DIY Crochet Halter Top Pattern For Summer Vibes

This crochet halter top pattern is the perfect mix of style and simplicity, ideal for anyone looking to elevate their handmade wardrobe. With just a few materials and basic crochet techniques, you'll create a stunning top that fits like a dream and flatters all body types.

Crochet Halter Top

The step-by-step guide includes helpful shaping instructions to contour the top perfectly, and you can customize the look with your favorite yarn colors. Whether you're dressing for a beach day, music festival, or casual summer outing, this top will quickly become a go-to favorite in your handmade collection.

Materials Needed

Tape measure
4mm crochet hook
Scissors
Acrylic fiber yarn in three colors

Step 1: Measure and Calculate

Measure your waist.
Divide the waist measurement by 3.
Multiply the result by 2 to get your foundation chain length.

Step 2: Foundation Chain

Make a slip knot.
Chain the number you calculated above.
Example: For a 30-inch waist, chain approximately 20 inches.

For Step 3: Row 1

Chain 2.
Yarn over, skip 2 chains, and make 3 double crochets in the 3rd chain (this forms a cluster).
Skip 2 chains, make 3 double crochets in the next (repeat until end of row).

Step 4: Row 2

Chain 2 and turn your work.
In each space between the clusters from Row 1, make 3 double crochets.
Repeat until the end of the row.

Step 5: Row 3 and Beyond

Repeat Row 2 until your piece reaches the desired length.

For Step 6: Changing Colors

When finishing a double crochet, yarn over, insert hook, pull up a loop.
Pull through the last two loops using your new color.
Chain 1 to secure the new color, then chain 2 to start the next row.
Continue crocheting the clusters as usual, working over the tied ends to secure them.

Step 7: Creating the Top Shape

Continue rows until the fabric measures 9.5–10 inches.

Step 8: Reducing for the Top

At the beginning and end of each row, replace the 3 double crochets with 1 double crochet.
This gradually shapes the neckline.
Repeat this until the top part measures 6–7 inches.