. Whether you're heading to a summer festival, brunch with friends, or just want to elevate your wardrobe with a handmade statement piece, this top has you covered. Designed with easy-to-follow stitches and flattering shaping, the pattern is customizable for different body types and perfect for confident beginners or seasoned crocheters looking for a relaxing project.
Cozy Crochet Top
Its alternating texture rows add visual interest, while the open sides with tie details bring a flirty, adjustable fit. Pair it with jeans, skirts, or even layer it over swimwear — it’s as versatile as it is beautiful.
Materials Needed
- Thin yarn (lightweight cotton or bamboo recommended)
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Two round or decorative connectors (optional for straps)
- Measuring tape
- Scissors
- Stitch marker
Bottom of the Top
- Start with a slip stitch.
- Chain 65 (add 5 more chains for larger bust sizes).
- Treble crochet into each chain across the row.
- At the end, chain 4, turn, and treble crochet again.
- Repeat treble crochet to complete the row.
- Chain 3, turn, and do double crochets in the second space.
- Repeat double crochet to end of the row.
- Alternate between treble and double crochet rows to build height.
Decreasing for Shaping
- Begin shaping by decreasing at both ends of the rows.
For treble rows:
- Chain 4, treble crochet across, decrease last stitch.
For double crochet rows:
- Chain 3, double crochet across, decrease last stitch.
- Continue alternating and decreasing until the height reaches 18 cm.
Creating the V-Neck
- Use a stitch marker to find the center stitch (e.g., stitch 24 of 48).
- Work half double crochets from the edge to the center.
- Chain 3, then work double crochets to the end of the row.
- Next row: chain 4, decrease treble crochet, continue across, decrease again at the end.
- Alternate rows between half double crochets (no decrease) and treble crochets (with decreases).
- Repeat this pattern for 9 rows.
- Then work 6 straight rows alternating double and treble crochet without decreasing.
Completing the Top
- Repeat the same pattern on the other side to mirror shaping.
- Join both pieces with single crochet along the sides.
- Work single crochets around the top’s border.
- In each corner, do: 2 single crochets, chain 2, 2 single crochets.
- Add tie strings by creating looped chains on each side.
- Insert hook, pull up loops, repeat in the same space for decorative ties.
Final Touches
- Cut the yarn and weave in all ends neatly.
- Turn the top inside out for a clean, professional finish.
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